Warriors Of Japan As Portrayed In The War Tales

Warriors Of Japan As Portrayed In The War Tales

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A Leading Cultural Historian Of Premodern Japan Draws A Rich Portrait Of The Emerging Samurai Culture As It Is Portrayed In Gunkimono, Or War Tales, Examining Eight Major Works Spanning The Midtenth To Late Fourteenth Centuries. Although Many Of The Major War Tales Have Been Translated Into English, Warriors Of Japan Is The First Booklength Study Of The Tales And Their Place In Japanese History. The War Tales Are One Of The Most Important Sources Of Knowledge About Japan'S Premodern Warriors, Revealing Much About The Medieval Psyche And The Evolving Perceptions Of Warriors, Warfare, And Warrior Customs.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of 'Warriors of Japan as Portrayed in the War Tales'? A: The book focuses on the portrayal of samurai culture in Japanese war tales, examining eight major works from the mid-tenth to late fourteenth centuries.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book and what is their expertise? A: The author is Paul Varley, a leading cultural historian specializing in premodern Japan.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Japanese history? A: Yes, 'Warriors of Japan' serves as an accessible introduction to the samurai culture and its historical context.
  • Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
  • Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 292 pages.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: When was 'Warriors of Japan' published? A: The book was published on July 1, 1994.
  • Q: Are there English translations of the war tales discussed in this book? A: Yes, many of the major war tales have been translated into English, but this book provides the first comprehensive study of them.
  • Q: What themes are explored in the war tales according to the book? A: The war tales explore themes related to the medieval psyche, perceptions of warriors, warfare, and warrior customs.
  • Q: Is there any specific edition of the book available? A: No, the book does not have a specific edition mentioned, but it is categorized under Movements & Periods.

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