Summary

This best-selling handbook to the samurai sword details the origins and development; its historical background, styles and famous schools; differences in construction; and outlines methods of identifying and researching the sword, as well as caring for it properly.

Classification

• Dewey Decimal: 683

Book Details

• Physical Description: 5.6"x8.7"x0.6"; 0.7 lb; 192 pages
• Edition Info: Paperback; 2011-03-10

Subjects

• Home & Garden -- Antiques & Collectibles -- Firearms & Weapons
• Home & Garden -- Antiques & Collectibles -- Reference
• Sports -- Individual Sports -- Martial Arts

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