A historical book by Masataka Ueyokote: "The Kamakura Period: Its Light and Shadow" (Yoshikawa Kobunkan). Centered on the relationship between the Imperial Court and the shogunate (the public-private relationship), this book uses sharp analysis and a fresh perspective to illuminate the true nature of the Kamakura period, which is shrouded in many mysteries. It carefully discusses important themes in the political history of Kamakura, including the relationship between Emperor Go-Shirakawa and Minamoto no Yoritomo, the Jokyu War, the regency government, the Tokuso autocracy, the Mongol invasions, and the fall of the shogunate. Recommended for those interested in Japanese medieval history. [Book Information] ・Author: Masataka Ueyokote ・Publisher: Yoshikawa Kobunkan [Condition] ・Used book, so there may be scratches and signs of aging on the cover and edges. ・No problem with reading. ・Please check the condition in the images. ※Please purchase only if you understand that this is a used item.