ISBN: 9781623170875 - the lost samurai school: secrets of mubyoshi ryu (13 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This stunning English translation of a medieval Japanese text is an illustrated martial arts manual and a historical account of the teachings of a samurai grandmaster Available for the first time in English, this book explores the essential practices of the samurai school known as Mubyoshi Ryu. Complete with more than 350 images, The Lost Samurai Schoolcollects and translates ancient documents that contain the teachings of grandmaster Hagiwara Juzo-revealing for the first time to western readers the enthralling martial arts, secret weapons, magic, and espionage as they were practiced by samurai in their daily lives. The ancient Mubyoshi Ryu scrolls contain fascinating descriptions of "civilian" samurai skills-which concentrate more on personal protection than battlefield warfare-including thefull ninja curriculumandelementsof esoteric magic. Martial arts expert Antony Cummins contextualizes these translated documents by providing a history of the era and the school itself. The abundant illustrations form a useful martial arts manual, bringing to life the skills required to master everything from jujutsu and shuriken-jutsu (throwing blades) to swords, chain weapons, and the quarterstaff.The Lost Samurai Schoolis a journey into the past that will preserve such skills for future generations and will appeal to anyone interested in martial arts or Japanese history.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This stunning English translation of a medieval Japanese text is an illustrated martial arts manual and a historical account of the teachings of a samurai grandmaster Available for the first time in English, this book explores the essential practices of the samurai school known as Mubyoshi Ryu. Complete with more than 350 images, The Lost Samurai Schoolcollects and translates ancient documents that contain the teachings of grandmaster Hagiwara Juzo-revealing for the first time to western readers the enthralling martial arts, secret weapons, magic, and espionage as they were practiced by samurai in their daily lives. The ancient Mubyoshi Ryu scrolls contain fascinating descriptions of "civilian" samurai skills-which concentrate more on personal protection than battlefield warfare-including thefull ninja curriculumandelementsof esoteric magic. Martial arts expert Antony Cummins contextualizes these translated documents by providing a history of the era and the school itself. The abundant illustrations form a useful martial arts manual, bringing to life the skills required to master everything from jujutsu and shuriken-jutsu (throwing blades) to swords, chain weapons, and the quarterstaff.The Lost Samurai Schoolis a journey into the past that will preserve such skills for future generations and will appeal to anyone interested in martial arts or Japanese history.…

Condizione: very_good. Book is in very good condition. Clean with little to no signs of wear or markings highlights.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Fine. Illustrated. LIKE NEW!!! Has a red or black remainder mark on bottom/exterior edge of pages.

paperback. Condizione: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

Translation into English of teachings of the 17th-18th century school, including many photos of the martial arts stances, discussion of ritual magic, much as used in "civilian" life. 16 poems on philosophy of mind. -- Softcover, 366 pages. Condition: very good (corner bumped). ISBN 9781623170875.

Condizione: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 280 pages. 9.00x6.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This stunning English translation of a medieval Japanese text is an illustrated martial arts manual and a historical account of the teachings of a samurai grandmasterAvailable for the first time in English, this book explores the essential practices of the samurai school known as Mubyoshi Ryu. Complete with more than 350 images, The Lost Samurai Schoolcollects and translates ancient documents that contain the teachings of grandmaster Hagiwara Juzorevealing for the first time to western readers the enthralling martial arts, secret weapons, magic, and espionage as they were practiced by samurai in their daily lives.The ancient Mubyoshi Ryu scrolls contain fascinating descriptions of "civilian" samurai skillswhich concentrate more on personal protection than battlefield warfareincluding thefull ninja curriculumandelementsof esoteric magic. Martial arts expert Antony Cummins contextualizes these translated documents by providing a history of the era and the school itself. The abundant illustrations form a useful martial arts manual, bringing to life the skills required to master everything from jujutsu and shuriken-jutsu (throwing blades) to swords, chain weapons, and the quarterstaff.The Lost Samurai Schoolis a journey into the past that will preserve such skills for future generations and will appeal to anyone interested in martial arts or Japanese history.…

Condizione: New. Antony Cummins&#160holds an undergraduate degree in Ancient History &amp Archaeology and a master s degree in Neolithic Archaeology. In addition to working as a ninjutsu consultant for documentaries and other researchers, he has co-hosted televisio.

Paperback. Condizione: New.