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| Author | : Stephen F. Kaufman |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 130 |
| Release | : 2012-05-15 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1462906362 |
This classic interpretation of Miyamoto Musashi's famous Book of Five Rings is intended specifically for the martial artist--as Miyamoto Musashi originally intended. It explains the underlying truths necessary for a full understanding of Musashi's message for warriors. The result is an enthralling book on martial strategy that combines the instincts of the warrior with the philosophies of Zen Buddhism, Shintoism, Confucianism and Taoism. It is a crucial book for every martial artist to read and understand. Like the original, this classic book of strategy is divided into five sections. The Book of Earth lays the groundwork for anyone wishing to understand Musashi's teachings; the Book of Water explains the warrior's approach to strategy; the Book of Fire teaches fundamental fighting techniques based on the Earth and Water principles; the Book of Wind describes differences between Musashi's own martial style and the styles of other fighting schools; while the Book of No-thing describes the "way of nature" as understood through an "unthinking" existing preconception. Famed martial artist and bestselling author Stephen Kaufman has translated this classic without the usual academic or commercial bias, driving straight into the heart of Musashi's martial teachings and interpreting them for his fellow martial artists. The result is an enthralling combination of warrior wisdom and philosophical truths that Musashi offered to other warriors who wished to master the martial way of bushido.
| Author | : Brian Kennedy |
| Publisher | : North Atlantic Books |
| Total Pages | : 356 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9781556435577 |
Chinese martial arts masters of the past wrote secret training manuals as well as training manuals available to the general public, sometimes appearing themselves in the illustrations. These manuals are an invaluable source of information about China's martial arts past and the photographs and drawing which many of them contain provide a glimpse back in time to how Chinese martial arts was actually practiced by the masters of the past. This book introduces the rich literary and pictoral legacy of Chinese Martial Arts Training Manuals for the first time to the west.
| Author | : Laura Scandiffio |
| Publisher | : Annick Press |
| Total Pages | : 68 |
| Release | : 2003 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 9781550377767 |
The history and philosophy of the various martial arts and how they have evolved to today's practice.
| Author | : Marc De Bremaeker |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 674 |
| Release | : 2012-04-17 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1462905587 |
A well-placed kick can mean the difference between victory and defeat in a fight! This illustrated guide to martial arts kicks provides the reader with a wealth of information on 89 different types of kicks from various styles. This martial arts book features kicks from Karate, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Kempo, Capoeira, Jeet Kune Do, and more. In a self-defense situation, there is no room for defeat. Readers will learn how to unleash a devastating barrage of kicks to throw their opponents off guard and leave every match in victory. The Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks has one purpose: to help readers hone their kicking proficiency so that they can readily deploy the most powerful tool in the fighter's repertoire. It contains thousands of photos and diagrams to show readers exactly how to perform all of the 89 kicks inside this book. Packed with full-color photos, detailed diagrams and a companion DVD featuring 50 of the most powerful kicks, this book is required reading for every martial artist who wants to sharpen and expand their kicking skills. You'll learn all about: Front Kicks Side Kicks Roundhouse Kicks Back Kicks Hook Kicks Crescent Kicks And many more!
| Author | : Fay Goodman |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : Aikido |
| ISBN | : 9781859677780 |
The ancient martial arts disciplines are used not only for self-defense; they also contribute to a person's sense of harmony and well-being. Featuring specially commissioned photographs drawing on the expertise of highly qualified practitioners, this book examines in detail the history and philosophy behind the martial arts and the etiquette and techniques of primary and more advanced moves. 700+ color photos.
| Author | : George Ancona |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 9781620141885 |
Introduces Capoeira, a combination of play, martial arts and dance, as practiced in the United States and Brazil, as well as its colorful roots in the African slave culture of Brazil and its history.
| Author | : Martial |
| Publisher | : Purdue University Press |
| Total Pages | : 234 |
| Release | : 1969 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : |
| Author | : Rosario Moreno Soldevila |
| Publisher | : BRILL |
| Total Pages | : 636 |
| Release | : 2017-07-31 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 9047409892 |
This volume is the first comprehensive commentary on the fourth book of Martial's epigrams. The introduction discusses its date of publication, major themes (Domitian, literature, death), the arrangement and form of the epigrams, and some issues concerning the transmission of the text. Of special note is the author’s study of the structure of the book. The commentary, preceded by the Latin critical text and an English translation, aims to provide readers with as much pertinent information as possible to enable them to fully comprehend the epigrams. Attention is paid to style and literary tradition, as well as to realia. Both each individual epigram and the book as a whole are studied as finely accomplished works of art.
| Author | : Victoria Rimell |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 240 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| Genre | : Art |
| ISBN | : 0521828228 |
Explores Martial's radical vision of the relationship between art and reality and his role in formulating modern perceptions of Rome.
| Author | : Mark V. Wiley |
| Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 358 |
| Release | : 2011-12-20 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 1462903479 |
Widely practiced but not always understood, the Filipino martial arts have a rich history and distinctive character that have not fully been documented until now. Written in the context of Philippine history and culture, Filipino Martial Culture uncovers the esoteric components of the Filipino martial arts and the life histories of the men who perpetuate them. Included are: the history of turbulence and war in the Philippines from prehistoric times to the present day; the culture of the Filipino martial arts, including warrior ethos and worldview, spirituality, folklore, and weaponry; biographical sketches of eighteen Filipino masters and descriptions of their respective fighting styles; and a comparative study of the ethos, ideology, and development of the Filipino martial arts in relation to the considerable martial traditions of India, China, and Japan. In the course of his research, internationally renowned martial arts master and scholar Mark V. Wiley traveled the globe, interviewing top masters and recording their life histories, thoughts, and anecdotes. In addition, he collected 320 historical photographs and illustrations, including step-by-step sequences of the masters demonstrating the distinctive techniques of their particular martial styles. A classic reference for practitioners and researchers alike, this Filipino martial arts book is as much a definitive anthropological textbook as it is a practical guide to Arnis, Kali, Eskrima, and the other martial arts of the Philippines.
