The Book of Five Rings: The Classic Text of Samurai Sword Strategy - Hardcover

Musashi, Miyamoto

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1454910739 ISBN 13: 9781454910732

Publisher: Fall River Pr, 2014

Synopsis

The Book of Five Rings, first published in the seventeenth century, is the classic text of samurai strategy, written by an undefeated master of the sword. This colorfully illustrated new edition vividly interprets the teachings of Miyamoto Musashi and the era of the last Shoguns, when the way of the sword was also a sacred way of life.

About this title

About the Author

Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1643) was a samurai master and a leading exponent of Kendo, the oldest of Japan's martial arts. In a career that lasted nearly half a century he was never defeated in combat. Musashi perfected a two-handed sword technique that is still taught today, and he was also a talented artist. He completed The Book of Five Rings, his classic text on samurai sword strategy, days before his death.

 

About the Translator:

Ashikaga Yoshiharu teaches English at Tokyo University. A descendant of a samurai, he has translated many classic Japanese texts into English and has edited the books Zen Wisdom and Zen Teachings (both Astrolog).

Edition details

• Publisher: Fall River Pr
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1454910739
• ISBN 13: 9781454910732
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 198
• Editor: Brant Rosemary