Soul of the Samurai
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Soul of the Samurai
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Soul of the Samurai
In Soul of the Samurai
In Soul of the Samurai, respected author and translator Thomas Cleary reveals the true essence of Bushido or Zen warrior teachings according to 17th-century Japanese sword master Yagyu Munenori and his Zen teacher Takuan Soho.
These writings introduce the reader to the authentic world of Zen culture and the secrets behind the Samurai's successβbeing "in the moment" and freeing the mind from all distractions, allowing you to react instantaneously and instinctively without thinking.
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Soul of the Samurai offers insights into the mindset of Edo period samurai, highlighting their efforts to maintain martial skills during peaceful times. The book is praised for being accessible and includes translations of several classic Japanese texts.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9784805312919
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 March 2014
Country: United States
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 191.0mm
Weight: 170g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Thomas Cleary is one of the best known and most accomplished translators of the ancient wisdom of Asia. His work includes The Art of War, The Book of Five Rings, Code of the Samurai, Samurai Wisdom and Secrets of the Japanese Art of Warfare, as well as over 70 other books on Asian martial history and philosophy, Buddhism and Taoism.
Also by Thomas Cleary
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