Beyond the Black Belt: Sectrets of Advanced Karate Ranks by Gary Purdue Beyond Black Belt reveals why not all black belts are created equal. Using fascinating behind-the-scenes insights and anecdotes, Gary Purdue exposes the secrets of advanced karate ranks in this must read for anyone interested in the martial arts. This is a good book. No pictures, just a fascinating exploration into the phases in training that the various degrees of black belt go through physically and psycologically. You don't need to be a black belt to read it. I opened the book in the morning and didn't put it down until I'd finished reading it. There are a number of amusing tales and the author clearly has the ability to make them amusing. | 
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