Book of Five Rings

English

Series: Shambhala Pocket Classics Ser.

ISBN: 0877739986

EAN: 9780877739982

Category: History / Military / General/Sports & Recreation / Martial Arts & Self-Defense/

Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated

Release Date: 03/31/1994

Synopsis: Here is one of the most insightful texts on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory to emerge from Asian culture. Written not only for martial artists but for leaders in all professions, the book analyzes the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction.The Book of Five Rings-which has become a well-known classic among American business people, studied for its insights into the Japanese approach to business strategy-was composed in 1643 by the famed duelist and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi. Unlike previous editions ofThe Book of Five Rings,Thomas Clearys is an accessible translation, free of jargon, with an introduction that presents the spiritual background of the warrior tradition. Along with Musashis text, Cleary translates another important Japanese classic on leadership and strategy:The Book of Family Traditions on the Art of Warby Yagyu Munenori, which highlights the ethical and spiritual insights of Taoism and Zen as they apply to the way of the warrior.

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Book of Five Rings

Illustrated: No

Format: Paperback

Height: 0.52 inches

Width: 3.06 inches

Length: 4.49 inches

Weight: 2.54 oz

Pages: 161