Tales of the Hermit, Volume III: The Monk and the Samurai, the Sword Maiden, and the Katana that Caused It All [Hardcover]

Oscar Ratti (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2004

Ratti and Westbrook present a new direction for the graphic novel in a series that follows the Asian adventures of a Western pilgrim who is influenced by the interaction (sometimes violent) of cultures in the Medieval era. The captivating text, presented in a highly developed aesthetic fictional setting, ensures that this new series will also inform, captivate, and inspire readers.

Editorial Reviews

Review

... astounding work of illustrated fantasy. ... an unforgettable blend of Japanese culture, personal growth, and ponderings of the soul. -- Midwest Book Review, November 14, 2004

About the Author

Oscar Ratti and Adele Westbrook have a distinguished reputation as the authors of two books that have long been recognized as classic publications: Secrets of the Samurai, and Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere. Their combined insights, together with a highly developed aesthetic sense and far-ranging artistic ability, ensures that this new Series will also inform, captivate, and inspire readers.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 186 pages
• Publisher: Via Media Publishing Company (October 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1893765059
• ISBN-13: 978-1893765054
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,425,314 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An astounding work of illustrated fantasy and mythology, November 13, 2004

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This review is from: Tales of the Hermit, Volume III: The Monk and the Samurai, the Sword Maiden, and the Katana that Caused It All (Hardcover)

Tales Of The Hermit, Volume III is an astounding work of illustrated fantasy and mythology. Integrating text and haunting, black-and-white images to tell the narrative in a manner bordering on the graphic novel, Tales Of The Hermit, Volume III weaves the stories in a faraway eastern land where a long-traveling and long-suffering westerner has sought refuge. The dazzling stories of swordsmanship, duty, honor, loyalty, the evolution of the spirit, and much more make for an unforgettable blend of Japanese culture, personal growth, and ponderings of the soul.