The Book of Five Rings

The Strategy of the Samurai

'When you attain the Way of strategy, there will not be one thing you cannot see.'

Miyamoto Musashi, Book of Five Rings

Shortly before his death in 1645, the undefeated swordsman Miyamoto Musashi retreated to a cave to live as a hermit. There he wrote five scrolls describing the "true principles" required for victory in the martial arts and on the battlefield. Instead of relying on religion or theory, Musashi based his writings on his own experience, observation, and reason. The scrolls, published as The Book of Five Rings, have recently gained an international reputation in the business world as a means of resolving differences and achieving success. But their delineation of the psychological strength, rigorous self-control, and practical application necessary for dealing with physical and mental conflict also has a wider relevance and can be usefully applied to all our lives.

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Makes on reflect on the way to view the world

Was little of no meaning and packed with both hands on advise and on how to think - most of the latter. The advice on sword fighting is very much the same for business which is really interesting

Mastering Strategy, Samurai Style

This book makes you feel like you’re training for battle (but in a zen kind of way). If you’re into strategy, self-discipline, or just want to channel your inner warrior, this is a must-read!