The Sword of No-Sword

Life of the Master Warrior Tesshu

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Eastern Religions, Zen Buddhism, Sports, Martial Arts & Self Defence, Biography & Memoir
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Author: John Stevens ISBN: 9780834828292
Publisher: Shambhala Publication: August 28, 2001
Imprint: Shambhala Language: English
Author: John Stevens
ISBN: 9780834828292
Publisher: Shambhala
Publication: August 28, 2001
Imprint: Shambhala
Language: English

Master swordsman, calligrapher, and Zen practitioner, Yamoaka Tesshu is a seminal figure in martial arts history. John Stevens's biography is a fascinating, detailed account of Tesshu's remarkable life. From Tesshu's superhuman feats of endurance and keen perception in life-threatening situations, to his skillful handling of military affairs during the politically volatile era of early nineteenth-century Japan, Stevens recounts the stories that have made Tesshu a legend. This is the book all martial artists must own.

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Master swordsman, calligrapher, and Zen practitioner, Yamoaka Tesshu is a seminal figure in martial arts history. John Stevens's biography is a fascinating, detailed account of Tesshu's remarkable life. From Tesshu's superhuman feats of endurance and keen perception in life-threatening situations, to his skillful handling of military affairs during the politically volatile era of early nineteenth-century Japan, Stevens recounts the stories that have made Tesshu a legend. This is the book all martial artists must own.

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