Samurai and the Warrior Culture of Japan, 471-1877: A Sourcebook

This book provides a comprehensive look at the samurai,from their origins in the fifth century to their abolition in the nineteenth,using a variety of lesser-known sources. It includes illustrations,a glossary,and a bibliography to enhance its value for students,scholars,and anyone interested in learning more about the samurai.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 18 July 2022
Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

This comprehensive volume delves into the rich tapestry of Japan's warrior heritage, offering not only captivating excerpts from renowned classic tales but also drawing upon a diverse array of lesser-known but insightful sources. These include sword inscriptions, edicts, orders, petitions, and letters, which shed light on the origins, evolution, and abolition of the samurai order from the fifth century to the nineteenth century. Accompanied by contextualizing introductions and informative notes by Thomas Donald Conlan, these diverse sources offer a rare and invaluable glimpse into the lives, ideals, and daily experiences of these iconic warriors.

To enhance the reader's experience, the book is adorned with numerous illustrations, a comprehensive glossary of terms, and an extensive bibliography, making it an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts alike who seek to deepen their understanding of the samurai and their enduring legacy.

In conclusion, this extraordinary volume provides a profound and multifaceted exploration of Japan's warrior history, offering a wealth of information and insights that will captivate and inspire anyone with an interest in this captivating period.

Weight: 518g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781647920395