{"product_id":"bushido-explained-9784805315071","title":"Bushido Explained","description":"\u003cb\u003eThis seminal work by historian Alexander Bennett presents a broad overview of the Japanese \"Way of the Warrior\" as it is expressed in scores of classical Japanese texts written by famous Samurai themselves.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBennett's analysis of these writings shows that the essential meaning of Bushido, the Samurai's code of conduct and ethics, evolved significantly over time—from the 12th century when the warrior class was elevated to become an elite group, to the 19th century when the Samurai class was suddenly disbanded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBushido Explained\u003c\/i\u003e takes a visual approach to presenting important concepts and terminology, helping readers easily navigate the complex world of the Samurai. The text is written in a highly accessible style, with sidebars presenting interesting concepts, facts and important Samurai figures who were central to Bushido's evolution. The different types of Bushido—which vary by region, time period and Samurai rank—are presented with over 300 informative diagrams and illustrations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo other book offers such a wide-ranging, yet clear analysis of Bushido—debunking myths and misconceptions about who the Samurai truly were. \u003ci\u003eBushido Explained\u003c\/i\u003e presents a precise overview of Samurai ideals and culture in a logical, chronological order.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor Alexander Bennett—a professor of Japanese history, martial arts and Budo theory at Kansai university in Japan—uses this information and teaching methods in his \u003ci\u003eJapanese Studies: Introduction to Bushido\u003c\/i\u003e class. Now, readers all over the world can sit in on the unique lesson.","brand":"Alexander Bennett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42960909566070,"sku":"9784805315071","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/1374\/6550\/files\/CoreSourceHub_f88e7e37-dfde-4b46-9402-8efa6f343179.jpg?v=1767856044","url":"https:\/\/ingramacademic.com\/products\/bushido-explained-9784805315071","provider":"Ingram Academic \u0026 Professional","version":"1.0","type":"link"}