About This Course
"This lecture course examines the history of Japan from the end of the ancient period (c. 1200 AD) through the medieval era (approximately 1573). Issues covered include the formation and destruction of the Kamakura and Muromachi warrior governments, medieval religious life, and culture." -- couse syllabus
Instructor: Dr. Eric Rath
Office Hours: Tu&Th: 11:00-12:00, 2:30-3:00 (and by appointment)
Class Schedule: Tu&Th 1:00-2:15
Location: Wescoe 4002
Tsuba (sword guard) Artist Unknown, 1400s
The University of Kansas Spencer Museum Collection
From "Art & Cultural Heritage Collection"
Database Instruction (3/13/2014)
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Required Text
The World Turned Upside Down: Medieval Japanese SocietyCall Number: DS857 .S6813 2001ISBN: 0231118422Publication Date: 2001
Required Primay Sources (English Translation)
These books are required to purchase. Please be aware that the KU LIbraries generally holds one copy, but it may be checked out by someone else.
The Confessions of Lady Nijo by Call Number: PL792.N3 T613 1976ISBN: 0804709300Publication Date: 1983The KU Libraries' copy is 1976 edition.
