The Code Of The Warrior

Warrior cultures throughout history have developed unique codes that restrict their behavior and set them apart from the rest of society. But what possible reason could a warrior have for accepting such restraints? Why should those whose profession can fo

Foreword

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Senator John McCain

Acknowledgments

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Why Warriors Need a Code

1

(20)

The Homeric Hero: A Hector Who Wins?

21

(42)

The Two Faces of Rome: Stoicism and Hedonism

63

(30)

Vikings: Vengeance, Valkyries, and Valhalla

93

(22)

``Never to Do Outrageousity nor Murder'': The World of Malory's Morte Darthur Felicia Ackerman

115

(24)

Native Americans: Warriors of the Sacred Plains

139

(40)

Chinese Warrior Monks: The Martial Artists of Shaolin

179

(20)

The Soul of the Samurai: Duty, Devotion, and Death

199

(32)

The Warrior's Code Today: Are Terrorists Warriors?

231

(14)

Index

245

(13)

About the Author

258

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The Code Of The Warrior

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