The Samurai: A Military History by Stephen Turnbull

The Samurai: A Military History by Stephen Turnbull is a military history of the samurai and their warfare.

The book traces the samurai from their origins as warriors through centuries of Japanese warfare, examining their weapons, tactics, organisation and codes of conduct. It sets samurai warfare in its political and social context, showing how these warriors shaped, and were shaped by, the history of Japan.

Key themes explored include:

• The samurai and Japanese warfare
• Weapons, tactics and organisation
• The warrior in Japanese society
• Centuries of conflict in Japan

Who should read this book: Readers interested in Japanese history, military history and the samurai.

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