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Samurai Warfare

By: Sterling Publishing

Type: Hardcover

Product Line: Historical & Reference Books (Sterling Publishing)

MSRP old price: $19.95


Product Info

Title
Samurai Warfare
Category
Author
Dr. Stephen Turnbull
Publish Year
1996
Pages
160
Dimensions
8x10x.8"
NKG Part #
2147383111
Type
Hardcover

Description

Japan's legendary and fierce samurai warriors have an unrelenting hold on the public's imagination. The world's most renowned expert on these fierce fighters provides an exceptional, in-depth look at the samurai's unique combat skills and weaponry. Confront charismatic warlords and lone mercenaries as Dr. Turnbull examines battlefield tactics, personalities and practices, finding fascinating comparisons between the samurai and other medieval fare. Rare historic illustrations and specially commissioned paintings by Richard Hook bring you face to face with some of the planet's most terrifying battle scenes.