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• African Samurai

  the True Story of Yasuke, a Legendary Black Warrior in Feudal Japan

  Lockley, Thomas,

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  A captivating, speculative look at legendary African samurai Yasuke.

• The Last Samurai

  the Life and Battles of Saigō Takamori

  Ravina, Mark, 1961-

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  A detailed account of the life and times of one of Japan’s last samurai.

• Legacies of the Sword

  the Kashima-Shinryū and Samurai Martial Culture

  Friday, Karl F.

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  This insightful title focuses on how samurai trained and maintained their skills.

• Samurai

  An Illustrated History

  Kure, Mitsuo

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  Featuring nearly 800 color photographs, maps and sketches, this is an excellent visual resource for those interested in the samurai.

• Samurai

  the Code of the Warrior

  Louis, Thomas

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  This concise yet absorbing title features information on the history of the samurai, their weapons and armor, military strategies, and philosophy.

• Samurai

  the Weapons and Spirit of the Japanese Warrior

  Sinclaire, Clive

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  A worthwhile guide to the weapons, armor, and equipment of the samurai, featuring over 150 full-color photographs.

• The Samurai

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  This engaging documentary explores the history of the samurai and how their memory continues to impact Japanese culture to this day.

• Samurai Battles

  Japan's Warrior Lords in 700 Years of Conflict

  Sharpe, Mike, 1970-

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  A comprehensive account of the conflicts and battles of the Samurai Period, featuring detailed maps and period illustrations.

• Secrets of the Samurai Sword

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  A fascinating look at the samurai’s most revered weapon: the sword.

• Warriors. Samurai Showdown

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  This episode of the History Channel’s enthralling documentary series, Warriors, explores the unique culture and code of honor of the samurai.

• Warriors of Medieval Japan

  Turnbull, Stephen R.

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  This informative title covers the history, equipment, and training of the samurai and other Japanese warrior classes, such as, ninja, ashiguru (footsoldiers), and warrior monks.