I’ve read this piece by Rollins a few times over the years, and it is relevant here for both the weightlifting angle and the Mishima quote. It’s inspired a lot of people. It’s Rollins’ own Sun and Steel.
Normally I wouldn’t post a complete essay a man wrote without his permission, but a quick search shows that this has been reprinted and reposted so many times that it seems as though it is OK. If Mr. Rollins objects, I’d be happy to take it down…I don’t think I want to fight him…
Complete essay after the jump:
