Scott Shaw does a good job integrating the spirituality inherent in Bushido into the modern practice of swordsmanship. This is inspiring and proivdes an element to the martial arts which few people in the west are exposed to. Westerners have a hard time understanding. I think Samurai Zen really conveys Zen Buddhism in a exceptional manner. Though the shaw focuses on Japan and Iaido. This book would benefit all practioners who wish to know more about Zen Buddhism. This book will aid anyone who wants to understand the foundations of the Japanese Samurai and who wish to bring Zen into their everyday life. ( )