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Samurai Castles: History / Architecture / Visitors' Guides by Mitchelhill: New
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2018-05-29
- Pages
- 128
- ISBN
- 4805313870
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
ISBN-10
4805313870
ISBN-13
9784805313879
eBay Product ID (ePID)
239569601
Product Key Features
Book Title
Samurai Castles : History / Architecture / Visitors' Guides
Number of Pages
128 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2018
Topic
Asia / Japan, History / Medieval, Regional, Buildings / Landmarks & Monuments
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Travel, Architecture, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
27 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
With great beauty, this book uncovers the great function of these epic buildings and how they worked. The book is highly visual, packed with maps and photos which are a testament to Japanese design and building. -- Martial Arts & Action Movies blog , In her new book Samurai Castles , author Dr. Jennifer Mitchelhill and photographer David Green spent over three years documenting 24 of Japan's samurai-era castles. The idea? To understand the aesthetic details, cultural values and historic happenings surrounding these architectural marvels. --CNN Travel , ...a wonderful coffee table book with marvelous photographs of Japanese castles, the interiors and architecture...I would highly recommend that anyone who is going to visit Japan pick up this book and incorporate a few of these castles into their trip. -- Man of La Book blog , In Samurai Castles , author Jennifer Mitchelhill uncovers the history behind some of Japan's most iconic structures, gives personal tips on what not to miss and detailed directions for getting there. -- Global Traveler , "It has tremendous pictures that really capture a certain calm aspect that the castles were originally designed to emote. The write ups are brief, but fulfilling and accurate. If you are interested in expanding your cultural understanding of samurai and how they lived in order to deepen you understanding of your martial art, then this is a great book." û Martial Thoughts, "With great beauty, this book uncovers the great function of these epic buildings and how they worked. The book is highly visual, packed with maps and photos which are a testament to Japanese design and building." -- Martial Arts & Action Movies blog, "In Samurai Castles , author Jennifer Mitchelhill uncovers the history behind some of Japan's most iconic structures, gives personal tips on what not to miss and detailed directions for getting there." -- Global Traveler, "...a wonderful coffee table book with marvelous photographs of Japanese castles, the interiors and architecture...I would highly recommend that anyone who is going to visit Japan pick up this book and incorporate a few of these castles into their trip." -- Man of La Book blog, "...provides a comprehensive introduction to two dozen of Japan's most prominent castles. History buffs are treated to more aforementioned locales as the author then lists Japan's 100 most important castles...Architecture aficionados will appreciate the chapter dedicated to such structures, and if you're motivated to visit one of Japan's more prestigious castles, you'll have some idea what you're looking at, since Mitchelhill supplies meticulous information about each castle, as well as practical tips for prospective visitors." -- JQ Magazine, ...provides a comprehensive introduction to two dozen of Japan's most prominent castles. History buffs are treated to more aforementioned locales as the author then lists Japan's 100 most important castles...Architecture aficionados will appreciate the chapter dedicated to such structures, and if you're motivated to visit one of Japan's more prestigious castles, you'll have some idea what you're looking at, since Mitchelhill supplies meticulous information about each castle, as well as practical tips for prospective visitors. -- JQ Magazine , It has tremendous pictures that really capture a certain calm aspect that the castles were originally designed to emote. The write ups are brief, but fulfilling and accurate. If you are interested in expanding your cultural understanding of samurai and how they lived in order to deepen you understanding of your martial art, then this is a great book. -- Martial Thoughts , ôWith great beauty, this book uncovers the great function of these epic buildings and how they worked. The book is highly visual, packed with maps and photos which are a testament to Japanese design and building.ö -- Martial Arts & Action Movies blog, "It has tremendous pictures that really capture a certain calm aspect that the castles were originally designed to emote. The write ups are brief, but fulfilling and accurate. If you are interested in expanding your cultural understanding of samurai and how they lived in order to deepen you understanding of your martial art, then this is a great book." -- Martial Thoughts, "In her new book Samurai Castles , author Dr. Jennifer Mitchelhill and photographer David Green spent over three years documenting 24 of Japan's samurai-era castles. The idea? To understand the aesthetic details, cultural values and historic happenings surrounding these architectural marvels." --CNN Travel
Dewey Edition
23
Photographed by
Green, David
Dewey Decimal
728.810952
Synopsis
Samurai Castles features hundreds of stunning color photographs and little-known details about the most important and well-preserved Samurai castles in Japan, including their history, design and military features. Japan's ancient castles provide profound insights into the country's compelling military history. Discover the secrets of Japan's feudal past by exploring the most famous castles of the Samurai era. The enormous stone walls, multi-level towers, and sophisticated defense systems are not merely impressive fortresses, but spectacular works of Japanese architecture, constructed without the use of steel or modern equipment. These monumental structures fulfilled a need for protection without sacrificing aesthetic values. Understanding the cultural contexts of these Samurai castles helps create a better understanding of Japanese culture today. In this fascinating Japanese castle book, you will discover the rich history and creators of famous castles such as Himeji, Osaka, and Nijo that you would otherwise need to travel to Japan to experience in person. Chronicling the story of each building conveys a greater understanding of how and why they were built, and identifies their unique features for historians, architecture aficionados, world travelers, and Japanophiles alike. With over two hundred color images, numerous diagrams, maps, and detailed descriptions, Samurai Castles is the most comprehensive Japanese history book on this intriguing topic.
LC Classification Number
DS806.3
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- _***s (6)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseWhen I'd originally placed this order, I had accidentally put in the wrong shipping address. However, the seller was more than helpful, and the CD arrived!! The packaging was wide open when it arrived, but luckily nothing was damaged. Additionally, there was nothing protective on the CD, so that open package made me feel kind of nervous. Otherwise, absolutely great! The customer service was awesome, and the product was as described.
- r***w (229)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem was lost in delivery- but after some communication, seller was understanding and provided a refund. I ordered another and had it sent elsewhere. My main issue was that it felt as if I was getting automated responses at first!! Please have humans review human inquiries!! It was painstaking explaining the situation to an A.I. who only repeats unhelpful replies. Thanks again!! Otherwise. Great price! Great seller!
- e***r (331)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAlthough I received the incorrect book with my order (that had a title close to what I had ordered), AlibrisBooks apologized, said they could not re-send the book, and refunded my money and told me to keep the book that I had received, and either donate it or give it away, so I gave it to someone. That was very kind on their part to do that, and I would highly recommend them. Mistakes happen I get that.