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Epic chronicle of Japan's greatest swordsman.
If you're intrigued by tales of discipline, strategy, and samurai culture, "The Lone Samurai" will transport you into the life of Miyamoto Musashi. This book isn't just a biography; it's a deep dive into the ethos of a warrior who became a legend. It offers a window into feudal Japan and Musashi's philosophy, which has influenced martial artists and strategic thinkers worldwide.
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The Lone Samurai - The Life of Miyamoto Musashi
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ISBN: 9784770029423
Authors:
William Scott Wilson
Publisher: Kodansha USA
Date of Publication: 2004-08-15
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.12
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Description
An expert on samurai history paints a vivid, multi-faceted portrait of feudal Japan and Miyamoto Musashi—the legendary swordsman who wrote the classic martial arts treatise, The Book of Five Rings. Born in 1584, Miyamoto Musashi was the legendary samurai known throughout the world as a master swordsman, spiritual seeker, and author of the classic book on strategy, The Book of Five Rings. Over 350 years after his death, Musashi and his legacy still fascinate readers worldwide, inspiring artists, authors, and filmmakers. In The Lone Samurai, respected translator and expert on samurai culture William Scott Wilson presents 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 Book of Five Rings. This special volume includes supplemental material on Musashi’s legacy as a martial arts icon, his impact on literature and film, and the influence of his Book of Five Rings.
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