Samurai in Word and Image. 4

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The course examines medieval Japanese history through one of the most distinct elements of pre-20th century Japanese society ? the samurai warriors. We will discuss the origin, social composition, ethos, political positions, and popular perceptions of the samurai as reflected in historical texts, woodblock prints, as well as films. We will also analyze the ways in which the image of the samurai has been appropriated in the media and films to reflect the shifting cultural and political currents of modern times. Fulfills humanities and intercultural requirements (1998). Fulfills arts/ humanities and sociocultural engagement requirements (2019).