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My copy arrived a few days ago. I have leafed through it and am very pleased. A welcome addition to my library! ( John Wells)......If you're a fan but you've been putting off ordering it, put it off no longer. (Steven Thompson)

From Kristine Ohkubo

Step back into the enchanting world of radio's golden age with The Great Gildersleeve, where laughter and heartwarming moments blend seamlessly in the life of Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, one of the medium's most beloved characters. 

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Even though critics referred to Gildy as "radio's most pompous windbag," the talented Harold Peary and later Willard Waterman won over millions of listeners every Thursday night on the NBC dial. Over its remarkable seventeen-year run, The Great Gildersleeve showcased the richness of small-town life through its quirky yet relatable characters and their delightfully absurd predicaments. 

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As one of radio's pioneering spin-offs, this sitcom captures the essence of a bygone era where home, family, and traditional values took center stage. Embark on a nostalgic journey that will reignite your passion for timeless storytelling, where each episode is a delightful tribute to humor and the human spirit.  Discover the talented performers who expertly infused charm and depth into the beloved characters that captured our hearts.

 

Join Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve on his captivating journey from girdle maker to water commissioner as he makes his way from Wistful Vista to the charming town of Summerfield.

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Chain of Tears

Selling Our Daughters

Released March 16, 2024

"Chain of Tears" intricately weaves a tale that spans Japan's historical epochs, shedding light on the cruel fates of women ensnared in a sinister cycle of exploitation.


From the tranquility of the Edo period to the upheaval of the Imperial era, this book immerses readers in a world where daughters are bartered like mere possessions and the commodification of women is sanctioned by law.


Within the seductive elegance of the pleasure quarters lies the grim truth-women are dehumanized, and their voices are silenced out of reverence for their parents.

Explore this moving story that fearlessly tackles the stark reality of a society where women exist solely to fulfill the desires of men.

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8869219473

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Suz Winspear, Author/ Performer

The women who were living this life of servitude, discipline and slavery never got to tell their stories . . . Kristine Ohkubo has pieced together the surviving evidence for their lives.

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Alexa Kang, Author

Bringing to light how the sex industry in Japan evolved from the Heian period to post World War II, Ohkubo left no shameful detail untouched.

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DC Palter, Author

If you’re expecting a barnburner romance of love and sex, you’ll be disappointed. The life of girls sold into sexual slavery, usually from a young age by indigent parents, was gritty, sad, and frequently short.

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Yayoi Winfrey, Author/ Filmmaker

Utilizing her unique style of transforming complicated subjects into easier-to-comprehend topics, she takes the reader on a journey through the annals of Japan’s sex trade.

But make no mistake, hers is not a dispassionate retelling of the past. Instead, Ohkubo’s exploration of Japanese women who entered prostitution, either by choice (rarely) or through force, is told with raw emotion and loving empathy.

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