Secrets of the Samurai

The Martial Arts of Feudal Japan

Oscar Ratti, Adele Westbrook

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English

Tuttle
09 August 2016

History; Oriental martial arts

Secrets of the Samurai is the definitive study of the martial arts of feudal Japan, explaining in detail the weapons, techniques, strategies, and principles of combat that made the Japanese warrior a formidable foe. Beginning with a panoramic survey of the tumultuous early struggles of warlords contending for political ascendancy, the work outlines the relentless progression of the military class toward absolute power. In addition to illustrating actual methods of combat, the authors discuss in detail the crucial training necessary to develop a warrior's inner power and to concentrate all his energies into a single force. Secrets of the Samurai is an essential text for anyone with an interest in Japanese combat techniques, weaponry, or military history. This edition also contains a new foreword by Adele Westbrook and numerous previously unpublished illustrations by Oscar Ratti.

By: Oscar Ratti, Adele Westbrook
Imprint: Tuttle
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 191mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 1.134kg
ISBN: 9784805314050
ISBN 10: 4805314052
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 09 August 2016
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Oscar Ratti received his degree in classical studies and law from the University of Naples. He later came to the United States and began to study aikido with Yasuo Ohara, one of the first instructors to teach in New York. He and Adele Westbrook shared a longtime interest in the thought and rituals of ancient civilizations and were experts on Japanese warrior arts and ethos. Adele Westbrook studied philosophy at Columbia University at the same time co-author Oscar Ratti was doing graduate work in the classical languages. They began to practice aikido together, and studied under a variety of instructors in the United States and Europe. They are the authors of the best-selling Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere.

Reviews for Secrets of the Samurai: The Martial Arts of Feudal Japan

Secrets is definitely a worthwhile read. --Analytic Martial Arts blog Highly recommended. --Library Journal The only work of its kind. --The San Diego Union This books has a lot going for it. Primarily, the vast amount of information presented in the book is staggering. If you want to read up on Samurai and their impact on Japanese martial arts, or are interested in the history of Japanese martial arts, this book is THE place to start. --Martial Thoughts