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This piece of writing by famed samurai Musashi (1584-1645) is the single-most influential work on samurai swordsmanship, offering insights into samurai history, the Zen Buddhist state of "no-mind" that enables warriors to triumph and the philosophical meaning of Bushido—"the way of the warrior."
Until now, English translations of The Book of Five Rings have been based on inaccurate copies of Musashi's long-lost original manuscript. Bennett's translation is the first to be based on a careful reconstruction of the original text by Japan's foremost Musashi scholar. By identifying discrepancies among the existing copies, adding missing texts and correcting over 150 incorrect characters, this source is the closest representation of Musashi's original work possible. Utilizing this new source, Bennett captures the subtle nuance of the classic Japanese text, resulting in the most accurate English translation of The Book of Five Rings available
Enjoy complete, richly annotated translations of Musashi's most-known works:
- The Book of Five Rings
- Mirror on the Way of Combat
- Notes on Combat Strategy
- Combat Strategy in 35 Articles
- The Five-Direction Sword Pathways
- The Path Walked Alone
The texts are richly annotated by Bennett, who includes an extensive introduction on Musashi's life and legacy. This paperback edition also includes a new introduction by Kendo Kyoshi 7th Dan Graham Sayer, who talks about the influence Musashi's writings have had on him as a person and martial artist.
The Complete Musashi: The Book of Five Rings and Other Works will be widely read by those interested in Japanese culture, Samurai history and martial arts—setting a new standard against which all other translations will be measured.
Review
"Dr. Bennett possesses a profound knowledge of, and deep insight into, the world of Japanese bushido. This expertise has been enhanced by his extensive practical experience of the traditional martial arts of Japan, and his proficiency in this domain is highly acclaimed." —Tetsuo Yamaori, former Director of the International Research Center for Japanese Studies
"This is a very good edition of this important document, made more valuable by the lengthy introduction and the inclusion of all six of the works currently attributed to Miyamoto Musashi, which allow us to see how his views developed, and places the famous Book of Five Rings into the context of his life." —History of War blog
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About the Author
Foreword writer Graham Sayer has been president of the New Zealand Kendo Federation since 1987. He attained 4th Dan grade in Japan before moving back to New Zealand in 1985. He has represented New Zealand and competed in Kendo Championships around the world since then. Today he holds the rank of Kyoshi 7th Dan and also serves as auditor for the International Kendo Federation.
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Expert Translations from Alexander Bennett
A distinguished Samurai historian and martial artist, Bennett offers the most accurate translations of Musashi's writings--the first to be based on a careful reconstruction of the original text by Japan's foremost Musashi scholar, and void of inaccuracies seen in previous translations.
Beyond Five Rings
The first complete edition of Musashi's works in English, this book offers not only his masterpiece, The Book of Five Rings, but also definitive translations of his other known works.
- The Book of Five Rings
- Mirror on the Way of Combat
- Notes on Combat Strategy
- Combat Strategy in 35 Articles
- The Five-Direction Sword Pathways
- The Path Walked Alone
Illustrations, Anecdotes and Footnotes
The texts are richly annotated by Bennett, who includes an extensive introduction on Musashi's life and legacy.
Black and white illustrations, drawings and diagrams, as well as a number of both modern and past photos of monuments, texts, tools and crafts and paintings are included throughout.
Above: A bronze statue of Musashi (right) about to deliver the death blow to Sasaki Kojirō. Located on Ganryūjima Island.
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The Complete Musashi: The Book of Five Rings and Other Works: Definitive New Translations of the Writings of Miyamoto Musashi - Japan's Greatest Samurai
BHD1418
Quantity:
Order today to get by 7-14 business days
Delivery fee of BHD 2. Free for orders above BHD 20.
Imported From: United States
At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.
Every product in the BOLO catalogue is sourced through our Verified Global Supply Network of verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.
Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.
If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.
Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.
While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.
Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.
BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of Bahrain. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the Bahrain will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in Bahrain are listed on our website.
All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.
All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.
Description:
This piece of writing by famed samurai Musashi (1584-1645) is the single-most influential work on samurai swordsmanship, offering insights into samurai history, the Zen Buddhist state of "no-mind" that enables warriors to triumph and the philosophical meaning of Bushido—"the way of the warrior."
Until now, English translations of The Book of Five Rings have been based on inaccurate copies of Musashi's long-lost original manuscript. Bennett's translation is the first to be based on a careful reconstruction of the original text by Japan's foremost Musashi scholar. By identifying discrepancies among the existing copies, adding missing texts and correcting over 150 incorrect characters, this source is the closest representation of Musashi's original work possible. Utilizing this new source, Bennett captures the subtle nuance of the classic Japanese text, resulting in the most accurate English translation of The Book of Five Rings available
Enjoy complete, richly annotated translations of Musashi's most-known works:
- The Book of Five Rings
- Mirror on the Way of Combat
- Notes on Combat Strategy
- Combat Strategy in 35 Articles
- The Five-Direction Sword Pathways
- The Path Walked Alone
The texts are richly annotated by Bennett, who includes an extensive introduction on Musashi's life and legacy. This paperback edition also includes a new introduction by Kendo Kyoshi 7th Dan Graham Sayer, who talks about the influence Musashi's writings have had on him as a person and martial artist.
The Complete Musashi: The Book of Five Rings and Other Works will be widely read by those interested in Japanese culture, Samurai history and martial arts—setting a new standard against which all other translations will be measured.
Review
"Dr. Bennett possesses a profound knowledge of, and deep insight into, the world of Japanese bushido. This expertise has been enhanced by his extensive practical experience of the traditional martial arts of Japan, and his proficiency in this domain is highly acclaimed." —Tetsuo Yamaori, former Director of the International Research Center for Japanese Studies
"This is a very good edition of this important document, made more valuable by the lengthy introduction and the inclusion of all six of the works currently attributed to Miyamoto Musashi, which allow us to see how his views developed, and places the famous Book of Five Rings into the context of his life." —History of War blog
Book Description
About the Author
Foreword writer Graham Sayer has been president of the New Zealand Kendo Federation since 1987. He attained 4th Dan grade in Japan before moving back to New Zealand in 1985. He has represented New Zealand and competed in Kendo Championships around the world since then. Today he holds the rank of Kyoshi 7th Dan and also serves as auditor for the International Kendo Federation.
Details:
Expert Translations from Alexander Bennett
A distinguished Samurai historian and martial artist, Bennett offers the most accurate translations of Musashi's writings--the first to be based on a careful reconstruction of the original text by Japan's foremost Musashi scholar, and void of inaccuracies seen in previous translations.
Beyond Five Rings
The first complete edition of Musashi's works in English, this book offers not only his masterpiece, The Book of Five Rings, but also definitive translations of his other known works.
- The Book of Five Rings
- Mirror on the Way of Combat
- Notes on Combat Strategy
- Combat Strategy in 35 Articles
- The Five-Direction Sword Pathways
- The Path Walked Alone
Illustrations, Anecdotes and Footnotes
The texts are richly annotated by Bennett, who includes an extensive introduction on Musashi's life and legacy.
Black and white illustrations, drawings and diagrams, as well as a number of both modern and past photos of monuments, texts, tools and crafts and paintings are included throughout.
Above: A bronze statue of Musashi (right) about to deliver the death blow to Sasaki Kojirō. Located on Ganryūjima Island.
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