This beautiful new hardback edition is a must for every Budo book collection.
Secrets of the Samurai is a 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. 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. An essential text for anyone with an interest in Japanese combat techniques, weaponary or military tradition. Written by Oscar Ratti & Adele Westbrook.