5 comments about The Way of Sanchin Kata: The Application of Power.

1. This is an interesting book, useful because it provides a relatively clear instruction as to how to learn the Sanchin kata, and elaborates on the benefits of the kata. However, about a half of the book is unnecessary: it consists of extremely tiring physiological explanations of which muscle is connected to which tendon and what part of the spine is above which part, that this really tests the reader's patience. It is totally irrelevant to a karate practitioner to read such detailed physiological text, all one needs is instruction as to how to allign the body. A part of the book gives the impression that it was written to supplement the volume. It would have been better if the book was shorter, but more focused. Nevertheless, this is a useful book, well worth reading. An advice to readers: when you see drawings of sceletons and internal organs, just skip those pages. Don't waste time. The rest is the interesting stuff.



2. Kris Wilder has done the Okinawan and Japanese Karate world a huge service with this book. Many of us who spent years (decades?) performing the kata seldom understood what we were really trying to accomplish with it. Having studied the form under Osensei's Gogen Yamaguchi and Eizo Shiminbukoru I came away with a basic working understanding and appreciation of this simple yet, complex form. Wilder's book helped to better educate me on what I was doing or in some instances, not doing. I hope I never get to the age or attitude where I can't admit that I don't know everything and give up the joy of learning. Kris Wilder is a dedicated GoJu Karate Instructor and with this book you can easily see that is a true martial arts scholar as well.



3. This is a super book it you want to learn more about Sanchin . Have trained for a long time and wish that I had this book when I hit Okinawa (73-74). It seemed odd that the author talks about many of the same things that my current Yang family Tai Chi instructor keeps reminding me of.



4. I've never really seen this much in-depth treatment of a single kata. There are books out there that delve into a single kick, but nothing like this.
   
   Sanchin is a kata used in several forms of Karate. Wilder goes over this in a chapter devoted to what can be known about this form. He also delves into western physiology, eastern holistic practices, and even mathematics (he's taken alot of flack in reviews for including the Fibonacci ratio) to create a very inclusive treatment of the topic.
   
   The best part of this book comes in the piece-by-piece examination of what each body part is supposed to be doing during the Kata, and the breathing process. The numerous tests he includes to make sure you're doing it all properly are indispensable.
   
   Whether I agree with training methods, like the makiwara, or not, is irrelevant, in my opinion. If you don't use it, or won't, then ignore it. A section on it in this book does not make it inferior for including it. There is a cross-over step he uses in Sanchin that I was not taught, and would be loathe to try, as I've been taught in Judo and other styles not to cross my feet like that. This doesn't detract from the book: it's just a style difference.
   
   The care and attention to detail are apparent throughout, and make this a worthy addition to the library of anyone who uses Sanchin, and material to think about for any practitioner of a kata-based style.



5. Most of the instruction, and most of the DVD, is about the Sanchin stance and not the kata itself. This is the very best part of the DVD and merits a 5 star plus rating. There is a detailed description of the positioning of the feet, knees, hips, spine, arms and breathing technique in the Sanchin stance. This is the type of detailed technical analysis that the Japanese style karate senseis do very well. Since this kata is really about mastering a fundamental stance and not about the detailed applications, this is exactly the emphasis needed in this DVD.
   
   Sanchin is a critical foundation kata that is widely practices in many Okinawan, Japanese and Chinese martial arts. It is a major form used in Goju Ryu karate, Uechi Ryu karate, Shotokan karate, White Crane Kungfu and Five Ancestor's kung fu among others.
   
   The Sanchin kata is a very unusual form. Most katas are primarily about technique and martial arts applications. They are done quickly, with power and focus on learning specific attacks and defense.
   
   Sanchin, on the other hand, is about minimal self defense technique and is about devloping maximum power and chi. It is done slowly and is used to develop powerful roots while building a stable moving stance that forms the basis for exceptional power. It is a very short form with only a few techniques. Simple punches mostly. It is all about developing power that will be utilized in the techniques that make up the other katas in the martial arts. In Chinese martial arts terminology, this form is about the intersection of internal chi based arts and the external muscle and strength based martial arts.
   
   Just like Sanchin, this DVD is relatively short. It is about 55 minutes long.
   
   It opens with a voice over lecture on the relationship between a teacher and student while doing a demo of Sanchin outdoors in a wooded area. There is a discussion of why, historically, teachers withheld knowledge from students and when they trusted them enough to explain what was really going on in the katas. It goes on to a demonstration of the kata in a dojo setting.
   
   The reason I rate this as 4 star and not 5 star is that the DVD is relatively short. It is taught only from the perspective of the Goju Ryu version of the form. That is OK. But it would have been very interesting to hear more about the different variations of Sanchin as practives in the other Chinese, Okinawan and Japanese styles.
   
   If you are learning and practicing the Sanchin kata, then you really want to get this DVD and watch it over and over again to learn the subtleties of the Sanchin stance. The fact that the variation of the kata that you are practicing might be different than this verion in some details does not matter. The Sanchin kata is all about mastering the Sanchin stance and this DVD will help you learn the fine points of the stance.

5 comments about The Twenty Guiding Principles of Karate: The Spiritual Legacy of the Master.

1. The founder of Shotokan Karate, Gichin Funakoshi, laid down these principles for all karate students to follow. This great book explains in detail each of the guiding principles so that students can better understand the basic philosophy of Budo. Master Funakoshi stressed that the ultimate aim of karate was not to fight, but to build character. In fact, the very first principle emphasizes this very point. "Do not forget that karate-Do begins and ends with rei." This means mutual courtesy and respect. This is why students bow to each other in karate classes. Master Funakoshi also emphasized that "Karate stands on the side of justice." All karate students, no matter what style, will benefit greatly from reading this text. As a lifetime student of Shotokan Karate, I believe the twenty principles of Karate taught by Master Funakoshi can serve as a guide to developing your character. Rating: 5 stars and highly recommended. Joseph J. Truncale



2. The Twenty Guiding Principles of Karate: The Spiritual Legacy of the Master
   
   The Twenty Guiding Principles of Karate is a slim, inspiring book that reaches into the rich history of Karate.
   
   From the choice of paper and binding through the beautifully chorographed use of Kanji and significant samples of very old principles, this is a great addition to every martial arts library.
   
   The only problem is there won't be any sequels available from this venerable master.
   
   Bill Eger



3. Makes an excellent gift for someone earning their black belt.
   The principles here are applicable to all martial arts, not just karate.
   If you fell like the latest MMA, extreme fighting trend is somehow barbarous and unmanly, this short but powerful book will give you a deeper understanding why you feel that way.



4. This book steps deeper into the meanings put forth by Master Funakoshi in his Twenty Guiding Principles of karate. It makes one think more about the spiritual side of Karate as it can be a guide for one's life. An enlightening and must have book for all martial artists



5. A must have for karate stylist. The author did a great job on explaining the meanings of the 20 Principles.

5 comments about Karate-Do Kyohan: The Master Text.

1. Good book. Kata shown for very classial.. however... most schools and JKA do nto follow these standards.



2. This book is a great source of information to anyone studying shotokan karate. It is well written and laid out and very informative.



3. This master text was completed by Master Funakoshi about a year before his death April 26, 1967. Since the original text was in Japanese, a request was made by the family for Tsutomu Ohshima to translate this book into English. This book contains the original nineteen kata of the Shotokan system. Most of the techniques and all the katas are demonstrated by Master Ohshima. However, there are also some old photos of Master Funakoshi demonstrating techniques. This hardcover first edition came out in 1973. This is an important historical book and should be in the personal library of every serious Shotokan karate student. This book contains important information of value to all Shotokan Karate students. The real value of this book can best be appreciated when used in conjunction with training under a Shotokan Karate instructor. I give this book the highest rating of 5 stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Godan: Karate)



4. The fundamental text for most Okinawan Karate styles. If you are serious about karate, then you already have a copy. If you don't have a copy, then get one.
   
   This is the 19 kata of Funakoshi's style. There are no Bunkai provided (or it would be 10 volumes) but it is the earliest text that shows the proper execution of all kata before they were 'corrected' by modern 'masters'. Kata are an often misunderstood part of karate-do, but they represent the core teachings of a style. Kata are for self-defence, free sparring is for trophies.
   
   I would have prefered a direct translation of the original with the original photos but this text has kept me going for twenty years and there is at least twenty more years of work in there.



5. excellent reference for the student of shotokan karate. photo progression of katas. my sensei recommended this book. it arrived quickly after ordering and in excellent condition.

5 comments about Karate-Do: My Way of Life.

1. Few know what it is like to be a martial artist to the core like Funakoshi. Whatever your discipline, passion or focus, you can find something valuable here. This text is, without a doubt, as significant as "The Book of 5 Rings" or "The Art of War." You don't have to be a martial artist to appreciate it's brillance.



2. I found this book extremly interesting and insightful. I practise Shotokan Karate and it is very interesting to get a glimpse into Master Funakoshi's life.



3. This is THE definative guide to how the study of Karate was first legalized and then popularized and how it can help improve one's life.



4. This is a great memoir of the life of one of Karate's most significant Masters of the Art.
   
   Funakoshi Sensi tells his story from his early school days and what circumstances led to his embrace of bushido. He describes in detail his early relationship with two seminal figures in the development of martial arts in Okinawa. This history begins with the Meiji Restoration in Japan in 1868, when Japan began to embrace Western standards by outlawing the ways of the ancient warrior code of Japan.
   
   In the unfolding story, Funakoshi Sensi tells of his relationship with two of Okinawa's living legends of the art of Karate who mentored Funakoshi at night - sometime all night long because of the banning of these martial traditions. This is perhaps the most fascinating explication in the book as biographical information on Master Azato and his friend and Martial Arts brother, Itosu, both men being the foremost experts living on Okinawa at the time.
   
   Besides the biographical information in the book, Funikoshi Sensi develops a worthwhile philosophy on the art of Kartae and on other martial arts contemporary to his moment in history; in this explication we learn what Kartae is and what is not. Karate is moving Zen, meant to develop the character of the practitioner. As such, every movement in kata begins with a defense and not a technique of attack. It is the character of the practitioner of utmost importance, and not his or her ability to fight.
   
   More importantly, in Funikoshi's later life, the Master was largely responsible for the spread of Kartae on the mainland of Japan. His important contribution ranks along side of the other great masters of marital arts.
   
   This book is one hell of a ride through the annals of the Martial Arts world and I highly recommend it.



5. A great book on his life. He sets alot of things straight on the real facts and philosophy of Karate-do.

5 comments about The Art of Hojo Undo: Power Training for Traditional Karate.

1. When I glanced through this tome my first thought was that any book with forewords by three 8th dan black belts and one 10th dan black belt has got to be good. After perusing the materials I quickly discovered that it wasn't just good, it was great!
   
   While a few books (including a couple of my own) touch on the subject of hojo undo (supplementary training), I found The Art of Hojo Undo uniquely comprehensive and utterly fascinating. The only thing that even comes close was a book by famous karateka Morio Higaonna, which has been out of print for decades. Topics include lifting tools such as makiage (wrist roller), chiishi (stone weights), nigiri gami (gripping jars), and ishisashi (stone padlock), impact tools such as makiwara (striking post), tou (bamboo bundle), jari bako (sand box), and kakite bikei (blocking post), body conditioning exercises, partner drills, and auxiliary exercises, along with some interesting comments on hojo undo by a couple of Okinawan karate masters.
   
   The author has a very engaging writing style. A practitioner since 1973, he has tons of practical knowledge and experience to share with his readers. Packed with rare and unique photographs, clear illustrations, and articulate instructions this book is a wonderful resource for classical martial artists. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
   
   Lawrence Kane
   Author of Martial Arts Instruction and Surviving Armed Assaults; co-author of The Way of Kata, The Way to Black Belt, and The Little Black Book of Violence



2. I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book both from a historical perspective and also from a practical perspective in the use of home made equipment. Well I guess a better term would be to say, "Training with anything available to improve your martial arts technique." Because that is exactly what this book suggests. Yes, you can and should use modern exercise equipment, but if you don't have any available, you can adapt virtually anything into a working replica of a particular piece of equipment. And this book shows you how to do just that.
   
   For me, the overall message that I took away from this book was to not become an excuse maker just because you don't have a particular piece of equipment, but to adapt and improvise using anything and everything available to supplement your martial arts training. In other words, "Quit making excuses and get off your lazy behind and start training." Like Kyokushin Karate founder Mas Oyama stated in his book, The Kyokushin Way, "You should train more hours in a day than you sleep." Now this may not be practical for most of you, but for those of you that can, it will make a HUGE difference not only in your life, but also in the lives of others.
   
   If you are looking for a guide to creating and using your own martial arts equipment, then this is the book for you!
   
   Shawn Kovacich
   Martial Artist/Krav Maga Instructor
   Author of the Achieving Kicking Excellence series.



3. Loved this book, great insights into developing power with karate specific exercises.
   Author shows great insight by not only explaining exercises, but emphasizing breathing as well. So many books are pumped out and the most important aspects of harmony in mind, body, and spirit are so often left out. NOT here!
   Highly recommend to anyone interested in traditional karate training and techniques. You will absolutely see an improvement in power both in kata and kumite.
   Perfect blend of history and training lessons. I am training in Matsubayash Shorin Ryu since 1980 "old school" style training and am grateful for some new drills, and reviving some old ones. Thank you.



4. Who would have ever thought that an entire book would be devoted to the subject of Hojo Undo. As a long time practitioner of Uechi-ryu, I really enjoyed this book. Hojo Undo are supplemental exercises practiced by Okinawan stylists. At a time when functional training has become in vogue, i.e. kettlebells, stability balls, bands/tubing, body-weight exercises, etc., it is interesting to see that the Okinawans were way ahead of their times. But these exercises go deeper than the physical. As stated in the book: "Initially, it would appear our bodies are the focal point of the challenge we accept when we begin hojo undo. Once the serious training begins, it soon becomes clearly aimed at our own inner spirit. Make no mistake about it; these tools, if seriously worked with will bring you face to face with your real self. The question is will you like the person you meet?"
   What is good about this book is that not only does it show in detail how to do the exercises, but also how to make the equipment if you're so inclined. Keep in mind, that while I think everyone could benefit from this training, it is really geared to a very narrow audience (Okinawan Karateka). For those of you out there, it's well worth getting this book.



5. This is something I have been missing during all my trainingyears.
   A "Must have" really for everyone interested in Karate.

3 comments about Karate: The Complete Kata.

1. Just what you would come to expect from one of the all time greats in Japanese Shotokan karate, a large (hard back) 240 page book packed with hundreds of small black & white detailed photos & explanations of all the 26 kata in the Shotokan canon.
   
   Each move & many of the intermediate moves are explained in full detail under the pictures.
   
   One nice little surprise for ALL Shotokan Karate-ka is a new (for me anyway - it's actually very old) kata called Koryu Gankaku or (Gankaku-Sho).
   
   Each of the katas movements are highlighted with easy to read symbols to help you with speed, breathing & kime etc.
   
   Bunkai (application of kata) is shown at the end of each kata as well as a glossary of karate terms.
   
   Quite simply a great book to complete Kanazawa Sensei's bookshelf of books including: Black Belt Karate, Karate Fighting Techniques: The Complete Kumite, Karate My Life
   
   At least in this book you may find all the Shotokan Kata in one place, whereas before you had to buy two books which are now becoming quite hard to get a hold of: Shotokan Karate International Kata: Volume 1 & Shotokan Karate International Kata: Volume 2



2. This book is one of two books that I now own that illustrate pure traditonal Shotokan Karate Katas. It has served me well, in the short time that I have owned it, as an invaluable reference. It is not only well illustrated with hundreds of photos but also details the origins of the 27 Shotokan Katas. This is a must have book for all serious Shotokan stylist or any martial artist.



3. In short, this book features the detailed description of all Shotokan Karate Katas, made by Kencho Kanazawa. A must-have reference for all practitioners.

5 comments about How to Fight the Pain Resistant Attacker: Fighting drunks, dopers, the deranged and others who tolerate pain.

1. Well I must admit that I was pleasantly surprised this past Friday to find a copy of this book in my mailbox. Imagine my even greater surprise when I find out that the author had also signed this copy for me. Now it not only will be finding a place in my martial arts library, but also in my "most treasured" section which is where I put all the books that are signed by their respective authors. Okay, so you probably aren't all that interested in whether the book was signed or not, but for me it was an added bonus. So with that said, let's get on with the review...
   
   Once again Loren has done a fantastic job in his very informative and detailed approach to analyzing the tactics and techniques needed to best deal with those individuals who are resistant to pain. Yes, almost all, if not all of these tactics and techniques have been discussed before in many different books and DVD's, but never have I seen this many of them compiled into one book (or DVD for that matter) and in such an informative manner. Loren really gives you a lot of great information on vital and vulnerable targets to strike and what the various results can be from striking these targets, along with the techniques that are best suited for those target areas under various conditions and circumstances.
   
   Now one thing that I do have to clearly state is that, "This book does not teach you how to execute a particular technique, and it is not intended to." It isn't going to teach you how to execute a particular punch, kick, joint technique, etc. What this book is going to do is give the experienced martial artist/self-defense practitioner some much needed tactics and potential target information to use with the skills you have already acquired or are in the process of acquiring.
   
   Loren starts this book off with the obligatory Introduction and quickly follows that up with individual chapters that take a look at the various regions of the body and the target areas that are located in those areas that effectively deliver the greatest results when struck correctly. However, you must keep in mind (just like the title implies) that not everyone is going to be affected the same way when struck by you. Most people will drop like a 50 pound lead weight when struck in the groin, but then there is always the guy that looks at you and smiles as one testicle is rolling out his pant leg, and that is the guy for whom this book is intended to deal with.
   
   I really enjoy Loren's writing and still have yet to obtain one of his DVD's, which I understand are just as good as his books. I have yet to find a book by Loren that I didn't find beneficial and this one is no exception.
   
   I highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone interested in self-defense and I am proud to have this book in my own personal library. Even if it wasn't signed by the author!
   
   Here are a couple of the books by Loren that I also highly recommend:
   
   Street Stoppers: The Martial Arts Most Devastating Trips, Sweeps, and Throws for Real Fighting
   
   Fighter's Fact Book 2: Street Fighting Essentials (No. 2)
   
   Timing in the Fighting Arts: Your Guide to Winning in the Ring and Surviving on the Street
   
   Just to name a few!
   
   Shawn Kovacich
   Martial Artist/Krav Maga Instructor
   Author of the Achieving Kicking Excellence series.



2. This is a fantastic addition too my martial art books. I am a 3rd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and about to open my own school, and being more traditional based (not olympic) we focus more on self-defense. After reading FIGHTING the pain resistant attacker, I can properly explain why we are attacking those areas of the body. I have a degree in biology and this book explained more about those areas then my physiology class did. You will know what to attack, how to attack it, and why we attack those areas of the body for self-defense. Mr. Christensen isn't one of those martial artist that "thinks" these things will work, but has actually used them and knows from experience as a police officer what is worth training on and what isn't. I will be recommending this book to all of my students.



3. This street-oriented book provides the nuts and bolts of how to mount a disorienting and disabling attack against an assailant who feels little or no pain.
   
   Easy-to-follow written instructions and by-the-number photographs clearly illustrate these potentially life-saving (and if need be, life-taking) techniques.
   
   In my opinion, it is better to learn these techniques and not need them, than to need them and not have them!
   



4. Another great book by Loren Christensen. In all my years in Martial Arts, I've never come across a book discussing what to do if the guy doesn't feel the techniques I've trained to do. An easy to read format and great, clear photos make this book another valuable resource to my training!



5. Most people who have engaged in a number of fights have experienced the "now what" moment when a technique didn't produce the desired result, or when they faced someone of humongous proportions or obviously out of their mind due to some intoxicant. ("Now what" is probably not what you were thinking, it was more like, "Oh - and you can fill in the expletive") I've always taught that nothing is 100%, and I like seeing that Loren W. Christensen teaches the same thing. He mentions it more than once in his book "Fighting the Pain Resistant Attacker: fighting drunks, dopers, the deranged and others who tolerate pain." This book is full of advice and techniques to use against those who don't feel or react like most people to painful techniques. These are techniques for the "now what" moments. The book doesn't attempt to cover everything. It focuses on a collection of techniques for a specific purpose, and in that regard, it is a very good book.
   
   The book is just over 200 pages long and divided into ten chapters. These chapters consist of: The Nuts and Bolts of Feeling No Pain; Back of the Head, Temple, Mastoid and Eardrum; Eyes and Nose; Brachial Plexus, Vargus Nerve, Throat & Back of the Neck; Carotid Artery Constriction; Head and Neck Combinations; Torso; Biceps, Forearms and Fingers; Legs, Femoral Nerve, Knees & Peroneal Nerve; and Takedowns. The table of contents pretty much sum this book up. Strait forward, Christensen teaches techniques aimed at those body points specifically for attackers who are not feeling pain. They are brutally effective and for the most part simple to execute, which self-defense techniques need to be. There are many black and white pictures that illustrate very well the moves Christensen teaches.
   
   Additionally, there are "Key Concept" and "Caution" side bars that impart extra little nuggets of information important to anyone studying self-defense and wanting to learn to better defend themselves, both on the street and in the courtroom after the violence has ended. Christensen also adds a little levity and humor in what is otherwise a serious topic. In one picture sequence where he is attacking a female model, the caption starts out, "The handsome attacker grabs your left arm." Another time, after telling a story about asking a student to hit him at a level 2 on a 1 to 10 scale, he acknowledges, "it's not that I'm a coward, I just don't like pain."
   
   Overall I really enjoyed this quick read, and it reinforced some of the techniques I already teach, and I picked up a couple variations to work into my training. I also appreciated some of the medical explanations because I don't think the person studying martial arts or self-defense, and especially those of us who teach, can know too much. We must always be learning and bettering ourselves. This book was a very good addition to my martial art and self-defense library and it will be a good addition to yours too!
   
   Reviewed by Alain Burrese, J.D., author of Hard-Won Wisdom From the School of Hard Knocks and the dvds: Hapkido Hoshinsul, Streetfighting Essentials, Hapkido Cane, the Lock On Joint Locking Essentials series and articles including a regular column on negotiation for The Montana Lawyer. Alain Also wrote a series of articles called Lessons From The Apprentice.

5 comments about Vital Point Strikes: The Art and Science of Striking Vital Targets for Self-defense and Combat Sports.

1. Well, the reason for the five stars is the presentation, which is VERY solid compared to most martial arts books.. The charts and graphs are clear, althought the black clothes sometimes make it hard to see. Not for beginners .. The tecniques usually need a lot of transition to happen
   
   Seems a good item to maximize strikes... The only thing that disapointed me is that some points are a bit vague... Without more references like "2 inches bellow collarbone" became "bellow the joint of collarbone and shoulder" Without a solid reference sometimes, it became hard to get the point..
   
   
   Thinking in the past, it would be a highly treasured manual for striking some 100 or 150 years ago... Now its just as good... Just a little more care with the pictures and point descriptions would make it totally perfect... But that will surely be fixed in a second edition



2. This is a great book for pressure point information, and one of the few books that combines Eastern and Western ideas and reasons for striking a specific area. I would have given this book a 5 star rating but some of the techniques shown and fighting strategies shown in the book are questionable at best. But, the pressure point and other anatomical information was enough for me to give it a 4 star rating.



3. Good photography
   good explanations although kyusho and the like purists probably would say that they are not enough because it's not told the direction in which you must apply pressure or pretend to strike.
   
   There are very good illustrations of the regions, meridians and points. I liked the generally street oriented applications too, which surprised me because I thought I would find mostly sports-tkd material.
   
   Very good work



4. An amazing book. A martial arts masterpiece. Well illustrated, great information, will take a long time to catch the lots of info, and expect never have to use it. Great book.



5. This is a good book, devoted to anatomy of the body. Very nice representation of the points location. You can find here lot of usefull and practical information. But it rather describe application to some spots of body, when points. Subtle difference in strikes and possible prolonged effects from strikes to points not covered here. For this is better reffer to "Dim-Mak" books.

5 comments about Bruce Lee's Fighting Method: The Complete Edition.

1. I have skimmed through the book and the material is awesome. From exercises to stances which are accompanied by photos I must say this is a must for every martial art practitioner!



2. 
   THIS BOOK IS ALL ABOUT FIGHTING AND BEING REDY FOR IT; ITS A MUST HAVE FOR ANY MARTIAL ARTIST,REGARDLESS OF STYLE OR AFILIATION,GENDER OR CREED.
   BRUCE AT IT'S BEST IN PRIME PHISICAL CONDITION,YOU WILL NEVER GET TYRED OF IT.
   GOOD TRAINING GOOD HEALTH,ENJOY LIVING
   REGARDS H.FONSECA



3. This volume is great, to get all of Bruces fighting Method in one book is simply awsome.



4. A very good book for inteligent or thinking martial artists who want to improove their fighting skills or learn something new. I have been a National Champion in my country at sanda, and won silver and broze at muaythai and kickboxing. This book has some detailes that only an advanced fighter would know. And by knowing I dont mean hearing about it but actually experiencing them. One example would be the hook punch. Everyone knows how to throw a hook...But if you are very good at throwing hooks later you should be able to throw then from a jab. I mean you throw a jab and halfway to your target you change it in to a hook. Floyd Mayweather does this often but you have to be in the buisness to see it. To most people it's only a hook. Just like this book is for some only a book. This book opens your mind and for its price...its a bargain.



5. Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do is explained here. Insightful and completely illustrated with photographs on how to fight off assailants from different positions. Pictures of Bruce Lee stopping a knife attacker, or any other mugger, are descriptive enough even if it contained no accompanying text. A worthy choice if you are interested in this legend or protecting yourself.

1 comments about The Karate Mouse (Geronimo Stilton, No. 40).

1. The kids in our elementary school library love this series. They are so cleverly done with the fun and different fonts included in the text. I can't buy them fast enough.