Himeji Castle Japan's Samurai Past |
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| Author:
| Ball, Jacqueline A. |
| Series title: | Castles, Palaces, and Tombs Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-59716-001-8 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2005 |
| Publisher: | Bearport Publishing Company, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $28.50 |
Book Description:
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Explore the world of shoguns, samurai and warlords in this exciting story of Japan's national treasure--Himeji Castle: Japan's Samurai Past. Young readers will meet Japan's great rulers as they learn how this gleaming "White Heron" on a hill was built as a defensive fortress against invading armies. Made entirely of wood and covered in white plaster, Himeji Castle is a time capsule of Japanese history and drama. Four-color photos, maps, timelines and compelling narratives are...
More DescriptionExplore the world of shoguns, samurai and warlords in this exciting story of Japan's national treasure--Himeji Castle: Japan's Samurai Past. Young readers will meet Japan's great rulers as they learn how this gleaming "White Heron" on a hill was built as a defensive fortress against invading armies. Made entirely of wood and covered in white plaster, Himeji Castle is a time capsule of Japanese history and drama. Four-color photos, maps, timelines and compelling narratives are guaranteed to enlighten and entertain students.