The Gempei War 1180–85
The Great Samurai Civil War
(Author) Stephen TurnbullInternationally renowned samurai expert Dr. Stephen Turnbull delves into a pivotal era of Japanese history in this highly illustrated account of the Gempei War, a conflict that defined the age and the ethos of the samurai. Never before had there been a large-scale clash between two rival samurai families, the Taira and the Minamoto, and never again would the result of a war in Japan be quite so dramatic. Fought to gain control over the emperor, it would end with imperial power being totally eclipsed in favor of the military might of the samurai class and the establishment of the position of shogun--Japan's military dictator. Turnbull examines the events of the five-year-long conflict, revealing the changes that the war inflicted on Japanese culture and how it establishmened many samurai traditions.
Stephen Turnbull
Stephen Turnbull is a renowned historian and author, known for his extensive research on samurai culture and warfare in feudal Japan. His most famous work, "The Samurai: A Military History," is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the samurai's role in Japanese history. Turnbull's writing style is engaging and scholarly, making complex historical topics accessible to a wider audience. His contributions to literature include shedding light on lesser-known aspects of Japanese history and culture, enriching our understanding of this fascinating period.
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