Hojo Yoshitoki 1163-1224 Kamakura Shogunate Politician Japan

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Hojo Yoshitoki 1163-1224 Kamakura Shogunate Politician Japan Key Features ✔ Discover the insightful biography of Hojo Yoshitoki (1163–1224), a pivotal figure in Japanese history and the Kamakura Shogunate. This comprehensive book, part of the Minerva Japan Biographies Series, delves into Yoshitoki's life, his political influence as the regent of the Kamakura government, and his role in shaping Japan's medieval political landscape. It explores his rise from a samurai in Izu to a key power broker, his involvement in the Genpei War, and his leadership during the Jokyu War, which marked the first military suppression of the Imperial Court by the Kamakura shogunate. The narrative also examines the complex relationships between the imperial court and the shogunate, including Yoshitoki's efforts to maintain power amidst shifting alliances and internal conflicts. ✔ This detailed biography offers a nuanced view of Yoshitoki's character, his political strategies, and the turbulent era he navigated. It includes a thorough table of contents covering his early life, rise to power, political challenges, military campaigns, and his legacy. The book is authored by Seii Okada, a distinguished scholar specializing in Japanese medieval history, and provides valuable insights into the era's historical context. ✔ Key features: ✔ - In-depth biography of Hojo Yoshitoki, Kamakura Shogunate regent ✔ - Analysis of political and military events of 12th-13th century Japan ✔ - Examination of the relation

• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fine

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