For more books like this; please visit www.SportsmansVintagePress.com This is a facsimile of the book published in 1935. From the preface: I always like to shift the responsibility for a book of mine to some one else; or at least to divide it. The chief responsibility for this volume is my wife’s; for it was her suggestion that I write an informal account of my conception of modern exploration—the exploration of today and tomorrow—as I have told it to her. There was a selfish motive; too; for it may help to answer the questions which have come to me by the thousand: “How can I be an explorer?†“What remains to be done in exploration?†After telling in the first chapter what this business of exploration has become; I have amplified some of the details by my own experiences in the field and out of it. As a concrete example of modern scientific exploration I have given an account of the 1928-1930 Central Asiatic Expeditions in the Gobi Desert which has not been published in popular book form. These Expeditions were conducted with a background of war; banditry and politics in China; which made them interesting but exceedingly difficult.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A 17th century master's guide to success; on the battlefield or in the boardroomBy Charles A. RayThe art of Japanese sword fighting is as much Zen as war; and the principles can be applied to the boardroom as well as the battlefield. The 17th century classic; The Book of Five Rings; by the legendary Japanese swordsman; Miyamoto Musashi; details the techniques that must be mastered if one is not only to master the art of battle; but; one’s self.Translated; and reissued by XistPublishing in e-book format; this short book offers techniques—albeit not in exhaustive detail—for becoming a master strategist. These techniques can be applied to any endeavor; and; with practice; can lead to a significant change in outlook and outcomes.As a bonus; the last third of the book is a guide for book clubs; that can be used in evaluating book club presentations. This guide is; believe it or not; also useful for authors; regardless of skill level; as a means of improving their writing.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Universal Principles of StrategyBy Donald P. JaneThis is for the Kindle version upgraded to audio.This is the first time I have listened to this classic Japanese work having read it twice before this audio version. I must say that it is much better listening to an excellent narration than to the voice in my head. The principles applied in this book explained through the use of the samari sword has stood the test of time. These principles have been successfully adopted and applied in Japanese business in the modern age. It is a wonderful little book that I will probably listen to again sometime in the future.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A classical translation on the Zen and Tao mindset of the martial art combatant.By K. J. ChristopoulosThe reader must first understand that this is a translation of a historical writing. The translation is hard for me to rate since I am no expert; but my view is that it is likely a good one that doesn't interfere with bringing the writing into English. The author's concepts cover many aspects of Zen and Tao focus during combat that range from one on one to multiples. He discusses the mindset of the martial art combatant and uses metaphors and direct descriptions to get his points across to the reader. The state of mind to focus is covered well; along with what to observe to a lesser degree. He does not intend the text to be a sword method tutorial; but more of a guide to the level of focus and state of mind along with some comments on the engagements. It is known to be a classic and one of the few from that era that gets consideration for the reputation of the author.
