It is interesting to see how and why the ninja came about. She has taught at the high school and university levels in the U.S. and South Korea. I guess what sticks out to me though is when the author talks about his travels in Japan to try and understand the history behind ninjas the subject of the book becomes more about him and less about the topic he is writing about. He takes particular pleasure in combining historical narrative with personal experience.John Anthony Garnet Man is a British historian and travel writer. I liked learning about how they were farmers and how theyLike all history books that pull out one aspect of history to talk about, I think you could get more out of it if you are familiar with the general history of the time and place. Great history of the creatures for all fans!!! Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of On the other hand, there’s very little known about the ninja. It hits certain key points throughout the history of ninjas and helps you better understand myth vs. fact. Please try againSorry, we failed to record your vote. Don't get me wrong, it's not that it totally destroys the book, but I could have done without some of the ramblings This book is a good "beginner book" on ninjas. But, at other times, I didn’t feel like I was reading a book about ninjas at all.
Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Books shelved as ninja: Naruto, Vol. The multitude of names and places was a tad confusing. He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Minicomic Collection This is the first book I've ever had the pleasure of reading by John Man , and if was quite the experiance ! Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Kallie Szczepanski. Welcome back. Batman: The Definitive Visual History: The Definitive History of the Dark Knight in Comics, Film, and Beyond It also takes an in-depth look at Nickelodeon s hit animated show and the upcoming Michael Bay produced movie, putting them in the context of three decades of TMNT action." As you’ve seen throughout history, it was their ability to control time and information that made the ninja so sought after by the elite and warrior class. I found the book interesting in general but there were times when I felt a little lost trying to put the stories in some sort of historical context because there were just so many names and so much time involved.Ninjas were originally a community of farmer-warriors in Medieval Central Japan who banded together in order to maintain their independence from neighboring warlords. Please try againSorry, we failed to record your vote. É muito bom saber as origens da dupla criadora assim como de onde vieram as ideias. The Great Ninja in the Shadows of History in the ninja were sent in to pry inside his ship. ¡GRAN TRABAJO! Not necessarily a bad thing - it's a moderately interesting, breezy book. He loved dressing up as what moderns, both Western and Japanese, imagine as a ninja, swathed in black from head-to-toe. The author, however, is not interested in the "myth" of the ninja except as a cultural artifact. Please try againSorry, we failed to record your vote. On the one hand, ninja excite the imagination and a half-way decent book on them is sure to sell. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Collection, Vol. I don't mind a good action flick but when people credit those films for following reality it gets ridiculous. February 5th 2013 Si creciste queriendo ser alguna de las 4 tortugas ninjas, este libro es para ti, te hace conocer lo que jamas hubieras imaginado hay detrás de la creación y desarrollo de esta gran franquicia del entretenimiento moderno, único It wasO.K., so it's an academic approach to learning some of the truths to a secretive society. And that is good.I liked what I read of this book but had to stop reading it because fall semester began & it was way too much thinking for me on top if my studies. O texto é conciso, não se estende demais, passa todas as informações necessárias. Radical Mutations explores how TMNT s phenomenal popularity has been kept alive through new comic books, animated shows, and some hugely imaginative merchandising. But if you're looking for a comprehensive history of the concept of ninjas dating from feudal Japan to the present, look elsewhere. One of these items is dispatched sooner than the other.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate Visual HistoryThis shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Libro fantastico, è bellissimo rivevere l'evoluzione delle turtles piu famoso al mondo!! There were parts that I was less interested in because he starts talking about his own personal journey or the James Bond ninja connection. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Awesome book in great condition with a lot of bonus and nice pictures.
I got this for my friend as a Christmas present, the book is huge and full of illustration. I guess what sticks out to me though is when the author talks about his travels in Japan to try and understand the history behind ninjas the subject of the book becomes more about him and less about the topic he is writing about. Trying to tie the growth of the ninja clans into the other threads of feudal Japanese history with little to no background info on the history of the shogun and the samurai makes for a VERY confusing read for anyone not already familiar with Japan. Please try againSorry, we failed to record your vote. It is very colorful book, has a lot of beautiful pictures and inserts (colored and b&w).... as a gift and I know the recipient will love it. This collectible hardcover examines the popularity of the Turtles as well as the periods when the brothers briefly slipped out of fashion. O.K., so it's an academic approach to learning some of the truths to a secretive society. Those expecting an exhaustive and meticulously researched account on the subject may want to look elsewhere.Excellent history of the Ninja, but I think the author may have bitten off more than he could chew with this book.
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