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"If you've ever wanted to understand the true role Zen Buddhism plays in the martial arts, then look no further." --Patrick McCarthy, from the foreword
"If you've ever wanted to understand the true role Zen Buddhism plays in the martial arts, then look no further." --Patrick McCarthy, from the foreword
"Mann's book…illustrates the intertwining of martial arts and Zen. Mann deftly braids the physical and the spiritual into a strong rope for the serious student to ascend. This book has simplicity and yet heft--it is brilliant." --Kris Wilder, author of The Way of Kata and The Little Black Book of Violence
"This book clearly shows us how the Japanese Budo spirit is related to religion. Specifically, the author explains the concept of mushin very well, a principle to which we Japanese attribute much importance in overcoming various difficulties."--Katsumi Shimane, Ph.D. Professor of Sociology Senshu University 3rd Dan Karatedo, Jodo