The Complete Musashi: The Book of Five Rings and Other Works: Definitive New Translations of the Writings of Miyamoto Musashi - Japan's Greatest Samurai

Anyone interested in philosophy should read this book. The book of the 5 rings is insightful. Well written and easy to read. Highly recommend.

A very good read about a remarkable man. The book came wrapped well and shipped fast. Highly recommend.

Anyone seriously studying Japanese Swordsmanship should purchase THIS version of Go-Rin-No-Sho. Bennett sensei immediately dispels many of the myths of Miyamoto Musashi propagated through Pop-culture, and the Yoshikawa Eiji novel. This is a fact based historical account of his life and teachings as a martial artist and is the best translation of "The Book of Five Rings," it clearly explains in full historical context, every obscure reference and history behind the book. Furthermore this is the most accurate translation I have read to date, even going so far to explain the different readings of each word, and what Musashi was implying with each statement.Furthermore, this book not only included Go-Rin-No-Sho, but also Musashi's other lesser known works. Heiodokyo, Heiho Kakitsuke, Heiho Sanjugo-Kajo, Goho no Tachi no Michi, Dokkodo, Kokura-hibun.Bennett sensei himself is a master swordsman who not only is a 7dan in kendo, but also the international Naginata-do representative, and co-founder of Kendo-World. Furthermore he holds 2 PHD's and teaches the History of Budo at Kansai University. His credentials in the Japanese swordsmanship community are amazing. This unique perspective clarifies many of the esoteric aspects that most other translations of these works are missing.

I had also purchased "The Book of Five Rings" written by Musashi (which is also included in this book) but this book has his other writings, and helps put into context "The Book of Five Rings" with footnote explanations and historical context. This book also explains the different manuscripts that have been attributed to Musashi and their reliability.It's a relatively easy and interesting read about a true historical badass and greatest swordsman of Japan.

Book was in great condition and as advertised. Thank you.

Only 1 page dedicated to "The Path Walked Alone" and only listed the 21 Principles of Dukkodo with no expansion, explanation, etc.

I have a few versions of the book of five rings. This along with Thomas Cleary's version are my two favorites. I've read through and highlighted many parts of this book over and over again. There's always something new to find and with this version you can delve deeper into the mind of the greatest swordsman to ever live. I'm an avid reader and couldn't live without this book.

Walks you through the history surrounding one of the most laudable swordsmen from Japan. Recommended for those who are serious about learning the history behind the philosophy, art and martial art.

Un escrito de gran trascendencia heredado por Miyamoto musashi. Al leerlo sin agregar o quitar ideas basadas en las experiencias propias, se puede percibir la simpleza de las enseñanzas de musashi, las cuales pueden servir para superar barreras en cualquier ámbito.

A fresh point of view from a master. Many interesting points for the layman who doesn’t have to be interested in combat.

Comprei junto com outros livros que AINDA vou ler, como os Estoicos, Maquiavel, a arte da guerra, mas Dokkodo, pelo que vi se refere a umas vinte linhas escritas por Miyamoto sobre como viver uma vida disciplinada. De resto todo o livro, fala sobre técnicas de espada.Mrsm assim vou ler.

OLD Japanese Philosophy from really tough times still have VERY much to teach any Person in this World.