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The Real Musashi: The Bukoden (Origins Of A Legend Ii)
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Miyamoto Musashi (C. 15841645) Is The Most Revered And Celebrated Swordsman In Japanese History; Unfortunately, Our Modern Portrait Of This Folk Hero Is Derived Mainly From Popular Books, Comics, And Film, With Little Heed Paid To The Early Records By Men Who Knew Musashi, Practiced With Musashi, And Went Into Battle With Musashi. This Groundbreaking Threepart Series Returns To These Earliest Of Records To Unravel The Legend And Thereby Recapture The Real Character Of This Enigmatic Medieval Swordsman.Part Ii, The Bukoden, Is One Of The Earliest Such Records Still In Existence. It Was Completed In 1755 By Toyoda Masanaga, Senior Retainer To The Nagaoka, A Clan Closely Involved In The Events Of Musashi'S Later Life. The Bukoden Throws A New And Refreshing Light On Many Aspects Of Especially Musashi'S Later Lifehis Adoption Of Iori, His Return To Kyushu In 1634, And Of Course The Gestation Of His Great Work On The Philosophy And Art Of Japanese Swordsmanship, The Book Of Five Rings. Now, For The First Time In Twoandahalf Centuries, Masanaga'S Insight Into This Enigmatic And Solitary Swordsman Is Available To The English Reader..
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- Q: What are the dimensions of 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: The book measures six point twelve inches in length, zero point thirty-five inches in width, and nine point fifteen inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden' have? A: The book contains one hundred forty-four pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: The author of this book is William Lange.
- Q: What category does 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden' belong to? A: This book falls under the category of China.
- Q: How do I read 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: You can read this book as you would any standard paperback, simply by opening it and reading from front to back.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Japanese history? A: Yes, it is suitable for beginners, as it presents the life of Miyamoto Musashi in an accessible format.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: The book explores themes of legend, swordsmanship, and the historical context of Miyamoto Musashi's life.
- Q: What age group is 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden' appropriate for? A: This book is suitable for adults and older teens interested in historical figures.
- Q: How should I store 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
- Q: Can I clean the pages of 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: No, it is not recommended to clean the pages as this may damage the book.
- Q: What is the publisher of 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: The publisher of this book is Floating World Editions.
- Q: What if 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden' arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange.
- Q: Is there a warranty for 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden'? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty, but check with the seller for specific policies.
- Q: How does 'The Real Musashi: The Bukoden' compare to other books about Musashi? A: This book provides unique insights based on early records, differentiating it from other contemporary works.
- Q: Are there other titles in the series related to Musashi? A: Yes, this book is part two of a three-part series on the life of Miyamoto Musashi.