The Heart of Kendo: A Comprehensive Introduction to the Philosophy and Practice of the Art of the Sword

Darrell Max Craig.

ISBN 10: 1570624070 / ISBN 13: 9781570624070

Published by Shambhala Publications/Boston, 1999

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220+ pp. Book/dust jacket condition: Fine/NF. 1st/First Edition, 1st/First Printing. Beautifully and helpfully illustrated in b/w throughout. All orders are processed and shipped from MI or WI, USA. Seller Inventory # 004562

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Heart of Kendo: A Comprehensive ...

Publisher: Shambhala Publications/Boston

Publication Date: 1999

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine

Edition: 1st Edition

About this title

Synopsis:

     Here is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to Kendo, the Japanese "way of the sword," the ancient martial art that originated in the Japanese samurai tradition. Kendo is a way of life shaped by the discipline that produces perseverance, alertness, concentration, and introspection. It is very closely tied to Zen: it adepts traditionally also train in Zen meditation, and numerous Zen masters have been adept at the art of Kendo. Kendo's principles of ethics and mindful action have had a formative effect on the other Japanese martial arts practiced in America, such as Aikido.
     
     This book includes the history of the art of the sword, the basic equipment used, a glossary of terms, and instructions for all the basic forms – illustrated with more than 230 line drawings.

About the Author:

Darrell Max Craig has black belts in ten different martial arts. In 1973 he was awarded the title of Shihan or master teacher—the equivalent of a knighthood in Japan and an honor rarely bestowed upon foreigners.