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Sumo: The Sport and the Tradition
James Alexander Sargeant
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Sumo: The Sport and the Tradition - Sargeant, James Alexander
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Synopsis "Sumo: The Sport and the Tradition"
""Sumo: The Sport and the Tradition"" by James Alexander Sargeant is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Japanese sport of sumo. The book delves into the history and cultural significance of sumo, exploring its origins as a Shinto ritual and its evolution into a professional sport. It also provides an in-depth look at the rules, techniques, and training methods used by sumo wrestlers. The book features stunning photographs of sumo wrestlers in action, as well as detailed illustrations that explain the various moves and holds used in the sport. Readers will also learn about the intricate rituals and ceremonies that are an integral part of sumo, including the pre-bout purification ceremony and the post-bout salt throwing ritual.In addition to its focus on the sport itself, ""Sumo: The Sport and the Tradition"" also explores the cultural and social significance of sumo in Japanese society. The book examines the role of sumo in promoting national identity and unity, as well as its influence on popular culture and entertainment.Overall, ""Sumo: The Sport and the Tradition"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating sport and the rich cultural traditions that surround it.Story Of Japanese Wrestling And Wrestlers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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The book is written in English.
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