Mitchelhill, Jennifer
Samurai Castles
- ISBN 13:
- 9784805313879
- author:
- Mitchelhill, Jennifer
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Tuttle Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 25.65 x 20.07 x 2.03 centimetres
- Genre:
- Travel, Country Guides, Asia,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the rich history and architecture of Japan's Samurai castles in this comprehensive guide. With hundreds of stunning color photographs, explore the most important and well-preserved castles of the Samurai era, including their design, military features, and cultural contexts. From the enormous stone walls to the sophisticated defense systems, these monumental structures are not only impressive fortresses but also spectacular works of Japanese architecture. Learn about the creators of famous castles such as Himeji, Osaka, and Nijo, and how they were built to fulfill a need for protection without sacrificing aesthetic values. With over 200 color images, numerous diagrams, maps, and detailed descriptions, this book is an invaluable resource for historians, architecture aficionados, world travelers, and Japanophiles alike.
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