Katana

2011-01-01 History

Author : Stephen Turnbull
Release : 2011-01-01
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 583/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Katana written by Stephen Turnbull. This book was released on 2011-01-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Samurai sword of Japan is probably the finest edged weapon ever made. This volume by leading Samurai expert Stephen Turnbull reveals the story of how and why it achieved this distinction. Particular attention is paid to the development of the familiar curved blade from the original straight blades, the associated development of Japan's famous steel-making techniques and the challenges from contemporary warfare. Together with the technical details of forging, polishing, mounting and testing; this volume is brought to life with details of the great swordmakers themselves. Moreover, no history of the sword would be complete without a detailed examination of its use in combat, from the greatest Samurai armies to individual duels and revenge killings. Personal accounts allow the reader to discover the art of Japanese swordsmanship in the hands of masters such as Miyamoto Musashi to the unnamed Japanese warrior defending his family's honour. This lively text is perfectly complemented by artwork reconstructions of the sword in use and colour photographs of the swords in use.

Katana

2012-03-08 Young Adult Fiction

Author : Cole Gibsen
Release : 2012-03-08
Genre : Young Adult Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 672/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Katana written by Cole Gibsen. This book was released on 2012-03-08. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rileigh Martin can’t explain her new incredible fighting skills. Turns out she’s harboring the spirit of an ancient samurai warrior. Attacked by ninjas, Rileigh has no choice but to master the katana, a deadly Japanese sword. But she would rather be breaking hearts than breaking bones—and she’s falling fast for a handsome martial arts instructor.

The Japanese Art of the Cocktail

2021 Cooking

Author : Masahiro Urushido
Release : 2021
Genre : Cooking
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 024/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book The Japanese Art of the Cocktail written by Masahiro Urushido. This book was released on 2021. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first cocktail book from the award-winning mixologist Masahiro Urushido of Katana Kitten in New York City, on the craft of Japanese cocktail making Katana Kitten, one of the world's most prominent and acclaimed Japanese cocktail bars, was opened in 2018 by highly-respected and award-winning mixologist Masahiro Urushido. Just one year later, the bar won 2019 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award for Best New American Cocktail Bar. Before Katana Kitten, Urushido honed his craft over several years behind the bar of award-winning eatery Saxon+Parole. In The Japanese Art of the Cocktail, Urushido shares his immense knowledge of Japanese cocktails with eighty recipes that best exemplify Japan's contribution to the cocktail scene, both from his own bar and from Japanese mixologists worldwide. Urushido delves into what exactly constitutes the Japanese approach to cocktails, and demystifies the techniques that have been handed down over generations, all captured in stunning photography.

Senshi

2013-03-08 Young Adult Fiction

Author : Cole Gibsen
Release : 2013-03-08
Genre : Young Adult Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 261/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Senshi written by Cole Gibsen. This book was released on 2013-03-08. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After learning she is a reincarnated samurai and nearly getting killed (several times), Rileigh Martin decides to put her warrior life on hold to focus on her senior year of high school. But when evil ninja assailants nearly kill Rileigh and kidnap her best friend, she must choose between saving the world and saving him.

Art of the Japanese Sword

2012-09-10 Antiques & Collectibles

Author : Yoshindo Yoshihara
Release : 2012-09-10
Genre : Antiques & Collectibles
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 965/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Art of the Japanese Sword written by Yoshindo Yoshihara. This book was released on 2012-09-10. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Art of the Japanese Sword, master swordsmith Yoshindo Yoshihara offers a detailed look at the entire process of Japanese sword making, including the finishing and appreciation of Japanese blades. Japanese sword art stands out in many ways: functionality as a weapon, sophisticated metallurgy and metalsmithing, the shape of the blade itself--all contribute to the beauty of these remarkable weapons. The Art of the Japanese Sword conveys to the reader Japanese samurai sword history and Japanese sword care, as well as explaining how to view and appreciate a blade. With 256 full-color pages, this sword book illustrates in meticulous detail how modern craftsmen use traditional methods to prepare their steel, forge the sword and create the unique hardened edge. By gaining a good understanding of how a sword is actually made, the reader will be able to appreciate the samurai sword more fully. Topics include: Appreciating the Japanese sword History of the Japanese sword Traditional Japanese steelmaking Making the sword Finishing the sword

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