The Book of Five Rings: The Strategy of the Samurai (Arcturus Silkbound Classics)

This deluxe silkbound gift edition of The Book of Five Rings presents the classic Japanese text by the undefeated swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. In these scrolls, Musashi sets down his “true principles”, described as guaranteeing victory in martial arts and on the battlefield. Rather than drawing on religion or abstract theory, he bases his writing on personal experience, observation and reason. Published as The Book of Five Rings , the work has more recently gained an international reputation in the business world as a way to resolve differences and pursue success. Its discussion of psychological strength, rigorous self-control and practical application for handling physical and mental conflict is also presented as having wider relevance beyond combat. Full-colour illustrations accompany the text, and the volume is finished as a gold-embossed hardback suited to gifting. Key details Deluxe silkbound gift edition Written by M...