The samurai sword has long been considered a symbol of the spirit of ancient Japan. It was the embodiment of the samurai code of honor, the expression of his iron discipline, unquestioning devotion to his master and mastery of the swordsmanship.
This specialist book is the first work in German that deals in detail with the topic: samurai sword. It is a complete guide that will answer all of our questions about the samurai sword.
His informative text deals with the origin and development of the sword, the historical background and the different designs of the sword. Not only the individual parts of the sword are described, but also the art of blade forging and the famous forging schools.
The author, John M.Yumoto, was one of the leading experts on Japanese edged weapons outside of Japan in his day. He now resides in California and is an active member of the Japanese Society for the Preservation of the Samurai Sword.
Properties:
Publisher: Ordonnanz Verlag Wiesbaden
Language: German
Hardcover: 190 pages
With numerous illustrations in black and white
ISBN 3-931 425-00-2
