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Musashi

Book • 1935

This epic novel follows the life of Miyamoto Musashi from his early days as Shimmen Takezō to his transformation into the legendary swordsman.

The story begins after the Battle of Sekigahara and details Musashi's journeys, his development of a unique sword-fighting style using both the katana and wakizashi, and his philosophical growth.

The novel also explores the lives of various characters from different walks of life in feudal Japan, including daimyos, samurai, merchants, craftsmen, peasants, and priests.

It culminates in Musashi's climactic duel with Sasaki Kojiro on Ganryujima Island.

Mentioned by

Tatiana Feltrin

Mentioned in 8 episodes

Mentioned as a book that

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Mentioned by

Pierre Nadeau

as the historical novel he bought before his first trip to Japan and which introduced him to Musashi and Bizen swords.

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Mentioned by

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as the influential historical novel that shaped the modern legend of Miyamoto Musashi.

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Recommended by

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as the most famous historical fiction novel ever written in Japan.

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Mentioned by

Tatiana Feltrin

as a long but engaging first book for a young reader, with short chapters.

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