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"This is an accessible and comprehensive 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 and a discipline that produces perseverance, alertness, concentration and introspection. It is very closely linked to Zen - its adepts traditionally also train in Zen meditation and numerous Zen masters have been adept at the art of kendo. The book includes the history of the art, the basic equipment used, a glossary of terms and instructions for all the basic forms."

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9781590300145

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An informed and informative guide . . . an excellent introduction and resource to the physical and spiritual depth of this challenging martial art. The Midwest Book Review

" An informed and informative guide . . . an excellent introduction and resource to the physical and spiritual depth of this challenging martial art." — The Midwest Book Review

An informed and informative guide . . . an excellent introduction and resource to the physical and spiritual depth of this challenging martial art. - The Midwest Book Review An informed and informative guide . . . an excellent introduction and resource to the physical and spiritual depth of this challenging martial art. - The Midwest Book Review An informed and informative guide . . . an excellent introduction and resource to the physical and spiritual depth of this challenging martial art. -- The Midwest Book Review

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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.

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