Bushido: The Way of the SamuraiSquare One Publishers, 2002 - 128 Seiten In eighteenth-century Japan, Tsunetomo Yamamoto created the Hagakure, a document that served as the basis for samurai warrior behavior. Its guiding principles greatly influenced the Japanese ruling class and shaped the underlying character of the Japanese psyche, from businessmen to soldiers. Bushido is the first English translation of this work. It provides a powerful message aimed at the mind and spirit of the samurai warrior. With Bushido, one can better put into perspective Japan's historical path. |
Inhalt
Authors Introduction | 5 |
BOOK | 13 |
Think Lightly on Serious Matters | 21 |
Urheberrecht | |
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