Secret Tactics

Secret Tactics offers ancient wisdom for contemporary readers—bringing new interpretations of Japanese martial arts classics. In the tradition of The Martial Artist's Book of Five Rings, this book, written by one of America's most experienced teachers of karate, provides fresh insights into fundamental martial arts texts. It includes new translations of essays on leadership, correct behaviour, character, and values.

"Hereditary Manual of Fighting Techniques" by Yagyu Tajimanokami Munenori delves into the relationship between Zen philosophy and warfare, as well as the mental preparation necessary for successful fighting.

In "The Ultimate Sword," Takuan Soho discusses the relentless effort required to become a true master of strategy, using key aspects of sword-fighting strategy to illuminate the path to self-realisation in "The Miracle of Immovable Wisdom."

Kotoda Yahei Toshisada stresses the importance of training and mastering techniques rather than focusing solely on theory in "Technical Study of Kenpo."

In "The School of Two Heavens," Musashi Miyamoto applies the principles of sword fighting to military arts and politics. Mastuura Saizan concentrates on strengthening the weak points of the human mind and exploiting the natural movements of the human body in "Jyoseihi Kendan."

"Tengu's Dialogue on the Martial Arts" by Issai Chosanshi presents a manual for martial arts students in the form of a dialogue with a master.