Colin m roach (54 résultats)

Paperback. Etat : Acceptable. 176 pp. Tightly bound. Spine not compromised. Text is free of markings. No ownership markings. Remainder mark bottom fore-edge. PLEASE NOTE: This copy is "acceptable to good" for the following reasons: (1) The lower edge of the front cover is bumped. (2) The top right corner of the front cover and page are bumped, not affecting the text. Note: There is a link to a free online video for this edition of this title. This copy is smyth sewn. Smyth sewing is a method of bookbinding where groups of folded pages (referred to as signatures) are stitched together using binder thread. Each folded signature is sewn together individually with multiple stitches and then joined with other signatures to create the complete book block. This is the traditional and best method of bookbinding.…

paperback. Etat : Fair. Good text, missing DVD. SOme light edge wear/shelf bumping. Fast shipping from Northern California via US MAIL. Most International orders shipped via DHL/Asendia. Additional postage may be required on oversize books and sets. Please, NO prison orders.

Etat : acceptable.

Etat : very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Etat : As New. Unread copy in mint condition.

Etat : New. Brand New.

Etat : New.

Etat : New. Brand New! Not Overstocks or Low Quality Book Club Editions! Direct From the Publisher! We're not a giant, faceless warehouse organization! We're a small town bookstore that loves books and loves it's customers! Buy from Lakeside Books.

Etat : New.

Mixed Media Product. Etat : New. Japanese Swords: Cultural Icons of a Nation: The History, Metallurgy and Iconography of the Samurai Sword [With DVD]. Media.

Paperback. Etat : New. With over 300 stunning photographs and woodblock prints along with extensive historical and cultural commentary, Japanese Swords is the ultimate authority on Samurai weaponry.Historically, Japanese warriors considered their swords to be more elevated than simple weaponry. Their swords were both lethal tools and divine companions - social and religious icons. Traditionally worn by the samurai as a sign of social status, the Japanese sword represented the junction between the ruling military class and those whom they ruled. Moreover, the samurai sword was a technological and artistic marvel. Many scholars consider it to be the finest sword ever constructed.Concerning symbolism and historical importance, no other blade comes close to the Japanese sword. With a historical, iconographical, and technological perspective, author Cohn M. Roach provides an in-depth study of these magnificent weapons in Japanese Swords. This richly illustrated sword book weaves the blade's primary influences together, tracking its history and illuminating its progress from infancy to grandeur. By studying the evolution of the Japanese sword from this perspective, we better understand Japan and its warrior archetype.Combining research materials from multiple disciplines, Roach uses his expertise as an educator to guide readers through the sword's rise to greatness in a unique way. This book discusses the history, development, and spiritual symbolism of the sword, as well as the esoteric metallurgical techniques used in making it. It also covers the intense training practices used by skilled swordsmen. Japanese Swords also includes accompanying online videos featuring a beautifully-filmed documentary that explores the traditional swordmaker's craft, an introduction to the Japanese sword at a sword shop in Kyoto and a visit to a dojo for a beginner's class in the medieval sword-drawing art called iaido. …

Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The Japanese sword is much more than just a weaponit is a social and religious icon traditionally worn by the samurai warrior as an instrument of justice and courage, the sword was an embodiment of the soul of the person who wielded it that was at once sacred and symbolic. Japanese Swords is the first book to tell the full story of the Japanese sword's rise to greatness by discussing its long history and development, its spiritual symbolism, the esoteric metallurgical techniques used to make the sword, as well as the difficult training techniques used by skilled swordsmen. The History, Metallurgy and Iconography of the Samurai Sword Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Etat : As New. Pbk with French-fold wraps, 175pp, profusely illustr throughout in color, includes DVD in rear pocket, a new and unread copy, excellent, clean, tight and unmarked, as new.

Paperback. Etat : New. With over 300 stunning photographs and woodblock prints along with extensive historical and cultural commentary, Japanese Swords is the ultimate authority on Samurai weaponry.Historically, Japanese warriors considered their swords to be more elevated than simple weaponry. Their swords were both lethal tools and divine companions - social and religious icons. Traditionally worn by the samurai as a sign of social status, the Japanese sword represented the junction between the ruling military class and those whom they ruled. Moreover, the samurai sword was a technological and artistic marvel. Many scholars consider it to be the finest sword ever constructed.Concerning symbolism and historical importance, no other blade comes close to the Japanese sword. With a historical, iconographical, and technological perspective, author Cohn M. Roach provides an in-depth study of these magnificent weapons in Japanese Swords. This richly illustrated sword book weaves the blade's primary influences together, tracking its history and illuminating its progress from infancy to grandeur. By studying the evolution of the Japanese sword from this perspective, we better understand Japan and its warrior archetype.Combining research materials from multiple disciplines, Roach uses his expertise as an educator to guide readers through the sword's rise to greatness in a unique way. This book discusses the history, development, and spiritual symbolism of the sword, as well as the esoteric metallurgical techniques used in making it. It also covers the intense training practices used by skilled swordsmen. Japanese Swords also includes accompanying online videos featuring a beautifully-filmed documentary that explores the traditional swordmaker's craft, an introduction to the Japanese sword at a sword shop in Kyoto and a visit to a dojo for a beginner's class in the medieval sword-drawing art called iaido. …

Etat : New. 2014. Reprint. Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, approx 300 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; WCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 305 x 230 x 12. Weight in Grams: 894. . . . . .

Etat : New. pp. 176.

Etat : New. pp. 176.

Etat : New. 2014. Reprint. Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, approx 300 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; WCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 305 x 230 x 12. Weight in Grams: 894. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Etat : New.

Etat : New. In English.

Paperback. Etat : new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed.

paperback. Etat : Good. First Edition. Incl. DVD. The wraps are rubbed and marked.interior clean Due to weight postal adjustments may be required. Ek. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.

Paperback. Etat : Brand New. paperback/dvd edition. 176 pages. 12.00x9.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Etat : As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Etat : New. Special order direct from the distributor.

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : No Jacket as Issued. 1st Edition. Covers have light general wear plus two tiny nicks to rear. Spine not creased. Internally very clean. Included DVD. 176pp Historically, Japanese warriors considered their swords to be far greater than simple weaponry. Their swords were both lethal tools and divine companions -- social and religious icons. Traditionally worn by the samurai as a sign of social status, the Japanese sword represented the junction between the reigning military class and those whom they ruled. Moreover, the samurai sword was a technological and artistic marvel. Many scholars consider it to be the finest sword ever constructed.In terms of symbolism and historical importance, no other blade comes close to the Japanese sword. With a historical, iconographical, and technological perspective, author Cohn M. Roach provides an in-depth study of these magnificent weapons in Japanese Swords. This richly illustrated sword book weaves the blade's primary influences together, tracking its history and illuminating its progress from infancy to grandeur. By studying the evolution of the Japanese sword from this perspective, we better understand Japan and its warrior archetype.Combining research materials from multiple disciplines, Roach uses his expertise as an educator to guide readers through the sword's rise to greatness in a unique way. This book discusses the history, development, and spiritual symbolism of the sword, as well as the esoteric metallurgical techniques used in making it. It also covers the difficult training practices used by skilled swordsmen. Japanese Swords also includes a companion video content featuring a beautifully-filmed documentary that explores the traditional swordmaker's craft. The video content also contains an introduction to the Japanese sword at a sword shop in Kyoto and a visit to a dojo for a beginner's class in the medieval sword-drawing art called iaido. Size: 230mm x 300mm. Book.…

Paperback. Etat : Brand New. paperback/dvd edition. 176 pages. 12.00x9.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. ** NO DVD ** Binding tight and square. Pages clean and free of writing or marks.