Japanese Swords : Cultural Icons of a Nation

English

ISBN: 4805310359

EAN: 9784805310359

Category: Social Science / Archaeology/Antiques & Collectibles / Firearms & Weapons/

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Release Date: 01/30/2011

Synopsis: The Japanese sword is much more than just a weaponuit is a social and religious icon. Traditionally worn by the samurai warrior as an instrument of justice and courage, the sword was an embodiment of the soul of the person who wielded it that was at once sacred and symbolic. Swords of Japan is the first book to tell the full story of the Japanese swords rise to greatness by discussing its long history and development, its spiritual symbolism, the esoteric metallurgical techniques used to make the sword, as well as the difficult training techniques used by skilled swordsmen. Swords of Japan is complemented by stunning high-resolution photos, a foreword by sixth degree Iaido black belt Nicklaus Suino, an afterword by expert sword polisher and oMukansao Abe Kazunori, and a DVD featuring a beautifully filmed documentary and two bonus features.

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Japanese Swords : Cultural Icons of a Nation

Illustrated: Yes

Format: Hardcover

Height: 0.75 inches

Width: 9.0 inches

Length: 12.0 inches

Weight: 48.11 oz

Pages: 176