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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.

Bushido: The Soul of the Samurai

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    A Paperback / softback by Inazo Nitobe, Sean Michael Wilson, Akiko Shimojima

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      Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc
      Publication Date: 30/08/2016
      ISBN13: 9781611802108, 978-1611802108
      ISBN10: 1611802105

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      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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