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by Reverend Kensho Furuya
A master swordsman, aikido teacher, renowned scholar and Harvard graduate, and an ordained Zen priest, Kensho Furuya brings over 35 years of experience together to open the mysterious doors of the East into the spiritual inner teachings of the martial arts. KODO Ancient Ways is many books in one; it is a book of Eastern philosophy, of the art of aikido, of the samurai sword and its ancient traditions, and of the warrior history and culture of Japan. It is a book of wisdom; it is a book for everyone. Fourty-one of the best articles of the popular Ancient Ways column in Martial Arts Training magazine are brought together for the first time. Along with nearly 150 illustrations and 40 never before published photos, Furuya has added much additional new commentary and notes to create an instant martial arts classic. A 6th dan in aikido from the Aikido World Headquarters and 6th dan kyoshi master instructor in iaido, Kensho Furuya is the resident chief instructor of the prestigious Aikido Center of Los Angeles, where he personally gives instruction daily. First rate all the way.
224 pages (ISBN 0-89750-16-5)
Stock # 1368
$16.95
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by Inazo Nitobe
Now illustrated with authentic black and white photographs, this reprint of the 1889 original is perhaps the most complete study of the Code of Bushido--the moral precepts that form the moral fiber of the samurai. Victorian scholar Nitobe searched European archives for original sources and translated much of the material for this book from original Japanese texts.
112 pgs. (ISBN 0-89750-031-8)
Stock # 8293
$9.95
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by Richard Kim
This rare book is an informal history of Okinawan karate and its growth, told through vignettes about its most famous practitioners. One of the most thoroughly researched histories of Okinawan karate, this book includes rare photographs of the earliest pioneers of Naha-te, the empty-hand style of self-defense. Kim, an expert in karate history, is a member of the Black Belt Hall of Fame (1986, Man of the Year).
112 pgs. (ISBN 0-89750-041-5 )
Stock #576
$12.95
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by George Parulski, Jr.
This book is a clear, updated account of the various schools of Oriental Philosophy, such as Taoism, Cunfucianism, Buddhism and Hinduism, which have influenced the ethics and morality of martial arts through the centuries. Parulski teaches Oriental Philosophy at St. John Fisher College. Illustrated with sumi-e brushwork by Carolyn Parulski.
192 pgs. (ISBN 0-89750-046-6)
Stock # OH320
$16.95
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translated by William Scott Wilson
This book is a selection of twelve kakun or yuikai (clan precepts and "last statements") from the heads of Japanese warrior houses to their descendants and clan elders. Translated from the original classical Chinese and Japanese, these writings illustrate the guiding principles and ethics of the samurai. Wilson holds a Master's degree in Japanese language and literature.
144 pgs. (ISBN 0-89750-081-4)
Stock # 589
$16.95
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translated by William Scott Wilson
This 17th-century text written for the education and guidance of Japanese warriors delineates the ethics, morality and daily duties of a class of people dedicated to honor and courage. Wilson holds a Master's degree in Japanese language and literature. Fully illustrated.
128 pgs. (ISBN 0-89750-096-2)
Stock # OH433
$13.95
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