The Book of Five Rings - Neko-Chan Incense

The Book of Five Rings

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The Book of Five Rings, Miyamoto Musashi in a new translation by Thomas Cleary, including Family Traditions on the Art of War by Yagyu Munenori. One of the most insightful texts on the subtle arts of confrontation and victory to emerge from Asian culture, the book analyzes the process of struggle and mastery over conflict underlying every level of human interaction. Perseverance, insight, self-understanding, inward calm even in the midst of chaos, the importance of swift but unhurried action: Musashi's teachings read like lessons from the latest business management gurus.