Chikara!

About the Book

First published in 1984, this remarkable story of a Japanese American family, received accolades to this day. From 1907, through WWI, adventure and discrimination, Pearl Harbor and WWII, Hiroshima to the market battle of the 80’s, this mighty epic is a powerful page turner.

“absorbing…rich in understanding of the Japanese spirit.”
–Publisher’s Weekly

“Riveting.”
– Kansas City Star

“for anyone who wants a good book to read.”
–Houston Chronicle

“a moving saga that makes for entertaining as well as educational reading.”
–San Francisco Chronicle

“A book of immense proportions and meticulous research, Skimin is a masterful storyteller.”
–San Diego Union

About the Author

Robert Skimin’s life reads like an adventure novel. A retired army pilot, he tackles numerous subjects. For over 25 years his compelling novels, mostly historical, have made bestseller lists around the globe. Some of his avid readers consider his works the best they’ve ever read. He’ll tackle any good story. He has published 19 books that include one Pulitzer nomination.