Vikings. One of history’s most recognisable archetypes. These hardy warriors enjoyed fighting and conquering, but there was much more to the...

Jamie Ryder
Jamie Ryder

Jamie Ryder grew up in Manchester with a comic in one hand and a Stoic quote in the other. Now he writes stealth help books like Japanese Fighting Heroes and Norse Fighting Heroes, where ancient wisdom and battles meet pop culture and personal growth lessons. 

Because self-improvement is more fun with a few fight scenes, and if Marcus Aurelius, Miyamoto Musashi, and Thor had a group chat, Ryder would just listen and take notes.

Books

Norse Fighting Heroes: Kings, Conquerors and Shieldmaidens

Vikings. One of history’s most recognisable archetypes. These hardy warriors enjoyed fighting and conquering, but there was much more to the culture than physical might. A deep sense of spirituality and purpose permeated the Norse societies that dreamed beyond their borders. And Norse history is a tapestry of adventurers, kings, wayfarers,...

Japanese Fighting Heroes: Warriors, Samurai and Ronins

From the demon-killing Minamoto no Yorimitsu to the immortal poet Ono no Komachi, find out about the fascinating world of Japanese warriors and folk-heroes. Japanese mythology is filled with stories of larger-than-life characters that shaped the landscape of Japan. They are the folk heroes who slayed monsters, fought in epic battles and...