Japanese swords : cultural icons of a nation : the history, metallurgy and iconography of the Samurai sword /
Japanese Swords : CULTURAL ICONS OF A NATION The History,Metallurgy and Iconography of the Samurai Sword /
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| Author / Creator: | Roach, C. M. (Colin M.) |
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| Edition: | 1st ed. |
| Imprint: | Tokyo ; Rutland, Vt. : Tuttle Pub., 2010. |
| Description: | 176 p. : col. ill., map ; 31 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | DVD Video Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/8288755 |
| Summary: | Author Colin M. Roach collaborated with top-level artisans, historians, and martial arts experts to create a unique, in-depth study of these magnificent weapons from a historical, iconographical, and technological perspective. In addition to a foreword by seventh degree iaido black belt Nicklaus Suino and a sidebar by Mukansa-level polisher Abe Kazunori, Japanese Swords includes rare looks into the world of Mukansa-level swordsmiths Kawachi Kunihira and Gassan Sadatoshi. Complemented by hundreds of stunning high-resolution photos and a DVD, Japanese Swords is a must-have addition to any Japanophile's library. |
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| Physical Description: | 176 p. : col. ill., map ; 31 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9784805310359 (hbk.) 4805310359 (hbk.) |
