The Japanese sword : the soul of the samurai
Irvine, Gregory2000
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This illustrated survey examines the development of the Japanese sword in a historical and social context from the 8th to the 20th century. It also outlines the techniques used in the making of the swords, and the associated terminology.
Main title:
The Japanese sword : the soul of the samurai / Gregory Irvine.
Imprint:
London : V&A, 2000.
Collation:
128p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 125) and index.
ISBN:
9781851773145 (hbk)
Dewey class:
623.441095623.441
Local class:
739.7220952
Language:
English
BRN:
160697