Feudal Kamakura: Outline Sketch Of The History Of Kamakura From 1186 To 1333

By Joseph Ernest De Becker

Book Overview

Feudal Kamakura: Outline Sketch Of The History Of Kamakura From 1186 To 1333 is a book written by Joseph E. De Becker. The book is a comprehensive historical account of the Kamakura period in Japan, which lasted from 1186 to 1333. During this time, Kamakura was the political center of Japan and the seat of the shogunate, which was a feudal military government.The book provides a detailed overview of the political, social, and cultural aspects of the Kamakura period. It covers the rise of the Kamakura shogunate, the establishment of the samurai class, and the development of the warrior culture that defined the period. The book also explores the religious and artistic traditions of the time, including the rise of Zen Buddhism and the development of the Kamakura period's distinctive style of art and architecture.Throughout the book, De Becker provides a wealth of detail and insight into the people, events, and ideas that shaped the Kamakura period. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including historical documents, literary works, and art and architecture, to create a vivid and engaging portrait of this fascinating period in Japanese history.Overall, Feudal Kamakura: Outline Sketch Of The History Of Kamakura From 1186 To 1333 is an essential read for anyone interested in Japanese history, culture, and society. It offers a comprehensive and insightful overview of one of the most important periods in Japanese history and provides a valuable resource for scholars, students, and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432633201
• ISBN13: 9781432633202
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"