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The History of the Samurai in a Nutshell

The Rise and Fall of Japan’s Revered Warriors (History in a Nutshell)

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The History of the Samurai in a Nutshell

By: Willoughby H. Huxley
Narrated by: John Duffy
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About this listen

Are you fascinated by the Japanese culture and interested to know more about their revered warriors? Are you curious about what really happened to the samurai - and how they lived their lives?

You may have the desire to immerse yourself into the core of it. You may be wondering when they started, how they rose and fell, and what caused these periods to take place. You will be astonished by how they did their work based on their solid ethics and beliefs. They had developed a disciplined culture that helped them get through countless adversities.

According to Britannica, the ideal samurai followed an unwritten code of conduct and was supposed to be a stoic warrior. They value bravery, honor, and personal loyalty above life itself. They are actually “stronger” than their weapons and “tougher” than their hardships - the mark of a true warrior. There’s more to the samurai than meets the eye - explore their mighty but humble world and open yourself up to the wisdom they hold.

The History of the Samurai in a Nutshell, you will discover:

  • How the samurai was born - and the core of their being
  • The type of training that helped them resist the emotions that could hinder them from winning a battle
  • How these professional fighters were trained to endure pain and misery.
  • Who Minamoto Yoritomo is - and how he gained political authority to establish Japan’s first warrior government
  • The “Bushido Code” that governed a samurai’s life - and the brutal penalty that followed if it was broken
  • And much more

Explained in simple terms for a brief, yet comprehensive listen, this resource is packed with all the essential information you need to dive into the history of the samurai. Uncover the strength of mankind and explore the rich culture behind Japan’s revered warriors. If you want to enrich yourself with the history of the samurai and their principles, then scroll up, and click the “Buy” button right now.

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