Description:
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
About the Author
MICHIRU MORIKAWA is a Japanese illustrator and manga artist and winner of the 2005 International Manga and Anime Award. With Sean Michael Wilson, she has created two graphic novels: Buskers and Yakuza Moon.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent! See the REAL Musashi in action!
I can't say enough good things about this graphic novel. There are many fictionalized accounts of Musashi out there, including the long running Vagabond manga series, but this is the only factual historical graphic novel. Sean Michael Wilson manages to tell an engaging story while maintaining rigorous attention to detail. The artwork is also beautiful yet carefully researched.This book is a real treasure. It's obvious that the creators have a real love for Musashi and Japanese history, and they really do it justice here. I was surprised to see how complete of a life story this was, given the relative brevity of the book. After finishing this I went back and re-read The Lone Samurai, and was pleased to see that not only wasn't anything left out, they even added a few extra details. And using a brilliant storytelling move of having the story told by Musashi's adopted son Iori, they were even able to deal with some of the historical controversies surrounding Musashi's life.After seeing so many fictionalized movie portrayals of his duels (many of which are frankly quite silly), it was exciting to see the famous duels as they really were, over in a matter of seconds. Musashi's precision was astounding, as seen in the scene where Sasaki Kojiro's famous long sword (The Laundry Pole) slices through the cloth tied on Musashi's head but leaves him untouched, while the wood sword (which he famously carved from a boat oar only that morning) came crashing down into Kojiro's forehead. And Sean Michael Wilson applies this same precision to his storytelling.Simply AWESOME!
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful graphic novel version of the life of Japan's most famous swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi.
As a lifetime student of numerous martial arts (Judo, Jujitsu, Karate, Kenjutsu, Kendo, Wakizashi-Jutsu, Tanto-Jutsu etc.) I have read numerous versions of “The book of five rings” by Miyamoto Musashi as well as many articles and books on Japan’s most famous “Sword Saint.”This is the first graphic novel version of Miyamoto Musashi (by Sean Michael Wilson illustrated by Michiru Morikawa) I have ever read on this famous figure in Japanese history. This wonderful book is organized into nine chapters and the story of Musashi is told through his adopted son Miyamoto Iori. The story begins with the completion of a monument to Miyamoto Musashi designed by Yonemura-Sensei. Yonemura-Sensei desires to know more about Musashi and his son, Miyamoto Iori is happy to answer all questions concerning his father.The nine chapters relate the various stages in the life of Musashi, including his most famous battles. Even though I had read much about Musashi in other books and articles I still learned a lot of other information on Musashi reading this graphic novel version. Musashi was not only an undefeated swordsman, fighting sixty duels, but was also an accomplished and respected poet, garden designer, and Zen master.Besides his most famous work, “The Book of Five Rings” which is still read today by all serious martial artists, he also wrote “The twenty-one maxims of the way of walking alone.” These maxims are considered the basic philosophical principles he has followed and they are included at the end of chapter nine.If you are into the martial arts this is a book that should be in your personal library, along with his “The Book of Five Rings.” A beautifully fully illustrated book.Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: The Samurai Soul: An old warrior’s poetic tribute).
5.0 out of 5 stars I also suggest reading the Graphic Book of Five Rings
This is a must have for Miyamoto fans. It's different than the usual Toshiro Mifune or TV Drama ,but it's interesting. It includes a battle in which Musashi was injured. Beginning with Musashi's death after finishing the Book of Five Rings, it's shows the aftermath of his death. He was the best Ronin in Japan and deserves to be remembered for his skill.
3.0 out of 5 stars Decent read for a Musashi fan.
Its an alright graphic novel, but sadly no really overpowering feature. That art style is fine, cadence fine, letters typing easy to read. But sadly nothing great stands out. A nice add to any Musashi fans collection, but not a must have.
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice starting point for the novice
I enjoyed the book. Though it is written for a younger audience. The art was ok. Definitely written for the beginner. Covers the basics but if you're looking for detail. Look elsewhere. Almost reads more like an outline for a story. Has the skeleton,no meat.
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
It was by chance that i came across this book. Having never heard of musashi, I decided to try it out after watching the movie 47 ronin.it's interesting took read about ancient legends. Worth it for sure if you enjoy Japanese tradition.
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting book for class
A book for class it's interesting.
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for the Musashi lover
Beautiful artwork, and of course a great story.
This is a great comic
This is a samurai comic book about musashi great sword flights and musashi is a true legendary swords man
Happy !
Thank you !
Manga at its best Musashi
Outstanding Manga book on Musashi for my collection on Martial arts books
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
About the Author
MICHIRU MORIKAWA is a Japanese illustrator and manga artist and winner of the 2005 International Manga and Anime Award. With Sean Michael Wilson, she has created two graphic novels: Buskers and Yakuza Moon.
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent! See the REAL Musashi in action!
I can't say enough good things about this graphic novel. There are many fictionalized accounts of Musashi out there, including the long running Vagabond manga series, but this is the only factual historical graphic novel. Sean Michael Wilson manages to tell an engaging story while maintaining rigorous attention to detail. The artwork is also beautiful yet carefully researched.This book is a real treasure. It's obvious that the creators have a real love for Musashi and Japanese history, and they really do it justice here. I was surprised to see how complete of a life story this was, given the relative brevity of the book. After finishing this I went back and re-read The Lone Samurai, and was pleased to see that not only wasn't anything left out, they even added a few extra details. And using a brilliant storytelling move of having the story told by Musashi's adopted son Iori, they were even able to deal with some of the historical controversies surrounding Musashi's life.After seeing so many fictionalized movie portrayals of his duels (many of which are frankly quite silly), it was exciting to see the famous duels as they really were, over in a matter of seconds. Musashi's precision was astounding, as seen in the scene where Sasaki Kojiro's famous long sword (The Laundry Pole) slices through the cloth tied on Musashi's head but leaves him untouched, while the wood sword (which he famously carved from a boat oar only that morning) came crashing down into Kojiro's forehead. And Sean Michael Wilson applies this same precision to his storytelling.Simply AWESOME!
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful graphic novel version of the life of Japan's most famous swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi.
As a lifetime student of numerous martial arts (Judo, Jujitsu, Karate, Kenjutsu, Kendo, Wakizashi-Jutsu, Tanto-Jutsu etc.) I have read numerous versions of “The book of five rings” by Miyamoto Musashi as well as many articles and books on Japan’s most famous “Sword Saint.”This is the first graphic novel version of Miyamoto Musashi (by Sean Michael Wilson illustrated by Michiru Morikawa) I have ever read on this famous figure in Japanese history. This wonderful book is organized into nine chapters and the story of Musashi is told through his adopted son Miyamoto Iori. The story begins with the completion of a monument to Miyamoto Musashi designed by Yonemura-Sensei. Yonemura-Sensei desires to know more about Musashi and his son, Miyamoto Iori is happy to answer all questions concerning his father.The nine chapters relate the various stages in the life of Musashi, including his most famous battles. Even though I had read much about Musashi in other books and articles I still learned a lot of other information on Musashi reading this graphic novel version. Musashi was not only an undefeated swordsman, fighting sixty duels, but was also an accomplished and respected poet, garden designer, and Zen master.Besides his most famous work, “The Book of Five Rings” which is still read today by all serious martial artists, he also wrote “The twenty-one maxims of the way of walking alone.” These maxims are considered the basic philosophical principles he has followed and they are included at the end of chapter nine.If you are into the martial arts this is a book that should be in your personal library, along with his “The Book of Five Rings.” A beautifully fully illustrated book.Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: The Samurai Soul: An old warrior’s poetic tribute).
5.0 out of 5 stars I also suggest reading the Graphic Book of Five Rings
This is a must have for Miyamoto fans. It's different than the usual Toshiro Mifune or TV Drama ,but it's interesting. It includes a battle in which Musashi was injured. Beginning with Musashi's death after finishing the Book of Five Rings, it's shows the aftermath of his death. He was the best Ronin in Japan and deserves to be remembered for his skill.
3.0 out of 5 stars Decent read for a Musashi fan.
Its an alright graphic novel, but sadly no really overpowering feature. That art style is fine, cadence fine, letters typing easy to read. But sadly nothing great stands out. A nice add to any Musashi fans collection, but not a must have.
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice starting point for the novice
I enjoyed the book. Though it is written for a younger audience. The art was ok. Definitely written for the beginner. Covers the basics but if you're looking for detail. Look elsewhere. Almost reads more like an outline for a story. Has the skeleton,no meat.
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
It was by chance that i came across this book. Having never heard of musashi, I decided to try it out after watching the movie 47 ronin.it's interesting took read about ancient legends. Worth it for sure if you enjoy Japanese tradition.
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting book for class
A book for class it's interesting.
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for the Musashi lover
Beautiful artwork, and of course a great story.
This is a great comic
This is a samurai comic book about musashi great sword flights and musashi is a true legendary swords man
Happy !
Thank you !
Manga at its best Musashi
Outstanding Manga book on Musashi for my collection on Martial arts books
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