Japanese Warrior Monks AD 949–1603 (Warrior, 70)
Stephen Turnbull explores the history of Japan’s warrior monks from AD 949 to 1603. This focused historical study considers their place within the country’s religious, political, and military world, offering readers an accessible introduction to a distinctive feature of medieval Japanese history.
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Japanese Warrior Monks AD 949–1603 examines the development and historical role of warrior monks in Japan across several centuries.
Stephen Turnbull presents the subject within the broader context of Japanese religious, political, and military history.
Covering the period from AD 949 to 1603, the book offers a focused introduction to an important aspect of medieval Japan.
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