Title: Hagakure Pdf The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai
Author: Yamamoto Tsunetomo
Published Date: 2014-05-27
Page: 288
"[A] strong point is a scholarly and succinct introduction that grounds the work in historical and social context, equipping the reader with a cultural map of Yamamoto's world. Footnotes provide valuable background and add resonance throughout, keeping names and familial relations straight, highlighting pertinent cross-references and generally rendering the work accessible to contemporary readers." —The Japan Times"Alex Bennett has produced the first truly authoritative translation and analysis of Hagakure—perhaps the most famous text ever written about samurai honor—to appear in any Western language. Simultaneously erudite and accessible, this volume belongs on the bookshelves of anyone—scholar or hobbyist alike—interested in samurai culture, or modern perceptions thereof." —Dr. Karl F. Friday, author of Samurai, Warfare and the State in Early Medieval Japan and Japan Emerging: Premodern History to 1850"[Alex Bennett] is the very best writer on martial arts alive today and [his] work needs to be showcased to the general public." —Don Warrener, President, Budo International"…the most impressive part of the book for us was Bennett's introductory chapter…It puts the Hagakure into its proper historical and social setting as well as examining 'bushido' […] with a critical eye and a look at how Jocho's life experiences and psychology is reflected in the work—and does so elegantly and brilliantly. This translation is well worth picking up just on the strength of this chapter." —TheShogunsHouse.com blog"Dr. Bennett possesses a profound knowledge of, and deep insight into, the world of Japanese bushido. This expertise has been enhanced by his extensive practical experience of the traditional martial arts of Japan, and his proficiency in this domain is highly acclaimed." —Tetsuo Yamaori, former Director of the International Research Center for Japanese Studies Alexander Bennett holds doctorates from the University of Canterbury and Kyoto University. He has worked for the International Research Center for Japanese Studies and is currently Associate Professor at Kansai University's Department of International Affairs. He frequently lectures on Japanese martial culture and is Vice President of the International Naginata Federation and a committee member of the All Japan Kendo Federation, as well as director of the Japanese Academy of Budo. He is also the head coach of New Zealand Kendo. His recent publications include Naginata: the Definitive Guide, Budo Perspectives, The History and Spirit of Budo and The Bushido That Japanese Don't Know (in Japanese).
The Hagakure is one of the most influential of all Japanese texts—written nearly 300 years ago by Yamamoto Tsunetomo to summarize the very essence of the Japanese Samurai bushido ("warrior") spirit. Its influence has been felt throughout the world, and yet its existence is scarcely known to many Westerners. This is the first translation to include the complete first two books of the Hagakure and the most reliable and authentic passages contained within the third book; all other English translations published previously have been fragmentary and incomplete.
Alex Bennett's wholly new and highly readable translation of this essential work includes extensive footnotes that serve to fill in many cultural and historical gaps in the previous translations. This unique combination of readability and scholarship gives Hagakure: The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai a distinct advantage over all previous English editions.
The best translation of this work available. Dr. Bennett brings to this work a unique set of qualifications. There are quite a few translations by people who are fluent in Japanese but not so aware of kendo and the history of Japanese martial arts. There are also quite a few translations by people who are highly knowledgeable of kendo and the history of Japanese martial arts. Dr. Bennett, is not only a scholar of the history of Japanese martial arts but comes with a very deep knowledge of the Japanese language based on long years of living in Japan.I'm glad to be one of the first people to own this book and, after my first run through I'm looking forward to a deeper reading of the book.Best translation of Hagakure I've read so far Dr. Alex Bennett's translation of Hagakure is the first version I've come across which manages to both capture the historical context of Yamamoto Tsunetomo's writings and view it through modern perspective. The world described by Tsunetomo can often seem very alien and the underlying meaning of many passages is not obvious to the modern reader. Dr. Bennetts extensive knowledge of Japanese culture and Budo history provides the necessary historical and cultural context required to understand the mindset of a 18th century samurai. This version have made several passages which previously were incomprehensible to me as clear as day and made me re-evaluate my opinions of Hagakure. A must read for anyone who has an interest in the samurai culture and the Tokugawa-era.Deep little book, great for phone reading This seems like THE version to get. Lots of footnotes, great introduction and other little extras made it a nice buy. It's also a convenient book for your phone too, as each vignette is no more than a paragraph or two -- two pages at most. Therefore, it's a nice book to quickly read bits and pieces and put away for a little contemplation, instead of staring at the screen for far too long like a typical chapter of an ebook. (Which gets old.)In terms of the book itself, it was different than I expected. I'd known about the book for sometime, yet never pored through it. As a longtime martial artist, I felt some kind of calling to read it, as I'm sure many others have as well. Plus, I've always had a fascination with samurai and feudal Japan. But enough about me.I found the book simple yet deep. It's full of many accounts and stories which teach how a samurai should act (and sometimes should NOT act) as well slightly cryptic tales, of which one decides their own interpretation of. It can be a little repetitious, but perhaps that's one hidden tool behind it.At times, I couldn't help but feel that I was reading the book somewhat out of context. Although, footnotes are provided, I can't say for certain whether the book can be taken in the utmost literal sense. However, there is surely wisdom to gain from each book, which can certainly benefit a modern-day individual. It's up to you to decide what to take away from it, I suppose.Not a bad book, but you'll have to put in a little work with this one in order to get results. If anything, your understanding of samurai way of life will be enhanced. I think, anyway ...
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