Samurai: A History – Japan's Elite Warriors, Bushido Honor,

Samurai: A History – Japan's Elite Warriors, Bushido Honor, and the Rebellion from the Sword to Star Wars (P.S.)

The definitive history of the Samurai, by acclaimed author of Ninja: 1,000 Years of the Shadow Warrior
The inspiration for the Jedi knights ofÂ Star WarsÂ and the films of Akira Kurosawa, the legendary Japanese samurai have captured modern imaginations. Yet with these elite warriors who were bound by a code of honor called Bushidoâ€•the Way of the Warriorâ€•the reality behind the myth proves more fascinating than any fiction. InÂ Samurai, celebrated author John Man provides a unique and captivating look at their true history, told through the life of one man: Saigo Takamori, known to many as "the last samurai." In 1877 Takamori led a rebel army of samurai in a heroic "last stand" against the Imperial Japanese Army, who sought to end the "way of the sword" in favor of firearms and modern warfare. Man's thrilling narrative brings to life the hidden world of the samurai as never before.
Country USA
Brand Mariner
Manufacturer Mariner Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 0062202677_used
ReleaseDate 2014-02-18
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780062202673

Samurai: A History – Japan's Elite Warriors, Bushido Honor, and the Rebellion from the Sword to Star Wars (P.S.)