The Sword of No-Sword

Download or read book The Sword of No-Sword written by John Stevens and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2001-08-28 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master swordsman, calligrapher, and Zen practitioner, Yamoaka Tesshu is a seminal figure in martial arts history. John Stevens's biography is a fascinating, detailed account of Tesshu's remarkable life. From Tesshu's superhuman feats of endurance and keen perception in life-threatening situations, to his skillful handling of military affairs during the politically volatile era of early nineteenth-century Japan, Stevens recounts the stories that have made Tesshu a legend. This is the book all martial artists must own.