Stephen Turnbull(III)
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Stephen Turnbull is a British historian concentrating on Japan and the
samurai period and has published numerous books, mainly on Japanese military topics.
Turnbull has a PhD from Leeds University together with two MAs (in Military History and Theology). Now semi-retired from the academic life, he is in more demand than ever both for scholarly and popular work. He also holds the post of Visiting Professor of Japanese Studies at Akita International University in Japan.
His main activity at present is providing information and advice to media organizations about Japan. He was Historical Advisor for the highly successful computer strategy game Shogun II - Total War, and the severely panned 47 Ronin (2012) starring Keanu Reeves.
Turnbull has a PhD from Leeds University together with two MAs (in Military History and Theology). Now semi-retired from the academic life, he is in more demand than ever both for scholarly and popular work. He also holds the post of Visiting Professor of Japanese Studies at Akita International University in Japan.
His main activity at present is providing information and advice to media organizations about Japan. He was Historical Advisor for the highly successful computer strategy game Shogun II - Total War, and the severely panned 47 Ronin (2012) starring Keanu Reeves.
