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The Book of Five Rings

This book primarily focuses on the art of "strategy" and swordplay/fencing. However, the way it talks about that idea is more in line with attempting to think beyond the weapon to how it can be used efficiently and precisely.

Garrett

Nov 9, 2026 — 2 min read

The Book in 1 Sentence

An ancient book the speaks to the way of strategy that falls in line with the wisdom of The Art of War.

Brief Review

Why I Read this book

It has been mentioned in tons of books like No Easy Day, The Warrior Poet Way, and others.

In-Depth Review (Favorite Quotes)

I was thinking about this as I was reading this. A lot of the information provided does have a "Well duh" initial thought process as it goes on. Well at least for me. Then I have to remember that I am reading a primary source that has been mentioned multiple times by other books. I have also sat in courses and lectures about the art of war and strategy.

There are some in here that do makes sense even from a non-military mindset. The Book of the ground talks about knowing your long sword and short sword. As someone who takes part in shooting competitions, that could quickly and easily translate to a pistol and rifle. However, if we move beyond the weapons, I can translate this knowing my job, my passions, and my life.

One of the last books talks about knowing that this isn't the end, but it is the end. There is a void that comes for us all and that is nothing to be scared of. I am not saying this as a means to replace a religious belief, but more to speak that we only get this one life. We should spend it being our best.

Rating

A short set of lessons that for sure have a larger role to play for those of military. However, that doesn't mean those that are not active in that world cannot learn from it. I can feel myself starting to get preachy so I will just say that this is a worthwhile book for younger NCOs. Outside that life, it is a slow read. The information is light to make it very worthwhile. I give this a 6.

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Book Name	ISBN Code
The Book of Five Rings	9780834827868

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