Hagakure: Selections - Yamamoto Tsunetomo

Hagakure: Selections

By Yamamoto Tsunetomo

  • Release Date: 2007-11-28
  • Genre: Philosophy
Score: 4
4
From 10 Ratings

Description

It is a collection of philosophical notes written by Yamamoto Tsunetomo that offers both instruction and insight to the way of the Samurai. The concepts explained are a unique blend of Zen and Confucianism that was prevalent during Edo Era. It consists of detailed description on Japanese culture. An informative read!

Reviews

  • War Poetry is brutal but fun

    4
    By Palefacescalper
    This book is a good read and a real glimpse into the life and rules of the samurai these passages area a way for the young person to absorb what the elder are saying without becoming to bored hence the beheadings and hero worship great imagery and poetry