Hagakure

Explore the essence of the Japanese samurai spirit in this influential text, written by Yamamoto Tsunetomo nearly 300 years ago. The Hagakure has had a profound impact across the world, yet remains little known in the West. Discover the complete first two books and the most reliable passages of the third in Alex Bennett's expert translation. Bennett's extensive footnotes provide invaluable insights into the cultural and historical context of this essential work, making it the most readable and reliable edition available in English.