The Book of Five Rings (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781492225218)

"Even if a man has no natural ability he can be a warrior by sticking assiduously to both divisions of the Way. Generally speaking, the Way of the warrior is resolute acceptance of death. Although not only warriors but priests, women, peasants and lowlier folk have been known to die readily in the cause of duty or out of shame, this is a different thing. The warrior is different in that studying the Way of Strategy is based on overcoming men. By victory gained in crossing swords with individuals, or enjoining battle with large numbers, we can attain power and fame for ourselves or our lord. This is the virtue of strategy." - Miyamoto

Author: Musashi Miyamoto
ISBN-10: 1492225215
ISBN-13: 9781492225218
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 08/22/2013
Pages: 58
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.12d