Miyamoto Musashi (1584‒1645) was the legendary samurai known throughout the world as a master swordsman, spiritual seeker, and author of the classic book on strategy, the <i>Book of Five Rings</i>. Over 350 years after his death, Musashi and his legacy still fascinate us and continue to inspire artists, authors, and filmmakers. Here, respected translator and expert on samurai culture William Scott Wilson has created both a vivid account of a fascinating period in feudal Japan and a portrait of the courageous, iconoclastic samurai who wrestled with philosophical and spiritual ideas that are as relevant today as they were in his time. For Musashi, the way of the martial arts was about mastery of the mind rather than simply technical prowess—and it is this path to mastery that is the core teaching in his <i>Book of Five Rings</i>. This volume includes supplemental material on Musashi’s legacy as a martial arts icon, his impact on literature and film, and the influence of
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<b>Step back into old Japan with this fascinating travelogue of the famous Kiso Road, an ancient route used by samurai and warlords</b><br> <br> The <i>Kisoji</i>, which runs through the Kiso Valley in the Japanese...
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<b>The definitive translation of the seminal treatise on the code of the samurai.</b><br><br>Living and dying with bravery and honor is at the heart of <i>Hagakure</i>, a series of over 1,300 short texts written by...
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