Learn the Samurai Code •Only samurai were permitted to wear two swords. •Only sons of the samurai could become samurai. •Suicide was the acceptable solution when honor had been lost. •Looking inside another warrior’s helmet was a grave insult. •Under bushido (the samurai code), samurai pledged justice, courage, benevolence, politenesss, honesty, honor, and loyalty. From history to philosophy to daily lifestyle, find out what made the samurai the fearsome warriors whose legacy survives today. Honor, loyalty, and self-sacrifice defined the life of the samurai, fierce warriors who controlled Japan for more than seven centuries. This book explores the history of these dedicated fighters from their roots as soldiers of the imperial court to their eventual rise to power greater than that of the emperor. Illustrated with B&W era drawings and art.

Bringing together both practical experience and innovative research, 'Craft of the Wise' communicates a balance of accepted Craft methods together with a wealth of information relating to the origins, beliefs and tools of this ancient Craft.

Includes articles of worldwide anthropological interest.

Warriors of Old Japan is a book on Japanese culture and history that is so picturesque and detailed one feels as though they are actually in Japan. Contents: "I. Hachiro Tametomo, the Archer, II. Gen Sanmi Yorimasa, the Knight, III. The Story of Yoshitsune, IV. The Story of Benkei, V. The Goblin of Oyeyama, VI. Kidomaru the Robber, Raiko the Brave, and the Goblin Spider, VII. The Story of the Pots of Plum, Cherry, and Pine, VIII. Shiragiku, or White Chrysanthemum, IX. The Princess of the Bowl, X. The Story of Lazy Taro..."