The Wu-Tang Manual

Product Description

The Wu-Tang Manual is The RZA’s first written introduction to the philosophy and history of Hip-Hop’s original Dynasty, the Wu-Tang Clan.

Written in a style that is at once personal and philosophical, The Wu-Tang Manual unravels the intricate web of personalities (and alter egos), warrior codes, numerological systems, and Eastern spiritual ethics that define the Wu-Tang dynasty. Packed with information that reflects the breadth and depth of the RZA’s — and rest of the Clan’s — intellectual interests and passions, The Wu-Tang Manual is divided into four books of nine chambers each, for a total of 36 chambers. All together, the book provides the breakdown of essential Wu-Tang components, from basic information about each of the nine core members of Wu-Tang Clan to deeper explorations of the key themes of the Wu-Tang universe, a dictionary-like Wu-Slang lexicon, and an entire section of Wu-Tang lyrics with densely annotated explanations of what they mean. For the hardcore Wu-Tang disciple and the recent initiate alike, The Wu-Tang Manual is the definitive guide to the essence of Wu, one of the most innovative hip-hop groups of all time.

The RZA's most recent book, The Tao of Wu, is also available from Riverhead Books.

Features

• Used Book in Good Condition

Top Reviews

The RZA is genius
by Kris (5 out of 5 stars)
January 22, 2014

Whether you like WU-TANG or not this book is fantastic.

The books is a fantastic story about life in NYC, how the members met, grew up and their life experiences.

Besides being a wu-tang fan I have read many auto-biographies and biographies and few begin to compare to the wu-manual.

The book is fun, exciting, dramatic, captivating and inspiring. If your even thinking about purchasing this book just stop and buy it its worth the cream.

My first copy I spilled a drink on and ruined it. I didn't think twice about purchasing another copy.
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Cool book but damaged
by AA (3 out of 5 stars)
September 11, 2018

This book was listed as new but the edges were damaged and the binding even had some tears. Pretty disappointed since this was a gift.
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RZA sharp
by Uncle T (5 out of 5 stars)
July 27, 2005

If you are a fan of hip hop, an artist, a hustler or whatever, you would do well to read this book. RZA expands on the concepts of supreme mathematics, cinema, brotherhood, the music biz and most importantly philosophy. The book was very insightful and really explained the truth the birth of the Wu Tang, its members and its ideals. RZA is a true 21st century renaissance man. I was not the biggest Wu fan ever but I wanted to check this book out none the less and Im glad I did. Its not a especially long read but you will enjoy it if you are a fan of the culture. Pick this book up, it will be well worth it
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Received gross and dirty
by Pierson Cockburn (1 out of 5 stars)
August 15, 2018

I ordered this book new and it came really dirty. It was covered in stains. They were on both covers of the book and all the sides. The edges were bent as well as the front cover.
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Awesome Gift
by Sayeed A. (5 out of 5 stars)
April 13, 2017

I got this as a gift for a friend and she absolutely loved it!
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A must for fans AND everyone else who has heard of the Wu!
by Tron 50 (5 out of 5 stars)
January 11, 2013

This was such an interesting book to read! As a fan of the music, looking deeper into the mythology and the creation of the Wu-Tang Clan was unbelievable. RZA is his usual conceited self, sounding smug in parts, but the book is surprisingly read-able. I enjoyed it tremendously, and recommend it highly! Look- 5 stars! Can't get no higher!
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Any music lover should purchase this
by Andrew Pascale (5 out of 5 stars)
May 23, 2014

To start i love music. Ive always loved the WU TANG CLAN but after reading this book along with "The Tao of Wu" I got a different understanding of where their lyrics and style comes from. I have passed this book to a couple of friends and they also enjoyed it because they also said that it give them a different outlook on the music.
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Five Stars
by Amazon Customer (5 out of 5 stars)
September 6, 2017

Can't wait to read it!
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Five Stars
by Raquel (5 out of 5 stars)
March 31, 2015

Wu Tang is for the children.
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great
by Mikal (5 out of 5 stars)
May 7, 2014

great book for any wu lover. get it for your friends, help them get into the ways of the wu. lots of solid info about the crew, the songs, their background!!

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