Samurai Commanders (1): 940?1576 (Elite)

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Very Good condition. Shows only minor signs of wear, and very minimal markings inside (if any). Seller Inventory # 353-1841767433-vrg

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Synopsis: Osprey's examination of Samurai commanders during the Gempei Wars (1180–1185), the Onin War (1467–1477), and the early Sengoku period. The samurai were the military elite of medieval and early modern Japan, and the men who led them were hailed as the very greatest, most heroic and most honourable of all samurai warriors. This first of two books examines the lives, equipment, battles and wider roles of the samurai commanders between 940 and 1576, the period from the emergence of the samurai to the triumph of Oda Nobunaga, who set Japan on the road to reunification. The styles of armour and weaponry of the samurai changed considerably during this time and this book visually recreates some of the most famous samurai commanders, such as Taira Masaka (c. 903-940), Minamoto Yorimasa (1106-1180), and Takeda Shingen (1521-1573).

From the Publisher: An unrivalled illustrated reference source on fighting men and commanders, past and present. Each volume is packed with full colour artwork, making military history uniquely accessible to enthusiasts of all ages.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Samurai Commanders (1): 940?1576 (Elite)
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Publication Date: 2005
Binding: Soft cover
Illustrator: Hook, Richard
Condition: Very Good