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PublisherKodansha International
ISBN-10156836427X
ISBN-139781568364278
eBay Product ID (ePID)19038719386
Product Key Features
Book TitleMusashi : an Epic Novel of the Samurai Era
Number of Pages984 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicAsia / Japan, Biographical, Historical
Publication Year2012
IllustratorYes
GenreFiction, History
AuthorEiji Yoshikawa
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.5 in
Item Weight38.4 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width6.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition20
Reviews" Musashi is a stirring saga and one that will prove popular not only for readers interested in Japan but also for those who simply want a rousing read." -- Washington Post Book World "Shogun must look to tis laurels... This glittering narrative idealization of the samurai code has sold over 120 million copies in Japan, and one can see why." -- Publishers Weekly "The Gone with the Wind of Japan." -- Edwin 0. Reischauer, Former U.S. Ambassador to Japan "Dramatic and exciting." -- Philadelphia Bulletin "A captivating work." -- Atlanta Journal / Constitution "In all ways everything you might expect of a Japanese epic..." -- Jan Morris, Travel writer, "... A stirring saga ... not only for readers interested in Japan but also for those who simply want a rousing read." -Washington Post
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal895.634
SynopsisThe classic samurai novel about the real exploits of the most famous swordsman. The classic samurai novel about the real exploits of the most famous swordsman. Miyamoto Musashi was the child of an era when Japan was emerging from decades of civil strife. Lured to the great Battle of Sekigahara in 1600 by the hope of becoming a samurai-without really knowing what it meant-he regains consciousness after the battle to find himself lying defeated, dazed and wounded among thousands of the dead and dying. On his way home, he commits a rash act, becomes a fugitive and brings life in, This classic novel brings to life the real exploits of Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's legendary swordsman., The classic samurai novel about the real exploits of the most famous swordsman. Miyamoto Musashi was the child of an era when Japan was emerging from decades of civil strife. Lured to the great Battle of Sekigahara in 1600 by the hope of becoming a samurai--without really knowing what it meant--he regains consciousness after the battle to find himself lying defeated, dazed and wounded among thousands of the dead and dying. On his way home, he commits a rash act, becomes a fugitive and brings life in his own village to a standstill--until he is captured by a weaponless Zen monk. The lovely Otsu, seeing in Musashi her ideal of manliness, frees him from his tortuous punishment, but he is recaptured and imprisoned. During three years of solitary confinement, he delves into the classics of Japan and China. When he is set free again, he rejects the position of samurai and for the next several years pursues his goal relentlessly, looking neither to left nor to right. Ever so slowly it dawns on him that following the Way of the Sword is not simply a matter of finding a target for his brute strength. Continually striving to perfect his technique, which leads him to a unique style of fighting with two swords simultaneously, he travels far and wide, challenging fighters of many disciplines, taking nature to be his ultimate and severest teacher and undergoing the rigorous training of those who follow the Way. He is supremely successful in his encounters, but in the Art of War he perceives the way of peaceful and prosperous governance and disciplines himself to be a real human being He becomes a reluctant hero to a host of people whose lives he has touched and been touched by. And, inevitably, he has to pit his skill against the naked blade of his greatest rival. Musashi is a novel in the best tradition of Japanese story telling. It is a living story, subtle and imaginative, teeming with memorable characters, many of them historical. Interweaving themes of unrequited love, misguided revenge, filial piety and absolute dedication to the Way of the Samurai, it depicts vividly a world Westerners know only vaguely. Full of gusto and humor, it has an epic quality and universal appeal. The novel was made into a three-part movie by Director Hiroshi Inagai. For more information, visit the Shopping area
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- 19. Okt. 2021
The life story of Myamoto Musashi is an intriguing read
Myamoto Musashi wrote "The Book of Five Rings", which is about swordsmanship and dueling with the Japanese folded katana. Today most readers of that book use it as a merciless method for doing business, but I always have appreciated it's insights into the mind of Myamoto Musashi and his style of swordplay. The book I am reviewing here is however the semi fictional novel "Musashi" which started in Japan as a long running newspaper serial between 1935 and 1939. The English hardcover version is 950 pages long and although I just began reading it, I find it interesting enough to not put it down to the point where I am now quickly on page 246 already. Japan has only produced one Musashi, as although it has to date produced countless great swordsmen, none survived over 80 duels undefeated except for Musashi himself. If you study fencing and swordsmanship or only enjoy tales of the old days in feudal Japan, I think that you would enjoy reading "Musashi" too.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 08. Dez. 2020
Great book, it is quite the experience.
Great book 970 pages but easy to follow, I had difficulty putting it down. This is one of those works of fiction that is applicable to your own life in the sense that the lessons transcend time periods.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 12. Feb. 2019
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- 18. Sep. 2020
Fantastic book!
Awesome read! Great quality, excellent conditionBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 08. Jun. 2020
Awesome purchase
Great book, like new.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 13. Mai. 2021
Amazing story of the most famous Samauri!
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