Sumarai: An Illustrated History FROM THE PUBLISHER
It was a time of violence and tumult. A time of elegance and honor. A time when sons killed fathers, brothers fought brothers,and the forces of the samurai rulers destroyed those of emperors...The medieval world of the samurai is rich in drama and stands today as the basis for both Japanese national legends and the world's fascination with the concept. This book, with over 250 color photographs and illustrations, brings the age, the individual warriors, and the key battles to life.
Author Biography: Mitsuo Kure is a surgeon in Tokyo who has pursued a lifelong interest in samurai. A leading figure in the field of samurai battle reenactments, he has worked closely with Togo Ryu, a well-known Japanese historical novelist.
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