Living the Martial Way: A Manual for the Way a Modern Warrior Should Think

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Summary: Modernizing Hagakure
Review: I was surprised at all the reviewers that didn't get it- that this was really a modern version of Hakagure, or how to face life and death. Since we no longer have to face quite the same situations that warriors did before the advent of gunpowder, does that mean we no longer need a guide to living based on these values? Do we toss out all the positive things and focus on being 'modern'? Mr. Morgan doesn't think so, and neither do I. This has nothing to do with war, or fighting, but with your spirit. Today, I think that is more important than all the technology and other advances. Basically, the book should make you want to search for the substance of your life, not the style we seem to mistake for reality these days. I found it very enlightening, and not preachy- just thought provoking. It lead me to search for personal answers and to be serious about my life- after all, I won't get another if this one is wasted! If this is being elitist, or a warmonger, or whatever, then go to the new age candle burning section and summon up all positive vibes. You still don't get it.

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Summary: Disappointing. Surprisingly flat and dull.
Review: I bought this book with high hopes that it would prove to be interesting and informative. It was neither. There are several other books which are more profound and employ a more whole-life integration approach to the topic. The general tone of this book is very militant and dogmatic. This book will appeal to warrior wanna-bes moreso than true warriors. As a veteran, I agree that war is a serious business, but read any book by a former SEAL and realize that one can be a serious warrior without being too serious.

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Summary: The GREATEST BOOK written since "THE ART OF WAR" & "5 RINGS"
Review: LT. MORGAN IS A MASTERMIND ON SELF DISCIPLINE AND SELF CONTROL. ALL PEOPLE, WARRIORS, AND NON-WARRIORS ALIKE, COULD BENEFIT GREATLY FROM THE PRINCIPLES AND DOCTRINE FOUND IN THIS BOOK. LT. MORGAN.....MY HAT IS OFF TO YOU!

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Summary: A requirement for any martial arts library
Review: A great book explaining the bushido and how to work to achieve honourable living. Also a great book on the physical aspects of training to be a martial warrior. A must-have for those serious about the martial arts and what the arts represent.

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Summary: He's been there, done that and got the t-shirt.
Review: Lt. Col. Morgan has devoted his life to the study of combat, whether on the mechanized battlefield or hand to hand and his experience is evident in this outstanding book. Martial artists of any style will benefit from his insights.

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Summary: The essence of reality is war? I don't think so!
Review: This book is well organized, but quite elitist and grim in its presentation of the topic. According to Mr. Morgan, warriors are an elite class, better than the rest of us mortals, evidently, and the only honorable way to live is to engage in seaseless struggle. There is nothing here about creating a more compassionate peaceful society, and no analysis of the ravages of war created by persuing a relentlessly militiristic model. Sure, we all need to discover our warrior capabilities, but we don't need more vigilantes in this society!

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Summary: A masterpiece.
Review: This book is a work of genius. No other book even comes close to the wisdom contained in this volume. Anyone interested in martial arts MUST HAVE this book

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Summary: It can make you a better person
Review: This book is not only for the Martial Artist. The principles and topics it covers relate to current problems within society as a whole. Morality and honor are attributes that befit everyone, and this book offers not only instructs one how to go about attaining these virtues, but practical reasons why one should do so. I have recommended this book (at least sections of it) to many of my friends, and all have benefited from it.

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Summary: superb.
Review: written by a man who knows through experienc

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Summary: Captures the true spirit of the martial arts
Review: Very objective book about the martial arts.It's nice to see sombody who really appreciates the traditional aspects of the arts.One of the many lessons you will learn from this book is that you should'nt get hung up on the color of belts because every system is artificial anyway.It does'nt matter what belt you are or how many trophies you have won or how many tournaments you have won because it doesn't matter.How will you be able to defend yourself out on the street? A good streetfighter can beat a tournament fighter any day of the week.