A Book of Five Rings: The Classic Guide to Strategy written by Miyamoto Musashi
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I liked the simplicity of Musashi’s way, told through the five rings. There is a lot to learn from an undefeated champion, philosopher, and artist of this era. He wraps together all his experience, and hones into the most important truths in his carefully considered texts. Perhaps what’s most important, and disappointing, are the many places where “this should be investigated thoroughly” (I’m not sure I’ll get much of a chance to investigate how hacking into the corner of my opponent with a sword will slow him down).
My take-aways are the virtues of patience, mindfulness, and style may deserve greater attention in all situations, not just in the heart of battle.