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Pilbeam, Mavis

Japan under the Shoguns, 1185-1868

63 pp. | Raintree | February, 1999 | Library ISBN 0-8172-5431-5 $$25.69
(3) YA Looking Back series. This title briefly chronicles the seven hundred years Japan was ruled by military warlords called shoguns. As well as providing information on the rise and fall of the three shogunates, the clear text examines the place of the samurai in Japanese society, outside influences on Japan, and aspects of everyday life. Color photos and reproductions of Japanese art appear throughout. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Carolyn Shute

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