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  The Way of the Samurai

  Inazo Nitobe

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  To many people, the word samurai conjures images of menacing masks, long blades and elaborate armor. However, this classic text by Inazo Nitobe reveals the greater depths to samurai culture - they were not simply warriors but an aristocratic class who practiced literary and military arts in equal measure. 
  Essential to this way of life was the samurai's moral code and the quality of bushido, roughly translated as chivalry. The Way of the Samurai provides an intriguing exploration of bushido and other valued qualities such as rectitude or justice, courage, politeness, veracity, honor, loyalty and self-control. It also explores the Samurai's more violent traditions, such as the chilling act of hara-kiri or self-immolation. 
  This mixture of chivalric principles with brutal warfare is fascinating. While many aspects of Samurai culture have disappeared, its principles still have resonance in modern Japanese society and around the globe. 
  This edition is an essential for anybody interested in Japanese culture.

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  Shawn Thornton - Fighting My Way...

  Shawn Thornton, Dale Arnold,...

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  A refreshing memoir of battles and self-belief from one of the NHL's most revered enforcers 
   
   
   
  Shawn Thornton was an unlikely NHL success, to say the least. The Oshawa, Ontario, native was picked late in the OHL and later thought he was being pranked when the Toronto Maple Leafs called him to say he'd been selected in the seventh round of the 1997 NHL draft. 
   
   
   
  After years spent working and maturing in the AHL, Thornton would go on to play fourteen seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks, Anaheim Ducks, Boston Bruins, and Florida Panthers, winning two Stanley Cups along the way. 
   
   
   
  For the first time, in this candid memoir, Thornton opens up about his life in hockey and beyond, from his early days as an unrated prospect to the leadership lessons he learned in the minors, from the most difficult on-ice brawls to the ecstasy of reaching the sport's most celestial heights. 
   
   
   
  Fans will not want to miss this story of perseverance and finding one's own path.

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  Life Is Fighting

  Kevin Robert Kesar

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  Get a rare glimpse into the mind of Karrion Kross
  		 
  "Life is Fighting is a must-read for any fan of the wrestling business." — Kofi Kingston, WWE Grand Slam Champion, 16-time Tag Team Champion
  		 
  His physique and unbridled intensity are enough to inspire fear. Factor in a unique combination of precision and abject ruthlessness, and it becomes clear that anyone stepping into the ring with him is in immediate danger. A master of catch wrestling and jiu jitsu, Kross has done battle around the world. He boasts an array of devastating suplexes. And if that's not enough, he's more than happy to put opponents to sleep . . . But despite his menacing exterior, the human being behind the character—Kevin Kesar—is soft-spoken and highly thoughtful. Recognized by his peers for his exceptional love for his profession, Kesar endured numerous setbacks on the way to achieving his dream. Along with his wife, Elizabeth—known in WWE as Scarlett—he has repeatedly found the fortitude to bounce back stronger. In Life is Fighting he shares the real story.

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  Fishing Tips For Beginners - A...

  Owen Jones

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  Embark on a journey into the serene world of angling with this comprehensive guide that transcends the traditional boundaries of fishing manuals. “Fishing for Beginners” is an exploration of the art and science of fishing, tailored for both novice anglers seeking a solid foundation and seasoned veterans looking to enhance their skills. 
  Within these pages, you’ll find a wealth of knowledge meticulously curated to provide a holistic understanding of the diverse facets of fishing. From choosing the right equipment and mastering various casting techniques to deciphering fish behaviour and adopting ethical angling practices, this guide aims to equip you with the expertise needed to become a proficient angler. 
  As we navigate the intricacies of fishing’s timeless pursuit, the emphasis is not just on catching fish but on fostering a deep appreciation for the ecosystems we engage with. Discover the nuances of understanding water bodies, interpreting weather patterns, and respecting the delicate balance of marine life. 
  Whether you’re casting a line for relaxation, sport, or sustenance, this guide is designed to be your companion on every angling expedition. Through careful instruction and thoughtful insights, “Fishing for Beginners” seeks to empower anglers of all levels to navigate the diverse landscapes of fishing with confidence and reverence for the natural world. Tight lines and tranquil waters await as we delve into the enriching and fulfilling world of fishing.

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  The View from the Shoulder - A...

  Roger Cox

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  The story of surfing in Scotland is defined by people who dared to dream in spite of the cold, from Neva MacDonald-Haig and the coffin-lid surfers of Machrihanish, who first took to the waves off the west coast in the 1930s with a little help from a local undertaker, to Andy Bennetts and the pioneers of the 1960s, who discovered many of the nation's best breaks, to contemporary big wave surfer Ben Larg, a native of the tiny island of Tiree who now travels the world riding skyscraper-sized walls of water for a living.
  Scotland is also home to a rich and distinctive surfing culture, with its own surfboard shapers, surf instructors, surf filmmakers, surf photographers and surf fashion brands, not to mention surf-inspired artists and musicians. Professional contests held at some of Scotland's best waves have drawn visits from surfing world champions including Tom Curren, Sunny Garcia and John John Florence, and in recent years Scotland's own surfers have begun to make their presence felt on the competitive stage, with the Scottish surf team featuring at the World Surfing Games and at Eurosurf after finally gaining official recognition in 2014.
  The View From the Shoulder draws together 20 years of surf journalism from the pages of The Scotsman newspaper, together with fresh context, to create a portrait of a wave-riding community like no other.

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  Moonlight Elk - One Woman's Hunt...

  Chris Tiegreen

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  Christie Green learned to hunt in order to complement the food she grew in her garden. As an act of practical agency this fulfilled her needs, yet a restlessness stirred within. She longed for a life defined by something deeper than cultural norms. Could she travel beyond the supposed domain of women and venture into the wild, where men were said to prevail? 
   
   
   
  Here, hunting in the wild, the moon cycles through her, rising and falling, whispering messages from the dark side. Rather than circle the hot insistence of a masculine sun, Green begins to attune to the more elusive, mysterious murmuration of the moon. Animals and dreams, lunar partners, choreograph Green through time and space. She longs to dream, toil, live, and love at the edges of the fertile ecotones where she can withdraw inward, retreat like an animal into hiding, and then come into full, radiant view on her own terms. Green sheds the burdens of her domestic self and witnesses the animals defying reason as they walk her into their world, ambling her along, straddling night and day, waking and sleeping. Through them, definitions of gender dissolve and boundaries blur. In the process, Green eclipses western society's definitions of her as a woman, mother, lover, and entrepreneur, courageously birthing her own independence through a profound connection to the animals and the places they call home.

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