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Bushido: The Soul of Japan

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Bushido: The Soul of Japan

By: Inazo Nitobe
Narrated by: Patrick Shannon
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More than a mere warrior code, Bushido is the moral breath defining Japan. In this seminal work, Inazo Nitobe unveils the ethical roots of the samurai, blending Buddhist calm, Shinto loyalty, and Confucian morality. Through unyielding virtues like rectitude, honor, and stoic self-control, the author shows how the "Way of the Warrior" transcended the battlefield to mold a nation's soul. Though the feudal system has vanished, discover how its spirit—fragrant and delicate as the wild cherry blossom—remains vital in modern Japan.

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Asia Japan Philosophy Samurai Warrior Morality
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