Japanese Sword wood the world's leading authority on

the world's leading authority on the samurai

Samurai  The world of the warrior Stephen Turnbull

this revised edition of the classic reference outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword

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Japanese Sword wood the world's leading authority onThe Samurai Sword has long been considered the symbol of the spirit of old Japan. It has been said to be the embodiment of the samurai's code, the expression of his steel discipline, unswerving devotion, and peerless skill. It is, in addition, one of the most outstanding examples of Japan's tradition of highly skilled craftsmanship. The product of the tireless efforts of hereditary artisans, whose sole purpose in life was the achievement of perfection