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Hagakure : The Book of the Samauri by Tsunetomo Yamamoto and William Scott Wilson (1992, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherKodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-104770011067
ISBN-139784770011060
eBay Product ID (ePID)739125
Product Key Features
Book TitleHagakure : the Book of the Samauri
Number of Pages180 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAsia / Japan, Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Publication Year1992
IllustratorYes
FeaturesReprint
GenreSports & Recreation, History
AuthorTsunetomo Yamamoto, William Scott Wilson
Book SeriesThe ^Away of the Warrior Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight5.5 Oz
Item Length4.3 in
Item Width7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN78-071315
Dewey Edition23
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal170/.440952
Edition DescriptionReprint
Synopsis- Hagakure ("In the Shadow of Leaves"') is a manual for the samurai classes consisting of a series of short anecdotes and reflections that give both insight and instruction-in the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido-the Way of the Warrior. It is not a book of philosophy as most would understand the word: it is a collection of thoughts and sayings recorded over a period of seven years, and as such covers a wide variety of subjects, often in no particular sequence. The work represents an attitude far removed from our modern pragmatism and materialism, and posesses an intuitive rather than rational appeal in its assertion that Bushido is a Way of Dying, and that only a samurai retainer prepared and willing to die at any moment can be totally true to his lord. While Hagakure was for many years a secret text known only to the warrior vassals of the Hizen fief to which the author belonged, it later came to be recognized as a classic exposition of samurai thought and came to influence many subsequent generations, including Yukio Mishima. This translation offers 300 selections that constitute the core texts of the 1,300 present in the original., Hagakure ("In the Shadow of Leaves"') is a manual for the samurai classes consisting of a series of short anecdotes and reflections that give both insight and instruction-in the philosophy and code of behavior that foster the true spirit of Bushido-the Way of the Warrior. It is not a book of philosophy as most would understand the word: it is a collection of thoughts and sayings recorded over a period of seven years, and as such covers a wide variety of subjects, often in no particular sequence. The work represents an attitude far removed from our modern pragmatism and materialism, and posesses an intuitive rather than rational appeal in its assertion that Bushido is a Way of Dying, and that only a samurai retainer prepared and willing to die at any moment can be totally true to his lord. While Hagakure was for many years a secret text known only to the warrior vassals of the Hizen fief to which the author belonged, it later came to be recognized as a classic exposition of samurai thought and came to influence many subsequent generations, including Yukio Mishima. This translation offers 300 selections that constitute the core texts of the 1,300 present in the original., "A guidebook and inspiration for any modern student of martial arts, or anyone interested in achieving a courageous and transcendent understanding of life." -East West Journal
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- 10 May, 2017
Great book. Defiant insight into a samurai's mind set and his philosophies on life and death.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Mar, 2018
A good insight to an interesting period of Japan. Fornatted as if it were a discussion of a dream within a dream.. or so is said.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Jul, 2016
Hagakure: Honor and Committment.
It is difficult to understand the amount of dedication to harsh principles presented here. There is a deeper message here. It is about Honor and Committment to something other than self. This is what every warrior/soldier must embrace.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Mar, 2017
As Prevalent Now as Then
Bite size chunks of knowledge from the time of the samurai.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 May, 2018
Excellent! 😃
Sure helps put things into perspective.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Jul, 2019
Love it
I finally have a copy..since a kid.I wanted this book.Thank you!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Feb, 2018
I reccommend it!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Nov, 2017
amazing effort
very impressiveVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
