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The Art of Japanese Swordsmanship: A Manual of Eishin-Ryu Iaido
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Art of Japanese Swordsmanship: A Manual of Eishin-Ryu Iaido
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Nicklaus Suino
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:264 | Dimensions(mm): Height 254,Width 178 |
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Category/Genre | Oriental martial arts |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781590304839
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Classifications | Dewey:796.86 |
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Audience | |
Illustrations |
LINE DRAWINGS THROUGHOUT
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Shambhala Publications Inc
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Imprint |
Weatherhill Inc
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Publication Date |
8 July 2008 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
This manual of Eishin-Ryu or 'Pure Faith' iaido, teaches the most widely practiced sword style, and is illustrated with step-by-step drawings to help students, from beginners to advanced, hone their forms and techniques. Introductory chapters explain the history and evolution of the art, the Japanese sword and related equipment, and the etiquette and code of the samurai. An extensive glossary and bibliography are provided for further reference.
Author Biography
Nicklaus Suino is a sixth-degree black belt in Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu iaido. He is codirector of the iaido division and director of the judo division of the Shudokan Martial Arts Association, and is a regional director of the North American branch of the International Martial Arts Federation. He lives in Traverse City, Michigan, and teaches iaido and other martial arts at seminars throughout North America. Information on his seminars can be found at www.artofjapaneseswordsmanship.com.
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