True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki (the Authentic Ninja Training Manual)

When researching the real history of theShonobi no Mono (aka Ninja) and what they actually did, Antony Cummins is an absolute must!True Path of the Ninja is the genuine article. Translated from the Shoninki (written in the late 1600's) it is ram packed with useful information and gives a clear window into the shadowy world of Medieval Japanese Espionage!

The Shoninki is perhaps the most highly regarded of the historical ninjutsu manuals. This is a must have for anyone interested in the ninja, samurai or medieval japan. It is a clear translation and very readable.

Fascinating read! The book is in excellent condition and was delivered promptly.

A straight translation with some explanation. Makes anyone interested in ninja see things from a different perspective. Short book, can be read in a single sitting.

Fascinating book. Informative and well laid out.Accessible introduction to ninja 'from the horses mouth',with enough detail to interest casual readers and Japanese history buffs alike.

If you want true information on ninjas then this is the book full of excellent historical facts on how they worked and lived there's no other books around that come on par with this so buy now!

I thought this was excellent, an insight in the the approach of ninja at the time when they would have been most active

i thought there would be more information in the book but i was dissapointed, some interesting reading! but ok for anyone who hasnt been training for long.