Samurai Armour, 9781838866136
Hardcover
Samurai Armour: Explore centuries of warrior protection, from horseback to fearsome masks.

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  • Hardcover

    224 pages

  • Release Date

    14 October 2025

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Summary

Japanese Samurai were apex warriors, superlative fighters dedicated to their daimyo, or lord, and living according to the principles of bushido, an honour code that stressed selfless service, martial excellence, valour in battle and implacable determination. Often fighting on horseback and skilled archers, they developed a style of armour which, although changing over time, suited the dexterous combat techniques developed in Japan in the medieval and early modern eras.

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Book Details

ISBN-13:9781838866136
ISBN-10:1838866132
Author:Martin J. Dougherty
Publisher:Amber Books Ltd
Imprint:Amber Books
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:224
Release Date:14 October 2025
Weight:1.00kg
Dimensions:276mm x 212mm x 22mm
Series:Quarterbound Cultures Collection
About The Author

Martin J. Dougherty

Martin J. Dougherty is a former defence consultant. He has written numerous books on history and military history, including Vikings: A History of the Norse People, Medieval Warrior, Weapons and Fighting Techniques of the Medieval Warrior 1000–1500AD, and books on personal self-defence. He lives in northern England.

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