{"product_id":"9788417419745","title":"THE BOOK OF FIVE RINGS (paperback)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE BOOK OF FIVE RINGS (pocket edition)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pocket edition of \"The Book of Five Rings\" presents the masterpiece of the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi, translated directly from Japanese and in its complete version. Written in the 16th century as a manual for his disciples, the text transcends martial technique to become a treatise on practical philosophy. The reader will find the spiritual, ethical, and psychological keys to the Way of the Warrior, a path of self-knowledge and personal growth that remains relevant centuries later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiyamoto Musashi, considered Japan's most famous samurai, composed this work as a legacy of his martial wisdom. The book is structured into five chapters that symbolize the elements of Japanese cosmology: Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Void.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn each of them, Musashi unveils the strategic and philosophical principles that governed his art of swordsmanship. From physical posture to reading an opponent's intention, to managing timing in combat, the author clearly lays out the rules of his school. However, the true purpose of the work is to guide the practitioner beyond technique toward an understanding of the Void, the state of consciousness where action flows without thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFar from being a simple manual on swordsmanship, the text addresses mental discipline, strategy in life, and the pursuit of excellence—principles that have resonated with business leaders, artists, and spiritual seekers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSamurai philosophy and the bushido code: ethical and spiritual principles of the Japanese warrior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMartial strategy and the art of war: combat tactics, positioning, and reading the opponent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-knowledge and personal growth: the warrior's path as a journey of inner development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe concept of Void (mu): a state of consciousness without attachment, where action is pure and spontaneous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMental discipline and leadership: emotional control, decision-making, and conflict management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in Eastern philosophy and classical Japanese thought. It will also be of great value to martial arts practitioners who wish to understand the spiritual roots of their discipline, as well as professionals in leadership, business strategy, or personal development who are looking for timeless principles applicable to their field. The pocket format makes it especially accessible for those who wish to carry this reference work with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDirect access to the original teachings of one of the greatest samurai masters, in a faithful translation from the Japanese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA practical philosophical framework for facing challenges, both in combat and in daily life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTools to develop concentration, mental discipline, and the ability to make decisions under pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective on the relationship between technique, strategy, and spirituality in the Japanese tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complete and portable edition that allows for reflective and recurring reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Miyamoto, Musashi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Satori Ediciones C.B.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: Non-Western philosophy, Eastern and Indian philosophy, Mind, body, and spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Satori Essentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: June 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 128\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 110 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition of \"The Book of Five Rings\" stands out for offering, for the first time in Spanish, a complete and direct translation from the Japanese, which guarantees fidelity to Musashi's original thought. Its pocket format makes it a practical option for those looking for a classic reference work. The book remains relevant as a text of practical philosophy, useful both for scholars of Japanese culture and for readers in search of principles of leadership and self-knowledge. It is a highly recommended acquisition for any library interested in Eastern thought.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SATORI EDICIONES C.B.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407452954971,"sku":"9788417419745","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841741974.jpg?v=1781856303","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417419745","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}