Flashing Steel, 2nd edition: Mastering Eishin-Ryu Swordsmanship
by Masayuki Shimabukuro, Leonard Pellman
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Author: Leonard Pellman, Masayuki ShimabukuroEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2008-01-15
ISBN: 1583941975
Number of pages: 352
Publisher: Blue Snake Books
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Book Review: fascinating book for all martial arts enthusiasts
Summary: 5 Stars
I am no expert whatsoever in Iaido, although I have taken classes in it as part of my training in Aikido; in my school of Aikido, Iaido is integrated with the Aikido.
The first 60 pages of the book covers the philosophy and ideology behind this martial style, at the time I did not know much of samurai ideology, which is very different from Aikido's, so it was very fascinating to read about it.
The rest of the book describes techniques of Eishin-Ryuu with text and pictures.
I wouldn't refer to it as an complete instructional book, you really need a teacher for learning any traditional martial art.
That said, if you already know some Iaido beforehand you could learn from this book, assuming you have the gear.
You will gain the most from this book if you actually take classes, or have taken classes, in Iaido...because sword training really should be experienced to feel the joy and mental depth of it, not just read about.
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