Bushido: The Soul of Japan

Written by Inazo Nitobe

Narrated by Bridget Lawrence

Nitobe Inazō (1862 –1933) was a Japanese agricultural economist, author, educator, diplomat and politician. His book, ‘Bushido; The Soul of Japan’ explains Samurai culture to a western audience. First published in English in 1900, ‘Bushido’ takes a look at the virtues associated with the warrior’s way: rectitude, courage, benevolence, politeness, sincerity, honor, loyalty and self-control. Identifying the roots of Bushido in Buddhism, Shintoism and Confucianism, he examines correspondences in Western philosophy, from modern thinkers down the ages through Greco-Roman culture all the way back to Biblical times. The author found many resemblances between the Samurai ethos and the spirit of medieval chivalry. 'Bushido' became an international bestseller, popular with intellectuals and statesmen, and has been translated into more than twenty languages.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Yashiki Audio
• Release date: Jan 30, 2020
• ISBN: 9781094277646

Reviews for Bushido

[JinKrig · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

Some parts at the end of the chapter were cut out, and the narrator was really bad, too quick and she had a monotonous voice.

[latifah.reychan · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Pretty much information that i got from this book. Great

[Joey · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fascinating text from an incredibly well-read Japanese intellectual. Definitely worth re-reading and pondering.

[Samantha C-y · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The chapter appear to cut short, but it’s just the editing. Good book otherwise