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Reviewed on December 1, 2014 | Graphic Novels
Gr 10 Up—A graphic novel biography about the iconic samurai Musashi Miyamoto (c. 1584–1645). Renowned for his two-sword technique, Musashi was a legendary swordsman, artist, and author. Iori Miyamoto, his adopted son, recounts his late father's life, from his humble beginnings raised and educated by a Buddhist monk, to his formative years, which focused on duels and his skills and reputation with the sword. Later years show his appreciation in arts. Near the end of his life, Musashi wrote The Book of Five Rings, a classic text on martial...Log In or Sign Up to Read More