Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #943127 in Books
• Published on: 2008-04-09
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 128 pages

Customer Reviews

A captivating book, a must for all sword fans and smithys
The book shows an indepth history, science and evolution of the japanese sword with stunning art work depicting samurai in battle and the gentle mystical smithies in action. Blade design including shape, structure, physical properties and appearance are all carefully explained in a manor that is both understandable yet maintains and aura of mystery surrounding the magnificent and revered blades. A must for all sword fans and smithys.

A great book to start into the world of Samurai Swords
I loved this book, it gives plenty of information for anybody interested in Samurai swords, It traces the weapons history and its symbolism, a good read!