The Taming of the Samurai by Eiko Ikegami

The Taming of the Samurai by Eiko Ikegami is a study of how Japan's warriors were transformed in the early modern period.

The book examines the process by which the samurai, once warriors defined by violence and honour on the battlefield, were remade into administrators and retainers in a time of peace. It explores honour, violence and identity in Japanese society, and how a warrior class adapted to a world that no longer needed its swords.

Key themes explored include:

• The samurai in early modern Japan
• Honour, violence and identity
• From warriors to administrators
• A warrior class in a time of peace

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

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