The Documents of Iriki, (Hardcover)

<p><b>"The Documents of Iriki"</b> is a monumental achievement in the study of Japanese feudalism and institutional history. Compiled and edited by the renowned historian Kan'ichi Asakawa, this work presents a comprehensive collection of primary sources-many of which are translated into English for the first time-tracing the socio-political evolution of the Iriki-in family and their domain in the Satsuma province.</p><p>Covering several centuries of Japanese history, these documents provide an unparalleled look into the intricacies of land tenure, the hierarchical structures of the samurai class, and the shifting dynamics between local lords and central authority. Asakawa's meticulous scholarship bridges the gap between Eastern and Western historiography, applying rigorous comparative methods to explore the unique characteristics of Japanese social organization.</p><p>This collection serves as an indispensable resource for scholars of Asian history, legal systems, and medieval studies. Through its detailed examination of administrative records, legal codes, and family archives, "The Documents of Iriki" offers a profound understanding of the foundations of Japanese society. It remains a definitive reference for anyone seeking to grasp the complex transition from early medieval structures to the solidified feudalism of later eras.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• The Documents of Iriki, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025516615
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 614