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Autumn Lightning: The Education of an American Samurai
Contributor(s): Lowry, Dave (Author)

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ISBN: 1570621152     ISBN-13: 9781570621154
Publisher: Shambhala
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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: November 1995
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Annotation: Blending autobiography and history, Lowry offers an engaging portrait of the medieval Japanese samurai tradition and its survival in modern America. "A well-written, refreshing change from the standard martial arts fare".--Library Journal. 3 drawings. 3 halftone photos.
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BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Sports
- Sports & Recreation | Martial Arts & Self-defense
Dewey: B
LCCN: 84023562
Physical Information: 0.62" H x 5.97" W x 8.99" L (0.68 lbs) 208 pages
Features: Glossary, Illustrated, Price on Product, Table of Contents
 
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Dave Lowry juxtaposes his singular experience as an adept student of kenjutsu (the art of swordsmanship) under a Japanese teacher in St. Louis with a riveting account of the samurai tradition in Japan. Intertwining tales of the masters with reflections on his own apprenticeship in the samurai's arts, he reveals in their time-honored methods a way of life with profound relevance to modern times. The result is a fascinating, singular autobiography. Lowry captures the sense of wonder and mystery that makes martial arts compelling to so many practitioners. Even those who do not practice martial arts will delight in this unusual coming-of-age story.
 
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