A. L. Sadler was professor of Oriental studies at the University of Sydney from 1922 to 1948. Among his published works are: The Japanese Tea Ceremony: Cha-no-yu, and translations from Japanese literature, including The Ten Foot Square Hut and Tales of the Heike.
Jonathan Yen was inspired by the Golden Age of Radio, and he's carried that inspiration through to commercial work, voice acting, and stage productions. From vintage Howard Fast science fiction to naturalist Paul Rosolie's true adventures in the Amazon, Jonathan loves to tell a good story.
Stephen Turnbull is the author of over seventy-five books of military history on Europe and the Far East, including The Samurai Swordsman: Master of War. He was the historical advisor for the motion picture 47 Ronin and is currently visiting professor of Japanese studies at Akita International University in Japan.
Alexander Bennett holds doctorates from the University of Canterbury and Kyoto University. His recent publications include Naginata: the Definitive Guide, Budo Perspectives, The History and Spirit of Budo, and The Bushido That Japanese Don't Know (in Japanese).