This fascinating new book describes how Japan grew from rule by local chieftains to an emperor-led nation with many noble families competing for prominence. Beautiful spreads and full-color photographs unveil Japan's rich history and the people who struggled to make it their own. Topics include - wet rice cultivation - trade with other cultures, their influence, and isolation in the 17th century - from early pit dwellings to the development of castle towns - nature worship, the rise of Shinto, and Buddhism and Confucianism ...
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This fascinating new book describes how Japan grew from rule by local chieftains to an emperor-led nation with many noble families competing for prominence. Beautiful spreads and full-color photographs unveil Japan's rich history and the people who struggled to make it their own. Topics include - wet rice cultivation - trade with other cultures, their influence, and isolation in the 17th century - from early pit dwellings to the development of castle towns - nature worship, the rise of Shinto, and Buddhism and Confucianism - life as a samurai warrior - sword making and pottery - herbal medicine Teacher's guide available.
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