The Fighting Man of Japan : The Training and Exercises of the Samurai

The Fighting Man of Japan : The Training and Exercises of the Samurai

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Based on the experiences of an Englishman who served as an instructor at Japan's leading military colleges, this volume provides a rare insider's view of the making of the Japanese warrior. Starting with an introduction to Japanese military history, author F. J. Norman reviews the education of the nation's military and naval officers during the late-19th century. He describes in detail the arts of kenjutsu (classical Japanese fencing), sumo wrestling, and jujutsu. Norman's explanations are enhanced by 32 photographs and drawings that capture the spirit of martial arts training in addition to illustrating its practices.

The Fighting Man of Japan: The Training and Exercises of the Samurai (Dover Books on History, Political and Social Science),F. J. Norman,Dover Publications,0486448088,Americana,Antiques & Collectibles,Antiques/Collectibles,Martial Arts & Self-Defense,Sports & Recreation,Antiques & Collectibles / Americana

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