The first guide to using samurai self-discipline, focus and determination in order to find your unique inner power and be a success in your chosen field. This inspiring book offers historically authentic and highly effective mind- control and leadership techniques, as well as fun activities to bring a flavour of old Japan into your life.
Japonsko bývá považováno za uzavřenou zemi. Ale než se v roce 1635 Japonsko cizincům na více než dvě stě let oficiálně uzavřelo, vznikla celá řada unikátních a donedávna zcela neznámých svědectví západních cestovatelů. Autor Antony Cummins odkrývá japonskou historii za pomoci nově probádaných dokumentů z dob samurajů. Analyzuje i staré mýty a pověsti, čímž vzniká jedinečný vhled do mysli této unikátní země.
This is the world's only illustrated guide to the real ninja teachings of historic Japan. These original techniques are presented in a highly accessible 'how-to' format that combines easy-to-follow text with a fresh, contemporary design that includes step-by-step photographs.
Martial Arts researcher Antony Cummins reveals the hitherto hidden world of Viking hand-to-hand combat, which employed the sword, the spear, the axe and the shield. Based upon a careful analysis of the Viking sagas, the techniques described are recreated precisely, from knocking down a spear in mid-flight to the shield cleave. Illustrated with over 250 images, The Illustrated Guide to Viking Martial Arts in effect represents the earliest combat manual in the world. This insight into the warriors who were the scourge of Dark Age Europe is a feat of textual interpretation - and imagination.