The Book of Five Rings
Written by Miyamoto Musashi
Narrated by Christopher Preece
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About this audiobook
Offering a fascinating and enlightening glimpse into the life and wisdom of Japanese swordsman and duellist Miyamoto Musashi, this classic book explores Buddhist spirituality and philosophy through the lens of historical Japanese sword fighting.
With a rich blend of anecdotes, metaphors, and symbolism, this thought-provoking duelling manual offers profound lessons designed to help readers practice strategy and gain a deeper level of self-understanding through essential swordsmanship lessons.
Divided into five enlightening volumes, each covering a different aspect of finding the Way through swordsmanship, inside you’ll discover how to mould your spirit like water, kindle yourself with fire, and find the true Way of strategy through the power of Void.
Perfect for fans of early Japanese history and Buddhist philosophy, or for anyone who wants to apply ancient strategy advice to modern-day problems and challenges, The Book of Five Rings is a timeless manual that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.
Grab your copy now to discover the lessons of Miyamoto Musashi today.Miyamoto Musashi
Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645) was a renowned samurai warrior who, from age 13 to 30, fought and won over sixty duels. Between the ages of 30 and 50 he became known as a skilled craftsman and sculptor, as well as a calligrapher and a prolific painter. It was during this time that he formulated the ideas that later became A Book of Five Rings.
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