| | Other Martial ArtsGeneral| | The Martial Arts - Origins, Philosophy, Practice by Peter LewisAn introduction to the origins, philosophy and practice of the world's martial arts. This book provides a chapter-by-chapter tour of the many varieties of martial arts, such as aikido, lai-do, jiu-jitsu and Thai boxing, discussing how and why these arts developed, and their ways and laws. |  |
| Kodo: Ancient Ways by Kensho Furuya I have added Kodo: Ancient Ways to the well worn section of my library! This book is a must for the serious traditional Martial Artist. Kensho Furuya Sensei's Kodo Column articles from over the years have been beautifully compiled in this book. Forty-one of the best articles of the popular Ancient Ways column in Martial Arts Training magazine are brought together. 150 illustrations, 40 never before published photos. A 6th dan in aikido and 6th dan kyoshi master instructor in iaido, Kensho Furuya is the resident chief instructor of the Aikido Center of Los Angeles. It makes for an excellent read on many of the topical issues that face the modern Martial Artist immersed in a traditional Art-form. Many of the most asked questions faced by new students are dealt with using great anecdotes, and the wisdom of the Masters. A great reference. | |
Aikido| | Complete Aikido - Aikido Kyohan: The Definitive Guide to the Way of Harmony by Roy Suenaka Aikido is excellent exercise, a well developed self-defense system which does not rely on physical strength or size, and--because of its fundamental philosophy of non-violence--it nourishes spiritual growth. Complete Aikido is the authoritative text on this enlightening martial art and self-defense system. With 400 photographs, Roy Yukio Suenaka Sensei describes clearly the execution of aikido techniques, and illuminates the history and philosophy of this martial art. Both a fascinating martial biography and a comprehensive instructional manual, Complete Aikido is a must for all practitioners seeking the way of harmony. Roy Suenaka has devoted his life to martial arts study, learning at the feet of some of the world’s most celebrated masters. His extensive experience makes him uniquely qualified to comment on what aikido is--and is not--and to dispel the many misconceptions that plague its history, philosophy, and martial technique. Co-author Christopher Watson has been studying aikido for eight years under the tutelage of Suenaka Sensei. | 
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 | Angry White Pyjamas by Robert Twigger Adrift in Tokyo, Robert Twigger came to a revelation about himself: he had never been fit. Guided by his flatmates, he set out to cleanse his body and mind, getting involved in Japanese martial arts, and undertaking a course of "budo" training normally taken by the Tokyo Riot Police. In this book, he blends the ancient with the modern - the ultra traditionalism, ritual and violence of the "dojo" (training academy), with the shopping malls, nightclubs and scenes of everyday Tokyo life in the 1990s - to provide an entertaining glimpse of contemporary Japan. Robert Twigger won the Somerset Maugham and William Hill Sports Book of the Year awards for Angry White Pyjamas. | |
Chuan Fa/Quanfa/Kung Fu
| The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu - The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-defence, Health and Enlightenment by Wong Kiew Kit This complete and comprehensive introduction to kung fu--and other aspects of ancient Shaolin wisdom--will prove invaluable to everyone interested in the martial arts, chi kung, or meditation. It shows how kung fu, as well as other Shaolin practices, can bring you health, vitality, mental focus, and spiritual joy. It includes a history of the various forms of kung fu, an in-depth study of kung fu patterns and sets, and an introduction to kung fu weaponry, along with many stories of Shaolin wisdom and healing. Wong Kiew Kit has practiced and taught Shaolin kung fu, chi kung, and meditation for more than 30 years and has over 2,000 students. He is the fourth generation successor of Monk Jiang Nan of the Shaolin Monastery and Grandmaster of Shaolin Wahnam Kung Fu and Chi Kung Institute. He is the author of several books on Eastern wisdom. | |
Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do |
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