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The Seven Old Samurai transports young readers to ancient Japan, where bandits terrorize mountain villages. The wise Emperor summons the legendary Raiko, now old, to lead an assault. Raiko assembles six fellow aging samurai, not in shining armor but as humble pilgrims, and together, through courage and teamwork, they outsmart the robbers and restore peace. This illustrated fable (~24 pages) from Camford’s My Favourite Fairy Tales is designed for ages 6–10, celebrating wisdom, unity, and courage despite limitations.