{"title":"Pierre François Souyri","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing works of Pierre François Souyri, a renowned historian and scholar celebrated for his deep insight into historical transitions and cultural shifts. With a particular focus on Japanese history, Souyri offers readers an enlightening journey through time, unpacking complex societal changes with clarity and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe World Turned Upside Down\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the transformative periods that have shaped the modern world. This book invites readers to consider how historical forces have redefined societies and the impact of such changes over time. Souyri's expertise in history is matched by his compelling storytelling, which makes his writings both educational and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of History \u0026amp; Military, this collection is a valuable resource for anyone eager to understand the intricacies of historical evolution. Immerse yourself in Souyri's captivating narratives and gain a deeper appreciation for the past and its profound influence on the present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-world-turned-upside-down-by-pierre-francois-souyri-9780231118439","title":"The World Turned Upside Down","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the late twelfth century, Japanese people called the transitional period in which they were living the \"age of warriors.\" Feudal clans fought civil wars, and warriors from the Kanto Plain rose up to restore the military regime of their shogun, Yoritomo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole of this intermediary period came to represent a gap between two stable societies: the ancient period, dominated by the imperial court in Heian (today's Kyoto), and the modern period, dominated by the Tokugawa bakufu based in Edo (today's Tokyo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this remarkable portrait of a complex period in the evolution of Japan, Pierre F. Souyri uses a wide variety of sources—ranging from legal and historical texts to artistic and literary examples—to form a magisterial overview of medieval Japanese society. As much at home discussing the implications of the morality and mentality of \u003cem\u003eThe Tale of the Heike\u003c\/em\u003e as he is describing local disputes among minor vassals or the economic implications of the pirate trade, Souyri brilliantly illustrates the interconnected nature of medieval Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Middle Ages was a decisive time in Japan's history because it confirmed the country's national identity. New forms of cultural expression, such as poetry, theatre, garden design, the tea ceremony, flower arranging, and illustrated scrolls, conveyed a unique sensibility—sometimes in opposition to the earlier Chinese models followed by the old nobility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe World Turned Upside Down\u003c\/em\u003e provides an animated account of the religious, intellectual, and literary practices of medieval Japan in order to reveal the era's own notable cultural creativity and enormous economic potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000825790700,"sku":"9780231118439","price":125.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7241093482270.jpg?v=1763307881"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/pierre-francois-souyri.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}