The Craft of the Japanese Sword
Edition: 1st ed edition
Publisher: Kodansha International
Published: July 11, 1997
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 168
ISBN-13: 9780870117985
Subjects: Base metal & ironworking; Militaria, arms & armour; Swords; Hobbies/Crafts; Metal Arts And Crafts; Crafts & Hobbies; Art & Art Instruction; Military Science; Japan; Asian; Antiques & Collectibles / Firearms & Weapons; Metal Work
First sentence: Only forty years ago, it appeared that the ancient craft of the Japanese sword would die out.