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This book brings to life the era of Genghis Khan, highlighting the Mongol tactics that reshaped world history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eKatana\u003c\/em\u003e, Turnbull offers an insightful look into the cultural and historical significance of the Japanese sword, the katana, exploring its role in Japan's samurai heritage and its enduring symbolism of honour and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNagashino 1575\u003c\/em\u003e takes you to the pivotal battle that revolutionised Japanese warfare. Discover how innovative military strategies during this conflict paved the way for a new era in samurai combat tactics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003cem\u003eSamurai vs Ashigaru\u003c\/em\u003e examines the dynamics of samurai warriors and the ashigaru foot soldiers during Japan's feudal era, providing a detailed analysis of their weaponry, strategies, and the social hierarchy that influenced their roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Turnbull's books are perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone eager to explore the rich tapestry of Asian military history through engaging and informative narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"genghis-khan-the-mongol-conquests-11901400-by-stephen-turnbull-9781841765235","title":"Genghis Khan \u0026 the Mongol Conquests 1190–1400","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe history of the Mongol conquests is a catalogue of superlatives.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo army in the world has ever conquered so much territory, and few armies have provoked such terror as the Mongol hordes. So vast was the extent of the Mongol Empire that the samurai of Japan and the Teutonic Knights of Prussia had each fought the same enemy while being unaware of each other's existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGenghis Khan \u0026amp; the Mongol Conquests 1190–1400\u003c\/i\u003e provides a concise yet thorough account of the Mongol conquests. 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Trained in every manner of combat, from sword-fighting and archery to karate and ju-jutsu, the Samurai warrior is the emperor's last line of defence against the barbarians of Japan and beyond. Take up your sword, young Samurai! This handy manual tells you everything you need to know about maintaining the honour of the Samurai class both on and off the battlefield.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Learn how to master the 'Way Of The Warrior', whom you should kill, and what to do with their heads afterwards. Discover what the cultured Samurai does between battles, how to storm or lay siege to a castle and how to conduct a tea ceremony with Zen-like composure. 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