Swords have always fascinated mankind. Throughout the ages, a simple piece of steel has somehow managed to hold our attention and fascination like few things can. From the mystical to the mighty, swords have been and will remain a part of our society for generations.
However, no culture has been able to create a sword quite like the smiths of Japan. The katana and tachi still serve as testaments to their incredible metallurgical talent and their rich history. Through the ages, these swords were refined, and so were the methods of making and using them.
This classic work was the first translated to English on the history and practice of Iai-do, or way of the sword.
By Gordon Warner and Donn F. Draeger. Softcover. 296 pp.
