The Swordsman's Handbook: Samurai Teachings on the Path of the Sword

The Swordsman's Handbook is a comprehensive collection of writings on swordsmanship from the samurai era, offering insights into the art of dealing with conflict as an art that requires grace and courage.

This definitive anthology features works by renowned swordsmen such as Kotada Yahei Toshitada, Takuan Soho, Yagyu Munenori, Miyamoto Musashi, Matsura Seizan, Issai Chozanshi, and Yamaoka Tesshu.

With a foreword by William Scott Wilson, the foremost translator into English of traditional Japanese texts on samurai culture, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the philosophy and techniques of swordsmanship.

Whether you are a martial arts practitioner, history buff, or simply seeking wisdom on how to navigate life's challenges with grace and courage, The Swordsman's Handbook is sure to inspire and inform.