Ninjutsu by Donn F Draeger
All the facts, legends and technique of the ninja are presented here y one of the foremost authorities on the subject. The Ninja, also known as Shinobi, inspired awe and terror in equal measure. Master of espionage and assassination, stealth and concealment, the ninja's ability to move swiftly and silently gave rise to popular legends of amazing exploits, invincibility and supernatural powers. In Ninjutsu: The Art of Invisibility, Donn Draeger draws back the veil of mystery shrouding the arcane practices of feudal Japan's shadow warriors. Stripping away myth and exaggeration, Draeger reveals the secret tactics, exotic weapons, tricks and disguises that earned the ninja a reputation as history's most feared secret agents. Chapters include: Entering the World of the Ninja History and Organization Training and Skills Operating Techniques Costume Tools and Weapons Tactics, Ruses, and Feats Facts and Legends
"…this book is filled with the type of intrigue and adventure that makes it read like bestselling fiction" —Boye Lafayette De Mente, bestselling author and Japanese historian
Donn F. Draeger was a Western pioneer in the practice of Japanese martial arts. His works include Judo Training Methods, Judo Formal Techniques and Shaolin Lohan Kung-Fu.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780804839372 |
| ISBN 10 | 0804839379 |
| Title | Ninjutsu |
| Author | Donn F Draeger |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
| Year published | 2008-05-15 |
| Number of pages | 144 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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