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Drawing the Samurai Sword: The Japanese Art of Swordsmanship; Master the Ancient Art of Iaido by Darrell Max Craig (Paperback, 2018)
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ISBN-13: 9780804850087, 978-0804850087. To the Japanese, the sword is a spiritual weapon. It possesses a particular divinity, reflecting the soul of its maker, owner, and user. He spent many years in Japan competing and training at the very highest level.
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To the Japanese, the sword is a spiritual weapon. It possesses a particular divinity, reflecting the soul of its maker, owner, and user. Around its mystical powers has grown the centuries-old ritual and practice of Samurai swordsmanship which is still avidly practiced today as a fascinating and intricate martial art. This unique guide unlocks all the mysteries of the ancient tradition of Iaijutsu - explaining the history and significance of the sword in Samurai culture and documenting the techniques of swordsmanship as found in no other martial arts book. Darrell Max Craig is one of the foremost teachers of Kendo in the West. He spent many years in Japan competing and training at the very highest level. His book, Drawing the Samurai Sword, provides a thorough examination of all aspects of Iaijutsu - including information on sword care and selection, necessary gear, sword and dojo etiquette, and useful drills for practice and demonstration. This book also teaches readers how to: Evaluate your Samurai sword and handle it safely Wear the traditional Hakama uniform Perform the Kata forms to hone your technique And much more! Featuring a new preface by the author, original colour photos, and additional information about sword testing, this generously-illustrated book is a treasure trove of information for aspiring students and experienced practitioners alike.Product Identifiers
PublisherTuttle Publishing
ISBN-139780804850087
eBay Product ID (ePID)5046608704
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Book TitleDrawing the Samurai Sword: the Japanese Art of Swordsmanship; Master the Ancient Art of Iaido
AuthorDarrell Max Craig
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2018
GenreSports
Number of Pages240 Pages
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Item Height229mm
Item Width152mm
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Title_AuthorDarrell Max Craig
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
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- 21 Nov, 2019
Very informative and a compelling read
It tells me all i need to know about the art of iado.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
