This book describes the 700 years of leadership of the warrior class of the samurai, their origin, their rise to power, their most important battles as well as the persons involved. The weapons and armors are described in a thorough study which includes the fortress construction, the changed strategies, the development of the armors as well as the use of firearms. It contains about 300 interesting maps, sketches, antique paintings as well as photos of weapons and armors.

Format: 30 x 23,5 cm, 192 pages, large format, Text in English. Illustrated throughout in colour.
Condition: Very good copy.