The original purpose of iaido was to slay an opponent with one stroke of the sword upon unsheathing. 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, while an extensive glossary and bibliography are provided for further reference.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0834803003
ISBN-13
9780834803008
eBay Product ID (ePID)
789350
Product Key Features
Author
Nicklaus Suino
Language
English
Topic
Martial Arts & Self-Defense, Firearms & Weapons
Dimensions
Item Length
9.9in.
Item Height
0.8in.
Item Width
6.9in.
Item Weight
19.2 Oz
Additional Product Features
Book Title
Art of Japanese Swordsmanship : a Manual of Eishin-Ryu Iaido