THE SAMURAI SWORD + DVD

Includes instructional DVD. Japan's famous samurai warriors were more than just soldiers - they were adherents to a strict code of honor who respected the deeper, spiritual meaning of the way of the sword. To the samurai, battle was sacred. The Samurai Sword is an indispensable guide to theory and practice that respects both the physical and spiritual aspects of martial arts practice with the samurai sword. Featuring not only guidance for selecting, maintaining and using your sword, it delves into the practical value of meditation and provides brief, inspirational biographies of some of the greatest samurais, men whose words and deeds embodied the true spirit of the samurai warrior. Written by a descendant of samurai warriors, The Samurai Sword provides both a strong, hands-on foundation for beginners to the samurai sword and advice for the practiced swordsperson.