The Art of Strategy: Miyamoto Musashi's Five Rings

A manual on sword-fighting techniques, The Five Rings (c.1645) was written by the legendary swordsman Musashi Miyamoto. More than just a guide to sword-fighting, its Zen philosophy provides tactics and strategies that are as relevant to personal success today as they were to 17th-century samurai. The essential roles of harmony and self-mastery in our lives are emphasized throughout the book, making it a timeless piece for all ages.

There have been many translations of The Five Rings, but David K. Groff's translation stands out due to his extensive background as a long-time resident of Japan, native-level fluency in Japanese, and accomplished martial arts study. His unique qualifications make him the perfect candidate to accurately translate Musashi Miamoto's message, which offers engaging teachings for those involved in martial arts, military strategy, corporate hierarchy, and personal development in a straightforward and unpretentious manner.

In addition to The Five Rings, this beautiful volume also includes two additional short texts by Miyamoto: Thirty-Five Articles on Strategy and The Path Walked Alone.

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