The Book of Five Rings was written by Kensei Miyamoto Musashi in the last years of his life, in Japan around 1645. The legendary swordsman Musashi reputedly never lost a duel and in this book he divulges the wisdom behind his strategy. It will be of interest to military historians, martial artists, students of Eastern philosophy and the general reader.
Readers will be stunned at the ruthlessness of Miyamoto's approach to the sword and the warrior code, as well as the sheer beauty of his written exposition of the principles of his system. The book also contains the master swordsman's Dokkodo, The Way of Walking Alone, the author's short treatise on honour, service and duty.
This illustrated edition contains ten unique pictures by prize-winning illustrator Simeon Banner. It also includes an extensive introduction by academic Erik Empson, on the meaning of Musashi's treatise which makes it accessible to a modern audience.
The definitive edition of an essential strategy classic on the martial arts. This is a guide which will help you make decisions in life and business. This is the most accessible text available: with a linked table of contents, beautiful colour illustrations, and a clear introduction and footnotes providing historical context.
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