Ways of the Samurai from Ronins to Ninja by Carol Gaskin and Vince Hawkins
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Overview: Honor, loyalty, and self-sacrifice defined the life of the samurai, fierce warriors who controlled Japan for more than seven centuries. The Ways of the Samurai explores the history of these dedicated fighters, from their roots as soldiers of the imperial court to their eventual rise to power greater than that of the emperor. In this revealing guide to samurai culture, authors Carol Gaskin and Vince Hawkins discuss:
*The legend of Yoshitsune, the hero who helped to restore the Minamoto clan to power
*The wanders of the ronin, who lived independently from lords and clans
*The philosophy of samurai training, which involved mental concentration and focused energy in addition to physical strength
*The practices of the ninja, masters of spying and sabotage hired by honorable samurai to do the dirty work
Examining each part of the samurai culture from battles, weapons, and armor to homes, education, and religious influences, The Ways of the Samurai shares the secrets of a military society in which dignity mattered more than life itself.
Genre: Nonfiction | History
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