A Book of Five Rings

The Classic Text of Principles, Craft, Skill and Samurai Strategy that Changed the American Way of Doing Business

By: Miyamoto Musashi, Victor Harris - translator

Narrated by: Stanley Ralph Ross

The classic book of strategy A Book of Five Rings is now available on CD.

Miyamoto Musashi was renowned in his own time as an invincible warrior, a master artisan, an author, and philosopher. Today, his philosophy is still revered by the Japanese and used as a guide for daily decision-making—and business strategy. He wrote A Book of Five Rings not only as a thesis on doing battle, but also as a way to approach and live all aspects of life—"any situation where plans and tactics are used."

When A Book of Five Rings first appeared on North American bookshelves in 1974, its message took the business community by storm. It provided insight into the then-emerging Japanese influence and offered a new way to think about business. It instantly became a vital tool for assured success and has remained so ever since. The principles in this work are as true today as they were over 300 years ago, and are as valid for business negotiations as for hand-to-hand combat.

Based in the principles of Zen and advocating a hands-on approach to mastering the skills for winning, A Book of Five Rings is very likely the most perceptive guide to strategy ever written.

Critic reviews

“On Wall Street, when Musashi talks, people listen.” —Time

“I have some advice for American businessmen who are trying to figure out why the Japanese excel in business. Buy and study a copy of Musashi's A Book of Five Rings.” —George Lois, chairman of the board/creative director of Lois Pitts Gershon, New York

Amazing narrator, Amazing voice

The Narrotor really does a great job of reading the go rin no sho.
Its as if Miyamoto Musashi himself is explaining you the way of strategy.

The way

While you were all partying, I was studying the blade. While you were all having premarital sex, I was studying the blade.

A Book of Five Rings

I love having this book to listen to while I drive and work.

There is so much to learn each time I listen. I highly recommend this book!

Is a classic text on martial arts

The Book of Five Rings" is not only a guide to swordsmanship but also a profound work on strategy, tactics, and the philosophy of combat. Musashi's teachings are often applied to areas beyond martial arts, such as business, leadership, and personal development, making it a timeless and influential work that continues to be studied and revered by people seeking wisdom in various fields.

One of the Best!

Fantastic book! Most books you can read once and burn. This one gives the reader something to think about and new insights each time you review it. There is a reason this book has lasted over 400 years and there are many reasons why the author won over 60 life-death battles. Highly recommended in both audio and book format.