Autumn Lightning: The Education of an American Samurai Contributor(s): Lowry, Dave (Author) |
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ISBN: 1570621152 ISBN-13: 9781570621154 Publisher: Shambhala
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: November 1995 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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Publisher Description: 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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