Written by the master swordsman and undefeated samurai Miyamoto Musashi in 1643, the Book of Five Rings has become a classic on strategy and confrontation. Written not only for martial artists but for leaders in all professions, the book analyses the process of struggle and mastery over conflict that underlies every level of human interaction.
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Written by legendary Japanese swordsman Musashi, this 17th-century exposition of sword-fighting strategy and Zen philosophy has been embraced by many contemporary readers, especially business school students, as a manual on how to succeed in life. There are many English translations, but every one, including this one, suffers from inadequate cultural, literary, and philosophical commentary. Musashi's work should be studied, not simply read, and Cleary's translation lacks commentary; it also makes the prose seems flat and the philosophy simplistic. Yet what makes this new translation worthwhile is the second text, buried deep in the back like an appendix: Yagyu Munenori's The Book of Family Traditions on the Art of War . This text, also an exposition on sword fighting and Zen philosophy, is difficult to find in an English translation, and its availability is welcome. Recommended for academic libraries generally.-- Glenn Masuchika, Chaminade Univ. Lib., Honolulu
"Embraced by many contemporary readers as a manual on how to succeed in life."-- "Library Journal "
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In ancient times a great warrior named Musashi devoted his last years to the task of setting down the samurai secret that he alone knew. He formulated a winning strategy that transcends the clash of war and speaks directly to everyone who wants to succeed in life. Here are laid down the timeless principles of craft, timing and spirit which result in victory. Like its Chinese counterpart "The Art of War", this small book has proved to be far more than a philosophic classic.
The book of five rings is a fantastic look into the psychology of the swordsman and martial artist alike but these five main principles of timeless wisdom can be applied to your everyday life. Excellent translation in an easy to read format by Thomas Cleary... a book for the ages.
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