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Real-life figure Miyamoto Musashi was the most celebrated samurai
of all time. The quintessential warrior-philosopher, Musashi
authored A Book of Five Rings, a classic treatise in the canon of
world philosophy and military strategy. But the path to
enlightenment is an endless journey, and to get there through
violent means - by way of the sword - makes mere survival an even
greater challenge. Miyamoto Musashi versus Sasaki Kojiro was
perhaps the greatest matchup in the history of the samurai warrior.
They follow different paths, but their lives intertwine heading
toward their epic duel. For now, Kojiro finds himself in a new
position as sword instructor to the powerful Hosokawa Clan in
Kokura. Meanwhile, Musashi continues his journey while he is still
coming to terms with accomplishing the impossible - singlehandedly
destroying the mighty Yoshioka School.
Real-life figure Miyamoto Musashi was the most celebrated samurai
of all time. The quintessential warrior-philosopher, Musashi
authored A Book of Five Rings, a classic treatise in the canon of
world philosophy and military strategy. But the path to
enlightenment is an endless journey, and to get there through
violent means - by way of the sword - makes mere survival an even
greater challenge. After single-handedly defeating seventy
bloodthirsty men from the Yoshioka clan, Musashi is at the greatest
crossroads of his life - will he head toward the light and live a
life among men, or will the allure of the darkness be too strong
for him to resist? A chance encounter with the ferocious master,
Ito Ittosai, may make the decision to live by the sword inevitable.
Historical tale of enlightenment by way of the sword - 3 volumes
collected in 1
R to L (Japanese Style). Historical tale of enlightenment by way of
the sword - 3 volumes collected in 1 The Distant Ocean In the
aftermath of the bloody Battle of Sekigahara, Sasaki Kojiro, the
man destined to be Musashi's opponent in the most famous duel in
Japanese history, finds himself alone amidst desperate refugees and
vicious hunters. Despite being pushed to his limits, Kojiro is far
from daunted by his peril and instead thrives with an almost
supernatural serenity. Driven by his macabre thirst for battle,
Kojiro is transformed into the ultimate swordsman.
Striving for enlightenment by way of the sword, Miyamoto Musashi is
prepared to cut down anyone who stands in his way. Vagabond is an
action-packed portrayal of the life and times of the quintessential
warrior-philosopher--the most celebrated samurai of all time
Enlightenment by Way of the Sword Real-life figure Miyamoto
Musashi was the most celebrated samurai of all time. The
quintessential warrior philosopher, Musashi authored A Book of Five
Rings, a theoretical guide to military strategy still used today.
But the path to enlightenment is an endless journey, and to get
there through violent means--by way of the sword--makes mere
survival an even greater challenge. Musashi sets out for Nara
intent on challenging the warrior monks of legendary Hozoin Temple.
But will Musashi's growing feelings for his childhood friend Otsu
prove to be a fatal distraction in his match against In'ei, the
austere master of Hozoin's deadly spear technique?
Takehiko Inoue's Vagabond is loosely based on the novel Musashi,
Eiji Yoshikawa's fictional account of the life of Miyamoto Musashi.
This classic samurai tale has been adapted into numerous television
series and films, including an Academy Award-winning movie. In his
own version, Inoue approaches the pinnacle of manga artistry with
richly detailed line art and a lyrical, fast-paced narrative. An
international bestseller, this must-read manga is now available in
a VIZBIG Edition: three of the original graphic novel releases
collected into one volume, featuring color artwork, updated text
and bonus content.
Historical tale of enlightenment by way of the sword - 3 volumes
collected in 1 R to L (Japanese Style). "Glimmering Waves" In a
remote seaside village, an abandoned infant is left to the care of
a reclusive old man who has all but renounced the ways of the
world. This helpless child is destined to become Sasaki Kojiro--the
legendary archrival of Miyamoto Musashi. Inoue's unique take on
this enigmatic figure sets up the foundation for his fictional
account of the most famous rivalry in Japanese history. Striving
for enlightenment by way of the sword, Miyamoto Musashi is prepared
to cut down anyone who stands in his way. "Vagabond" is an
action-packed portrayal of the life and times of the quintessential
warrior-philosopher--the most celebrated samurai of all time
Get It All--Get Big ; The 3-in-1 Edition
Reads R to L (Japanese Style), for M audiences. It's been one year
since Yoshioka Denshichirō granted Musashi a reprieve for a
rematch. Denshichirō may have been a better swordsman back then,
but with Musashi before him now, he realizes the truly incredible
strides his opponent has made in such a short period of time. By
sheer force of will, a reluctant Denshichirō moves forward into the
fight. And what will the deadly repercussions be for Musashi after
this duel that's all but already won?
Get It All--Get Big ; The 3-in-1 Edition
Reads R to L (Japanese Style). Get It All--Get Big ; The 3-in-1
Edition
ConfrontationMusashi has returned to Kyoto one year after he last
attempted to take on the mighty Yoshioka School, and the entire
city is abuzz anticipating the rematch to come. When the elder
disciples of the Yoshioka discover the unbelievable progress
Musashi has made along the way of the sword, they plot to defeat
him however they can--even if it means resorting to dishonorable
means.
Get It All--Get Big ; The 3-in-1 Edition
Reads R to L (Japanese Style), for M audiences. Musashi is at the
greatest crossroads of his life. After surviving his single-handed
battle against the seventy men of Yoshioka Clan, Musashi is left
with an injury that may lead to the end of his sword-fighting days.
Could this mean he will escape from the spiral of death and killing
that has been at the very center of his being for so long, or will
the way of the sword be too tempting for him to walk away from?
Striving for enlightenment by way of the sword, Miyamoto Musashi is
prepared to cut down anyone who stands in his way. Vagabond is an
action-packed portrayal of the life and times of the quintessential
warrior-philosopher--the most celebrated samurai of all time!
Shinmen Takezo is destined to become the legendary sword-saint,
Miyamoto Musashi--perhaps the most renowned samurai of all time.
For now, Takezo is a cold-hearted kiler, who will take on anyone in
mortal combat to make a name for himself. This is the journey of a
wild young brute who strives to reach enlightenment by way of the
sword--fighting on the edge of death.
R to L (Japanese Style)
Enlightenment by Way of the SwordReal-life figure Miyamoto Musashi
was the most celebrated samurai of all time. The quintessential
warrior philosopher, Musashi authored A Book of Five Rings, a
theoretical guide to military strategy still used today. But the
path to enlightenment is an endless journey, and to get there
through violent means--by way of the sword--makes mere survival an
even greater challenge.
One with Heaven and EarthMusashi suffers a humiliating defeat
against Inshun, the second-generation master of Hozoin Temple. To
prepare for a rematch, Musashi undertakes an intense spiritual and
physical training regimen with a most unlikely teacher--Inshun's
predecessor, the founder of the Hozoin Spear Technique. To attain
the focus necessary to take on the most technically proficient and
deadliest fighter he has ever faced, Musashi will first have to
confront his own deep-seated personal demons.
Historical tale of enlightenment by way of the sword - 3 volumes
collected in 1
Historical tale of enlightenment by way of the sword - 3 volumes
collected in 1
Reads R to L (Japanese Style).
Sasaki Kojiro is the man destined to become Miyamoto Musashi's
greatest rival and opponent in the most well-known duel in the
annals of Japanese history. As a deaf-mute young man coming of age
in a remote seaside village, Kojiro's innate ability with the sword
is compelling him to strive to become even better. This drive takes
him beyond the borders of his peaceful village into the violent and
chaotic world of feudal era Japan in the midst of a bloody war.
Striving for enlightenment by way of the sword, Miyamoto Musashi is
prepared to cut down anyone who stands in his way. "Vagabond" is an
action-packed portrayal of the life and times of the quintessential
warrior-philosopher--the most celebrated samurai of all time
R to L (Japanese Style). Infinite UniverseMusashi endeavors to take
on sword master Yagyu Sekishusai, a man recognized by many to be
the greatest swordsman of his time. Although Sekishusai is far past
his prime, Musashi still believes killing him will take him further
along the path. Little does he know that going against a man of
such depth and proportion means much more than just killing a
seemingly helpless old man in his sleep.
The Early 20th Century Resurgence of the Tibetan Buddhist World is
a cohesive collection of studies by Japanese, Russian and Central
Asian scholars deploying previously unexplored Russian, Mongolian,
and Tibetan sources concerning events and processes in the Central
Asian Buddhist world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Set
in the final days of the Qing Empire when the Russian and British
empires were expanding into Central Asia, this work examines the
interplay of religious, economic and political power among peoples
who acknowledged the religious authority of Tibet's Dalai Lama. It
focuses on diplomatic initiatives involving the 13th Dalai Lama .
and other Tibetan Buddhist hierarchs . during and after his exile
in Mongolia and China, as well as his relations with Mongols, and
with Buryat, Kalmyk, and other Russian Buddhists. It demonstrates
how these factors shaped historical processes in the region, not
least the reformulations of both group identity and political
consciousness.
"Vagabond" is an action-packed portrayal of the life and times of
the quintessential warrior-philosopher--the most celebrated samurai
of all time
"Vagabond" is an action-packed portrayal of the life and times of
the quintessential warrior-philosopher--the most celebrated samurai
of all time, Miyamoto Musashi
Ferocious and bursting with bloodlust, lto lttosai, the embodiment
of what Musashi used to uphold as the ideal warrior stands before
him taunting and goading him into a fight. What Musashi does not
know is the connection that lttosai has with Sasaki kojiro, the man
destined to become the greatest opponent Musashi will ever face.
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