This
paper discusses thoroughly Musashi's book by looking in depth at each separate 'book' contained within it. The author
points out that Musashi's "Book of Five Rings" at first appears to be a war tale, but on deeper examination is a story that gives insight into human beings and helps them to understand why they do some of the things that they do. The
paper concludes that this book can be used in modern-day life and is popular with many Japanese businessmen when competing over customers and contracts. Table of Contents Introduction Musashi's Introduction The Ground Book (The Earth Book) The Water Book The Fire Book The Wind Book The Book of the Void (The Book of Emptiness) Conclusion