Samurai: An Illustrated History
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Mitsuo Kure
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- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 41.6 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 452
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Samurai: An Illustrated History
Samurai An Illustrated History by Mitsuo Kure is a detailed digital introduction to the world of the samurai, presented in PDF format. This digital edition is available for instant download after purchase.
Based on the Tuttle Publishing edition, this 452-page work brings together historical reenactment photographs, line drawings, and informed editorial notes for anyone interested in Japanese history.
Book Overview
Samurai An Illustrated History is an illustrated study of the samurai, written by Mitsuo Kure and published by Tuttle Publishing. The book opens with editorial notes on Japanese names, dates, and terminology, and presents detailed visual material relating to armor and costume.
Photographs of historical reenactments taken across Japan during the 1990s are credited to the author and other sources, while line drawings are by Dr Sasama Yoshihiko.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- A visual introduction to samurai commanders and period armor.
- Photographs of historical reenactments taken in Japan during the 1990s.
- Detailed line drawings of costume, armor, and equipment by Dr Sasama Yoshihiko.
- Editorial notes explaining Japanese names and date conventions.
- Publisher front matter and bibliographic details from the Tuttle Publishing edition.
Why This Book Matters
This book matters because it connects visual traditions of samurai material culture with accessible historical explanation. Tuttle Publishing has a long history of publishing books on Asian culture, history, and art, and this digital edition makes that work easy to consult.
For students, enthusiasts, and researchers, Samurai An Illustrated History offers a visually grounded source on samurai armor, costume, and reenactment.
Book Details
| Author | Mitsuo Kure |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
| Imprint | Periplus Editions (HK) Ltd. |
| Publication Date | 2002 |
| Format | |
| File Size | 41.6 MB |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 452 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-8048-3287-8 |
| ISBN-13 (Japan only) | 978-4-8053-1344-2 |
| ISBN-13 (ebook) | 978-1-4629-1490-6 |
| Library of Congress Control Number | 2001094950 |
| Copyright | 2001 Mitsuo Kure |
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Download your copy today and explore this illustrated history of the samurai.
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