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Separate myth from history in this definitive study of the ninja and the true art of ninjutsu.
Based on more than a decade of research and translation of authentic Japanese texts, including many published in English for the first time, this comprehensive study explores the origins, history, philosophy and martial traditions of the ninja. Drawing on historical chronicles, scrolls and original sources, it presents one of the most authoritative accounts of ninjutsu available in English.
For those who train in ninjutsu, for other martial art practitioners, for historians, and for anyone with an interest in Japanese feudal history or Japanese martial arts, The Ninja: The Secret History of Ninjutsu shines a light on this enigmatic subject.
Based on more than a decade of research and translation of authentic Japanese texts, including many published in English for the first time, this comprehensive study explores the origins, history, philosophy and martial traditions of the ninja. Drawing on historical chronicles, scrolls and original sources, it presents one of the most authoritative accounts of ninjutsu available in English.
For those who train in ninjutsu, for other martial art practitioners, for historians, and for anyone with an interest in Japanese feudal history or Japanese martial arts, The Ninja: The Secret History of Ninjutsu shines a light on this enigmatic subject.
Price: $34.99
Pages: 208
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Publication Date:
09 August 2016
Trim Size: 10.00 X 7.50 in
ISBN: 9784805314043
Format: Paperback
"Dr. Zoughari's visionary work connects old ways with the new, breathing life and new meaning into an often controversial subject in a way that benefits all who will read these pages." --Shihan Christopher Davy, from his Foreword
"His translation of Takamatsu's autobiography, albeit short, was powerful to me...The art shown in the book is beautiful and adds context to the text." --MartialArtsPlanet.com blog
"This insightful book is filled with obscure and documented details about Ninjutsu, as well as Dr. Zoughari's thoughts and fascinating analysis on the subject. The later chapters, of the secrets texts of Ninjutsu were fascinating. For me, understanding how these warriors fit into the Japanese warfare model was an enlightening read. This book is for both history and martial arts lovers alike." --Zohar Laor, Man of la Book blog
"His translation of Takamatsu's autobiography, albeit short, was powerful to me...The art shown in the book is beautiful and adds context to the text." --MartialArtsPlanet.com blog
"This insightful book is filled with obscure and documented details about Ninjutsu, as well as Dr. Zoughari's thoughts and fascinating analysis on the subject. The later chapters, of the secrets texts of Ninjutsu were fascinating. For me, understanding how these warriors fit into the Japanese warfare model was an enlightening read. This book is for both history and martial arts lovers alike." --Zohar Laor, Man of la Book blog
Kacem Zoughari is a researcher on Japanese studies and holds a Ph.D. in the history of Japanese classical martial arts. Zoughari is an internationally recognized authority on the Japanese martial arts and is also a licensed instructor of Ninjutsu. He conducts seminars in the United States, Canada and Europe.
Shihan Christopher Davy holds a tenth-degree black belt under Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi Soke of Japan. He has been training in the martial arts for over 30 years.
Shihan Christopher Davy holds a tenth-degree black belt under Dr. Masaaki Hatsumi Soke of Japan. He has been training in the martial arts for over 30 years.