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Bushido
The Soul of the Samurai
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Pub Date
Aug 30 2016
| Archive Date
Aug 30 2016
Description
A graphic novel version of the classic book that first introduced Westerners to the samurai ethos.
This graphic novel version of the cult classic Bushido brings the timeless secrets of the samurai to life. Originally published in 1905, Bushido was the first book to introduce Westerners to the samurai ethos. Written by Inazo Nitobe, one of the foremost Japanese authors and educators of the time, it describes the characteristics and virtues that are associated with bushido—honor, courage, justice, loyalty, self-control—and explains the philosophy behind how samurai were educated and trained; the connection between the sword and the samurai; seppuku; and the position of women in samurai culture; among other themes. To this day,Bushido is considered a must-read for anyone who wants to understanding the soul of Japan and navigate their world with integrity and honor.
A graphic novel version of the classic book that first introduced Westerners to the samurai ethos.This graphic novel version of the cult classic
Bushido brings the timeless secrets of the samurai to...
Description
A graphic novel version of the classic book that first introduced Westerners to the samurai ethos.
This graphic novel version of the cult classic Bushido brings the timeless secrets of the samurai to life. Originally published in 1905, Bushido was the first book to introduce Westerners to the samurai ethos. Written by Inazo Nitobe, one of the foremost Japanese authors and educators of the time, it describes the characteristics and virtues that are associated with bushido—honor, courage, justice, loyalty, self-control—and explains the philosophy behind how samurai were educated and trained; the connection between the sword and the samurai; seppuku; and the position of women in samurai culture; among other themes. To this day,Bushido is considered a must-read for anyone who wants to understanding the soul of Japan and navigate their world with integrity and honor.
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Advance Praise
"Within the pages of this greatly anticipated manga anthology are some of the mostimaginative, lush, grotesque, and ridiculous comics to come out of Japan. It's an incredibleselection."--Publishers Weekly
"Within the pages of this greatly anticipated manga anthology are some of the mostimaginative, lush, grotesque, and ridiculous comics to come out of Japan. It's an incredibleselection."--Publishers...
Advance Praise
"Within the pages of this greatly anticipated manga anthology are some of the mostimaginative, lush, grotesque, and ridiculous comics to come out of Japan. It's an incredibleselection."--Publishers Weekly
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9781611802108 |
| PRICE |
$17.95 (USD)
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Other Format |
| ISBN |
9781611802108 |
| PRICE |
$17.95 (USD)
|
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