Japanese Arms and Armour by Ian Bottomley

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Japanese Arms and Armour by Ian Bottomley

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Part of Arms And Armour Series series

Summary

Ian Bottomley provides an overview of Japanese arms and armour from the middle ages to the twentieth century, describing sword-making, the rise of firearms, and highlights from key military campaigns. The book forms part of a series of introductions to aspects of the Royal Armouries' collection of arms and armour.

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Japanese Arms and Armour by Ian Bottomley

Japan is a mysterious and beguiling country, steeped in the deepest of traditions yet strikingly modern. Here, Curator Emeritus Ian Bottomley sheds light on one of the most popular facets of the Royal Armouries' collection, reflecting this mesmeric harmony of reverence and reinvention. He offers an overview of Japanese arms and armour from the middle ages to the twentieth century, describing sword-making, firearms technology, key military campaigns and samurai culture in the 'Land of the Rising Sun'.

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'A skilful introduction to traditional Japanese arms and armour, combining scholarly clarity with intriguing insights' - Natasha Bennett
Ian Bottomley is Curator Emeritus of Oriental Collections at the Royal Armouries.
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ISBN 13 9780948092794
ISBN 10 0948092793
Title Japanese Arms and Armour
Author Ian Bottomley
Series Arms And Armour Series
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Trustees of the Royal Armouries
Year published 2017-04-10
Number of pages 96
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.