Hagakure

Fallen Leaves, at the very heart of Bushido, te Way of the Warrior, was the responsibility to accept one's own death and absolute loyalty to one's lord. But the Way was one of action, and the era of domestic peace, which began in the early 17th century and lasted until modern times, made the warrior's martial skills redundant. His role in society was still important , however, for him fell the responsibility of governing...