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Good: A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including ...
Topic
Antiques & Collectibles, Firearms & Weapons
Type
Illustrated Book
Subjects
History & Military
Author
Kanzan Sato
Year Printed
1989
Binding
Hardcover
Special Attributes
Dust Jacket
ISBN
9780870115622
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Publisher
Kodansha America, Incorporated

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Kodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0870115626
ISBN-13
9780870115622
eBay Product ID (ePID)
473950

Product Key Features

Language
English
Topic
Antiques & Collectibles, Firearms & Weapons
Author
Kanzan Sato
Illustrator
Yes

Dimensions

Item Length
7.2 In.
Item Height
0.8 In.
Item Width
10.2 In.
Item Weight
11.7 Oz

Additional Product Features

LCCN
82-048779
Book Title
Japanese Sword : A Comprehensive Guide
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Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Dewey Decimal
739.7/22/0952
Intended Audience
Trade
Edition Description
Guide (Instructor's)
Synopsis
One of the foremost experts on the Japanese sword describes their history and appreciations in this book, with photographs and illustrations. The Japanese sword combines unbreakability, rigidity, and lethal cutting power, and it is in the resolution of these conflicting practical requirements that it emerges as a triumph of the forger's art. The mystique of the sword lingers on in our age of mechanized combat, but the aesthetic qualities for which swords are most valued by collectors today-the liveliness of the metal skin,' the confidence in every aspect of the', The Japanese sword combines unbreakability, rigidity, and lethal cutting power, and it is in the resolution of these conflicting practical requirements that it emerges as a triumph of the forger's art. The mystique of the sword lingers on in our age of mechanized combat, but the aesthetic qualities for which swords are most valued by collectors today-the liveliness of the metal "skin," the confidence in every aspect of the design, the scrolling temper-line, the almost buoyant lightness of the hilt when the blade is held in the hand-all derive from what the Japanese sword demanded as a symbol of strength and as a weapon. As an instrument of clear persuasion, no other blade anywhere has ever been its equal. This volume, containing color and black-and-white plates, has been prepared as an introduction to the history and appreciation of the Japanese sword. Its author, until his death in 1978, was one of Japan's foremost sword experts, and his wide knowledge is here brought to bear on every aspect of sword lore, including forging techniques and problems of appraisal. Looking over the 1,500 years of sword history in Japan, Kanzan Sato notes how the major developments-the shift from the early straight blades to the tachi, which were longer curved blades slung edge downwards at the waist, to the familiar daisho pair of short and long swords worn by samurai until modern times-were the result of both technical innovation and changed fighting techniques. He examines the various fashions in sword mounts and the at times precious, highly decorated work of the smiths who specialized in sword guards, or tsuba, during the Momoyama and Edo periods. The centerpiece of this book, however, is a detailed examination of over a dozen of Japan's most revered blades, including the Kanehira and the Dojigiri by Yasutsuna, perhaps the two finest swords in Japan and as clear and beautiful today as when they were forged some 900 years ago. The discussion of what makes these blades special and how they have been passed down for generations offers the reader a wealth of insight into the sword in Japan as heirloom and cultural treasure., One of the foremost experts on the Japanese sword describes its history and appreciation with ample photographs and illustrations.
Edition Number
2
ebay_catalog_id
4
Copyright Date
1983
Publication Year
1983
Type
Instructor Guide
Format
Hardcover
Dewey Edition
19
LC Classification Number
NK6784.A1S2413 1983
Number of Pages
180 pages

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  • by suestlu
    Sep 06, 2021

    Good Book

    Book was in great shape, but not much info that I was looking for. The book is full of information and pictures about antique swords or very significant swords from Japan. Very little about WW2 military swords.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: razorba_5175

  • by fleamktdon92
    May 16, 2023

    Great book

    It’s history

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: betterworldbooks

  • by joeperadua
    Jan 11, 2009

    The Japanese Sword

    This is an excellent basic informative primer for fans of the Samurai culture and it's swordmaking history.It traces the "culture" of the Japanese Sword through 1000 years of development with excellent photos and instructive diagrams of sword construction.

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