Zen and the Samurai Sword
japanese warrior techniques for agility, clarity and calm
$33.36
- Paperback
192 pages
- Release Date
11 May 2026
Summary
Sharpen Your Mind: Zen Wisdom for the Modern Samurai
Blending Japanese Samurai wisdom with ancient Zen practices, this book will take you on a metaphysical journey to becoming a swordsman. Sharpen the mind, hone the senses and control the body to achieve clarity, drive and peace.
Structured according to ancient lessons, this guide will explore the principles of Zen and its effects on the mind, as well as the philosophy of the Samurai, their weapons and their principles, with…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781786789686 |
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| ISBN-10: | 178678968X |
| Author: | Antony Cummins |
| Publisher: | Watkins Media Limited |
| Imprint: | Watkins Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 192 |
| Release Date: | 11 May 2026 |
| Weight: | 369g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 135mm |
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Critics Review
“an insightful analysis of the synergies between the training methods of Zen Buddhist meditation […] and the advanced techniques used […] by Japanese samurai.”– Steven Heine, author and Professor of Religious Studies and History at Florida International University
About The Author
Antony Cummins
Antony Cummins is the founder of the Historical Ninjutsu Research Team, which has previously published The Book of Ninja and The Book of Samurai. Antony also works as a consultant and co-presenter on high-end documentaries on Japan that are distributed by National Geographic, and is the Official Tourism Ambassador for Wakayama. He has been recognised by peers as a leading expert in the discovery of military arts of medieval Japan. His most recent book was How to be a Modern Samurai.
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