A History of the Samurai

Legendary Warriors of Japan

Jonathan Lopez-Vera, Russell Calvert, Russell Calvert

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01 July 2020

History; Asian history; Military history; Weapons & equipment; Ordnance, weapons technology; Combat sports & self-defence

A History of the Samurai tells the complete story of Japan's legendary warrior class from beginning to end-an epic tale of intrigue, bloodshed and bravery that is central to an understanding of the Japanese character and of Japanese history.

It describes in detail the core Samurai philosophy of Bushido, 'the way of the warrior' a complex code of conduct embracing ideals of honour and loyalty that continues to govern the Japanese way of life today.

Historian Jonathan Lopez-Vera offers a compelling look at these enigmatic warriors including:

The lives of famous Samurai-Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's greatest swordsman, Tomoe Gozen, the woman who became a Samurai, Tokugawa Ieyasu, the last Shogun and many more. The tragic tale of the 47 Ronin who chose honour over their own lives and were forced to commit ritual suicide after avenging their fallen master The philosophy of Bushido, 'the Way of the Warrior,' the code of conduct that embraced the ideals of honour and loyalty and governed the Samurai way of living The decline of the Samurai and their transformation from rough, battle-hardened warriors to highly educated philosopher-poets

Illustrated with 125 archival prints and photos, the nobility and grandeur of the Samurai is brilliantly showcased in this book. Readers will enjoy immersing themselves in the Samurai's world, as historian Jonathan Lopez-Vera traces the fascinating story of the rise and fall of these enigmatic warriors throughout Japanese history.

By: Jonathan Lopez-Vera
Translated by: Russell Calvert, Russell Calvert
Imprint: Tuttle
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 130mm,
Weight: 510g
ISBN: 9784805315354
ISBN 10: 4805315350
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 01 July 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jonathan Lopez-Vera has a PhD in Japanese History and an MA in World History from Pompeu Fabra University (Spain). He is a member of the Ethnographies, Cultural Encounters and Religious Missions (ECERM) research group and Research Group on Empires, Metropolis and Extra-European Societies (GRIMSE). He also runs the HistoriaJaponesa.com website and is co-editor of the journal Asiademica.

Reviews for A History of the Samurai: Legendary Warriors of Japan

In A History of the Samurai there are seven centuries of battles, intrigues, invasion attempts and great characters with exciting biographies. -- 20 Minutos newspaper ...a thorough investigation into these warriors. -- Sapiens magazine Lopez-Vera's book sows a series of historical pearls that are a delight all on their own. -- El Peso Del Aire blog