5 comments about The Warrior Diet: Switch on Your Biological Powerhouse For High Energy, Explosive Strength, and a Leaner, Harder Body.

1. Restrict your caloric intake and you'll lose weight, at least until your metabolism adjusts. Because this diet is probably more restrictive than most others that are popular with men, such as All Pro, Abs, and Belly Off, it can help you lose that last ten to fifteen pounds, if you've stopped losing weight with the diet you're currently following and want to see if you can get your body fat into the high single digits. To stick with it takes a level of commitment and resolve that most people don't really have, but your motivation to continue may increase as you see progress and learn to tolerate the changes that accompany selective fasting. I recommend it for eight to twelve weeks as an interesting change of pace, but I don't recommend it as a permanent lifestyle change.



2. The Warrior Diet goes way beyond the rationale of thinking when it comes to weightloss. To be honest, this program will challenge you in ways you never even thought of. There's no hype or fluff, just straight to the point knowledge you can use right away. If your serious about losing weight @ a rapid rate,( Now by all means don't let that last sentence scare you.) It is possible to drop 10 -15 lbs per week on this program and keep it off, so I strongly advise you to get this book, one month on the program, and if done right a lot of family and frieds wont even reconise you!!



3. I have been on this diet, slightly modified for two weeks now. I did read the book in its entirety, and even made notes here and there for key points. I have lost 5 pounds, and at one point had more energy. The problem is, this diet cannot possibly work for someone with a high stress, low physical activity career. I can totally see me benefiting three fold if I worked construction or stayed at my old job (I cant realistically get to the gym everyday) This book also seems like a gateway to more of Ori's products. A little like the "naked warrior" book by Pavel. Good read, fun ideas, and helpful like the south beach diet.



4. I started on the Warrior Diet 6 months ago, and it has changed my life. I've lost 26 pounds, added about 10 pounds of muscle, feel great and look great. I'm over half way to my long-term goal. The best part is I'm never hungry and I don't feel deprived. I've never been able to stick to a diet due to hunger & feeling deprived. Another reason I've failed at previous diets is I have not seen rapid & persistent progress. My progress on The Warrior Diet has been both rapid and persistent.
   
   Note that The Warrior Diet is more than a "Diet". It really is a lifestyle. Many folks may not be ready to modify their lifestyle. But if you are ready for a new, healthier, happier lifestyle, "The Warrior Diet" is what you've been looking for!...Chris.



5. It ain't easy, but it works. 100%. But, if I wanted easy, i'd stay flabby. For an inspirational book to help with this and everything in your life, check out Live Like A Fruit Fly - also on amazon.

5 comments about Meditations on Violence: A Comparison of Martial Arts Training & Real World Violence.

1. While the author clearly knows what he's talking about, his experience and consequently his book is not very useful to the reader. Why ? Because first of all there is a very wide gap between knowing and doing. Secondly the book gets quickly repetitive and confusing with a series of what the author calls matrixes which may have been intended to look scientific and serious but they are actully more of a hindrance than a help ... Couldn't finish the book.



2. Insightful, easy to read and great content. I would recommend to any martial artist or individual interested in self defense. A great compliment to Grossman's On Combat and On Killing.



3. 
   Rory Miller is a veteran corrections officer, and spent the better part of his career facing the dregs of humanity on a daily basis. "Meditations on Violence" is intelligently assembled, Rory never loses us in technical language or spiritualistic babble and he always makes room for the novice.
   
   It's difficult to write a blanket review of this book, it's got such a diverse range of subjects and Miller really covers his bases when he presents his argument. I have read it cover to cover several times, and there are many points Rory makes that have altered my approach to teaching, training, and defining what it is I'm actually promoting in my school.
   
   There are many places I disagree with Rory, but none where I can't at least understand his point of view. His experiences led him to his truth, mine led me to another. And even in disagreement, I have to admit: I'm not in a line of work that exposes me to this level of violence every day, like he is. If I were, my opinion would probably be closer to his.
   
   Much of the writing style is in-your-face, even combative at times, and like all authors who are martial artists with jobs in high-risk facilities, Miller can get a bit preachy now and again. But it's never without reason or intelligence, and he never plays the "I'm better than you because I been down this road and you ain't" card. In fact, given his training and experience, Rory Miller is a bit more self-effacing and humble than I would have expected from the gun-toting, law enforcement, snap-your-neck-in-three-different-languages crowd.
   
   Rory's life experiences earn him the right to preach, but even when he gets on a pulpit about something, it's always a worthwhile sermon. He writes with authority on a subject that is flooded with armchair warriors, half-educated streetfighters and kung fu wannabes. Whatever your occupation, gender, martial system or religion, I can say this with full confidence: This book will change your views on violence, Martial Arts, teaching, and probably half a dozen other things as well.
   
   There is a particular section that I want to write about here: The "go" button. It's arguably the most critical element in real self defense, and it's so seldom addressed that I question the validity of a martial arts instructor who doesn't preach it. Rory gives it good service here, and I wish this was a case where he got more wordy with it. There's no need, he makes the point, but in my opinion...It just can't be stressed enough. However, he tells it like it is: YOU DECIDE NOW, AND TRAIN FOR IT. The last page of this chapter has a short essay on "Permission". Buy this book, if for no other reason, to read it. Take my word for that.
   
   Let me insert a caveat here; This book is not for everybody. Gritty and unrelenting, Rory has absolutely no sympathy for his readers' psychological health, and many of the anecdotes contain scenes of horror that linger in your mind longer than you might prefer. I have certain parts earmarked to avoid because I usually need several stiff drinks afterward.
   
   Having said that, I can recommend Miller's book without hesitation.
   
   Rory's tales are captivating, but harsh. If you don't normally read things with an over-abundant amount of physical gore or psychological horror, then parts of this book will leave you stunned after reading them. Especially considering that he's not making this stuff up; There are people like the ones he writes about on the streets in your town at this very moment. You are almost certainly not prepared to deal with them to the extent that they are for you, and even the most experienced "Karate Sensei" will find it tough to swallow. But they would be doing themselves and their students an injustice to face it, because there are things in this book that every instructor needs, regardless of the art they teach.
   
   Meditations on Violence was really the right title for this book, it's abundantly clear on every page that Miller has put time, effort and thought behind his words. If you want to know why this is so important, and the rarity of such a book covering this subject so well, go read a few of the other streetwise, self-defense style publications on the market today. Rory never comes across as a self defense blowhard who can't see past his own ego, his book sets a standard that the typical "martial arts for the street" category seldom attains.
   
   Meditations on Violence demands to be READ, not just scanned. It's an honest, unrefined dose of the real world coupled with insightful training guides and advice. I could go on for pages touting the depth of knowledge in this book. Even the preface is an attention-grabber.
   
   If you are a martial arts teacher, law enforcement officer, or just a concerned civilian interested in physical violence and the steps necessary to avoid it, this book is a crucial must-have.



4. I am a martial artist and a middle aged man and found much of what he said to be truthful and brutally honest in a way that often makes people uncomfortable. in a sense that was one of the themes of the book, victims go with the flow, or freze up rather due to the societal conditioning to not be rude, or awkward. Also, thou I expected a book that was written to tear down martial arts and say they are bunk and worthless in a real fight, what i found was rather a martial artist being hinest about what works when and where, and how one can help themselves overcome their own illusions of what reality is before reality bites them in the rear. If i have a criicism of the book I would say that on a couple of occasions Sgt. Millers own experiences are presented as fact rather than a small example of a greater whole. i understand that this is how he see things, but it does seem to contradict his own philosiphy at times. For example his views on the homeless and on the three types of criminals are overly simplified and make very black and white statements about vast socioeconomic and mental behavioral issues based on one experiment that he was a part of in college, albeit an intense hands on experiment, and his job as a jail guard. In his job he does not really have the luxury of doing anything but dehumanizing criminals becasue to have too much sympathy for them can be extremely dangerous, and i believe that his views on the homeless are actually rather ridiulous and in my opinion smack of his own personal politcal views as much as his experiences. He completely neglects to metion the homless that are mentally ill, or beyond redemtion adicts and dehumanizes them to pure user and abusers of the system. As far as that goes though, take it with a grain of salt as you will. But all in all this is a fantastic book that i think will not only benefit the martial artist but the average person as well. This can help point the average person on the path towards a safer set of life habits, and it can make the trained martial artist truly impervious to all but the most sever of the attacks he refers to.



5. This is one of the best books out there on how violence happens, how to avoid it and how to survive it. It is simple, yet profound on account of the fact that the author has literal, hands-on experience with dozens of types of violent encounters. This isn't a book about a particular school of martial arts. It is simply a book about the mental and physical aspects of surviving violent encounters in the real world. The unique thing about this book is the Bibliography. Instead of a comprehensive but disordered listing of books for future reference, the author categorizes his sources and takes the time to tell you why each book has value. In the 300 or so reviews I've done, I've never had reason to comment on the Bibliography, but this aspect alone is worth the price of the book in light of the author's background and experience. No library on Self-Defense should be without this book.

5 comments about Got Fight?: The 50 Zen Principles of Hand-to-Face Combat.

1. I love Forrest as a fighter and an author. His humble down to earth personality is well reflected in this book. He has had his share of ups(having the light heavyweight title) and downs (being run out the the ring by Anderson Silva). This book deinitely represents these ups and downs very well. He shares his weaknesses with the reader which definitely makes them strengths. This book gives the reader the whole range of emotions. From his introductory test where I was laughing my balls off at his questions to the moment I began crying when I realized I had failed his test and should go home crying to my mother. If you are looking to become a better fighter or martial artist because of this book I think you should look elsewhere. While he does share some martial arts techniques in the pages of this book, it is his humor which creates the awesomeness of this book. His writing style is second to none. He kept me drawn in the entire time and I read the entire book in three days. If I wasn't such a slow reader I probably would have read it in just a few hours. I really hope that he writes another book. Please Forrest Please!



2. Knowing Forrest Griffin's personality from his Ultimate Fighter and UFC days, I was not expecting a serious book by any means. However, I felt that the antics and silliness of the book got in the way of the actual methods and techniques.



3. We got this for a Christmas present for my husband's brother. He loved it! My husband also loves this book and this is his favorite fighter.



4. I'm not normally a book reader. But when this book ended I was a little upset, and not in a bad way. I never thought that I would wish that a book was longer but I felt that way about GOT FIGHT. Usually I think all books are too long or written for some other person. I never once felt that way while reading this. It is not a book for those trying to learn about some magical technique to stop your opponent cold in its tracks. If that's what your looking for than I would suggest sticking with video games or the fantasies in your head. *Cough* LOSER *COUGH*. Instead though if you want something to read that speaks to the side of you that no one ever seems to understand. That side of you that you can never properly explain to anyone when they ask "why?" why do you fight, why do you put yourself through all the pain an sacrifice then this is for you.



5. Forrest Griffin is one of the few UFC fighters that will draw my attention to a UFC fight. More than dedicated MMA fans will enjoy this book.
   
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   Got Fight?: The 50 Zen Principles of Hand-to-Face Combat

5 comments about The Little Black Book of Violence: What Every Young Man Needs to Know About Fighting.

1. The so-called `little black book' is actually a weighty tome, and if you're looking to understand violence and how to deal with it, this volume has pretty much got it covered.
   
   Expert advice and real-world insights are delivered in true Kane and Wilder style. Working on many levels, they connect the wisdom of ancient masters like Sun Tzu and Miyamoto Musashi with leading modern-day martial artists and self-protection gurus to paint a truly complete picture.
   
   The book spotlights the real cost of fighting in graphic and sometimes gruesome detail, with photos to match. The aim is to familiarise the reader with real-world violence and give them the tools to make the right decisions when faced with a potentially violent situation.
   
   The question of when to fight (and when not to) is given the careful consideration it deserves and is one of the highlights of the book. The writers take into account the important factors of youth and pride, especially in young males, and provide a realistic framework for judging the right course of action based on reason rather than emotion.
   
   Personal anecdotes abound -- some humorous, some profound, many shocking -- from martial artists, security personnel, law enforcement and armed forces. The issues of weapons such as knives and guns is included throughout, along with advice on dealing with wounds, psychological trauma and the tricky matter of the law.
   
   The text is so comprehensive that several readings and regular revisions would be the only way to truly know and digest the wealth of information contained within. The Little Black Book of Violence is one very big, very credible source on the subject, and comes with a big recommendation.
   Goran Powell, author of Waking Dragons: A Martial Artist Faces His Ultimate Test



2. A very well written book on the violence cycle. This book is written for 'young men' but there is a lot of totally relevant information for women here and it is so easy to read! Granted, the humor is male oriented (as it should be for the target audience) but you will be hard pressed to find so much information in one book elsewhere. I thoroughly recommend this book for beginner to advanced in the field of self defense.



3. After reading more into an overly broad mention of this book on Glenn Reynolds "instapundit" I picked up a copy and finished it last night.
   
   Let me take a page from the author's book as it were.
   
   Violence is a horrible thing. Its messy, its gory, it is painful, and it often results in death, disfigurement, and legal action. The taking of a human life is not a decision that should be arrived at easily nor quickly. Even the attempt to kill in "sanctioned" situations can lead to emotional, physical, and spiritual distress of an individual.
   
   However, for the horrors of violence, there are often times where violence is the correct answer, the best choice. Believe it or not (and the authors would have you believe not) violence isn't a tool of last resort. The authors would have you believe that you should only fight when backed into a corner trapped, with no other way out. They further pontificate that you should change your life, avoiding certain places, people, and things. You should be afraid, avoid going out after dark, and avoiding new places and new situations, all so you can avoid violence.
   
   Be a coward. But at least you'll be alive.
   
   I don't agree, at all. Somethings are worth fighting for. Somethings are worth killing for. Somethings are worth dying for. And not as a last resort either.
   
   I think the authors and I would agree, that your life is worth fighting for. That is the premise of the second half of their book anyway, what to do once you find yourself in a situation where a fight is unavoidable. But even then I disagree with their "mental and verbal judo" approach to things. They would rather have you let your enemy control the battlefield, allowing them to be the aggressor, putting you into a position from which you react to them rather than initiating or escalating the conflict.
   
   The book however, isn't a complete waste (hence two stars rather than one), just misdirected. The sections on situational awareness are very good. They stress that you need to be situationally aware at all times, and not just when on unfamiliar ground or in new situations. They preach the credo "Trust in God, but everyone else needs to show their hands" and more importantly to check the hands, check the feet, watch the posture. Don't be lulled and to be prepared.
   
   As far as their self defense teachings go...its hard to learn this type of stuff from a book. Really hard. As a matter of fact I can only think of one or two ways worse than learning self defense from a book, and that would be to teach yourself, or to learn it from watching "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon"...
   
   That really isn't a fault of the authors however. Thats a limitation of the medium.
   
   If I were to get off my lazy butt and write a book of this nature, here's the way I'd do it.
   
   1) Understand what it means to fight for something. It means being willing to accept death, dismemberment, and legal action. It means being willing to hurt, maim, or kill.
   2) Decide what is worth fighting for. This is on the individual to decide and to determine. For me, life, liberty, family, and country are worth fighting for. The three bucks in my wallet? Probably not.
   3) Prepare yourself to fight for those things. Be situationally aware. Be prepared to end the fight quickly by any means. Be prepared to make the decision to fight before it is forced upon you.
   4) Know how to fight. Take a good self defense program/class. Avoid competitive martial arts.
   5) Read "The Gift of Fear" and "On Killing"
   6) Live you life how you will, without regret, and without some book (or some reviewer on Amazon) telling you how.



4. The information in this book can go a long way to helping one understand the realities of violence. I know that many young people get involved in martial arts with the misplaced notion that they are going to become a well oiled fighting machine. This book would be great required reading to help such individuals develop a better perspective of the true value of the martial arts.



5. Kane and Wilder really made me think about fighting in a way that I never have before. The authors lay out the cost of violence in stark, realistic terms. It is scary stuff, but it ensures that we understand the full ramifications and consequences of violence so that we can make smart decisions about fighting. I got a little queasy reading some of the author's examples and viewing some of their pictures was downright disturbing (thank god they are not in color), but I learned a LOT from the experience. And I know that I am better off for it too.
   
   The title is catchy, but don't let it mislead you. Far from little, it is a weighty tome, almost 400 pages long. And it is packed with invaluable information. There is a non-judgmental survey to fill out before and after reading the book that helps us determine what we are willing to do or not do, and what we are willing to have done to us or a loved one. I really loved that part. It is a fantastic way of sorting out what is worth fighting for and what is not. Such choices cannot rationally be made during an encounter, so we need to think about it ahead of time. This book truly made me think.
   
   I cannot recommend The Little Black Book of Violence highly enough. It is particularly useful for young men and anyone who works with at risk youth such as social workers, teachers, administrators, but to be perfectly honest anyone can benefit from the information. The tone of the book is not aimed at women or older adults, but the material is appropriate for all people of all ages who are serious about self defense.

5 comments about Complete Krav Maga: The Ultimate Guide to Over 230 Self-Defense and Combative Techniques.

1. For a beginner, this book is good for supplementing your existing training. They sell this book at my Krav training center and the moves match the tests so it is good for reviewing what you have learned also.



2. Many years ago I had the pleasure to train under Darren Levine in an intense 60 hour 6 day course held for defensive tactics instructors at the Illinois State Police Academy. This text provides an excellent guide to achieving belt ranks in this martial art system, if that is your goal. Though I can understand some of the critical reviews of this book; however, no matter how good or bad a book may be, it can never take the place of actual intense hands-on training under a competent instructor. The reason this book should be read by anyone interested in Krav Maga is because it is organized into specific skill levels that a student should master before moving on to the next section. In conclusion, the real value of this text cannot be appreciated without actual physical training under a krav maga instructor. Rating: 4 stars. Joseph J. Truncale, (Pro-Systems Combatives: Author: Monadnock Defensive Tactics System & Advanced PR-24 Baton Techniques)



3. If you are new into Krav Maga, this book will let you understand it's approach to personal defense and will introduce you to basics involving this great method. A must have!



4. This book is complete. I'm a krav maga pratictioner in Brazil, and the details of the book make it's very easy to learn. With photos that explaines step-by-step the punch, kicks and everything. Better than any book i ever seen.



5. I like Krav Maga and treat it with amazing respect. Honestly, the authors did a fine job trying to put Krav Maga into a book for us. Still, after reading it Twice, I think the problem is a basis on techniques and less on principles that make it work. I know there's even a part on the approach on principles, but they don't explain the physics or reactions to the degree I feel is needed. The focus should be on how to get a result, in this case the end of the attacker.
   
   Will the moves work, of course they will. If and only if everything goes as planned. Sadly, it never does.Get this book, but try to look below the surface techniques and go into why it worked with what happens to the target.
   
   Still a decent self defense book. By it used or glance at the first few techniques and see if you can do them when attacked.

5 comments about Jiu-Jitsu University.

1. I really like this book. The first chapter alone is full concepts that I personally haven't been taught in classes. I have been training long enough to know that I wish Saulo's ideas about survival had been the first things I learned in jiu jitsu. I ordered his Jiu Jitsu Revolution dvd because of this book. Thank you, Saulo Ribeiro.



2. The way this book is organized is very helpful. The author leads the reader along an in-depth and comprehensive organization that takes advantage of the natural progression in learning this martial art. The photos and angles of the photos are good. I would recommend this book.



3. This book is fantastic, reccomended for any brazilian jiu jitsu practicioner... Saulo's knowledge and love of this amazing gentle art really shine through. Buy it.



4. I'm very happy with the book. I'm a Judoka and sometimes train with (and admire) BJJ fighters and wanted an overview of the moves, nomenclature and strategy/philosophy. this booked seemed comprehensive and has lived up to my expecations. a well done publication and very effective format - using 2 photos of each step taken from different angles. I recommened it.



5. I have many good jiu-jitsu videos and books, but this and the Demian Maia videos are the best.
   
   In this book, the first two chapters (white and blue belts) deal with survival and escapes. I'm a white belt, and with this book in only three months of training I could put a very good defense against very good purple and brown belts. This book is very dense and requires repetitive reading to absorb all the knowledge, like all good books.
   
   It's worth every penny.

5 comments about Mind Gym : An Athlete's Guide to Inner Excellence.

1. This book includes many of the basic mental concepts discussed in sports: staying positive, etc. Although there were some helpful tips, it was a task to sort through the excessive name dropping. As an athlete, I don't need to know the names of everyone the author has ever helped. I assume, since I am buying and reading the book, that I will at least somewhat trust what is being said and that I will be willing to try it myself. If you need the 150/224 pages of professional athlete anecdotes, then this book is for you. If, like most athletes, you don't have time to sit and read fluff, find another book.



2. I am an 1,90 and 120kg marathon runner. When I announced that I intend to run a marathon the reactions varied from amusement to worry that I will not survive. That might have been the case if I wouldn't have had THIS book. It made all the difference in the world. Maybe half of the training time was "mind gym".
   The result? Not only I have finished alive but I made quite a good time (3h44). This performance changed not my weight (I am still 120kg) but my self-image. I know now that the only limits are in my head. I changed. A lot. From the introvertit obese to the cocky, confident obese :) I fired my boss. Actually, the company fired him for mobbing. I got a fat settlement. I switched careers. I took one sabbatical year and focused on learning trading. Here, again, the "Mind gym" made a huge difference. I become profitable and then ... very profitable. I don't own a Porsche but I am free (of worries, schedules, bosses)
   
   If you intend to buy only one book for the next year: BUY THIS ONE !!



3. Pretty good book if you need some general motivation... The author knows the topic and gives some good examples, but doesn't really get into specific actions to help resolve issues. Also, alot of baseball and golf examples, I found it hard to relate it to the sports I am involved in. Tons of great quotes, etc to get you amped.



4. This book is tough to review because people have different expectations with sport psychology books. If you are looking for a neatly organized system of beliefs, principles, and exercises to begin applying to your game tomorrow this might not be the book for you. Maybe you should check out With Winning In Mind or 10-Minute Mental Toughness? With that said, I loved this book. Once you start it you might not be able to put it down. Its a motivational book that weaves sports psychology principles into stories to illustrate the importance of each principle. This book inspired me to write down an effective system of beliefs and checklists I can go through before a game. The important part is the system and beliefs are mine.



5. This book was recommended to me get over issues I had playing racquetball. I kept making mental mistakes and things got worse as the match progressed. This book has taught me how to stay focus and keep moving forward. My game has improved quite a bit and I have beaten players that I have never beaten before. When things go wrong I use the techniques in this book. I highly recommend this book for anyone who needs to take the next step. This is one of those books that you will read more than once and make notes of certain chapters.

5 comments about The Fighter's Mind: Inside the Mental Game.

1. As a fan of Sheridan's first book, I was optimistic this would be a good book. I was wrong.
   
   It was great. As each chapter works as a stand alone excerpt, they all tied together beautifully. The insight from such a varied list of fighters (in all styles) like Andre Ward, Marcelo Garcia, Renzo Gracie, and others was
   eye opening.
   
   If you consider yourself any fan of fighting or want to know what makes successful competitors tick, you absolutely need to read The Fighter's Mind.



2. I just wanted to say, that review above from Publisher's Weekly is obviously from some disgruntled pencil-neck who doesn't like fighting.



3. The Fighter's Mind is an incredible look at the mental part of competition and life. Through the lens of combat sports, Sam Sheridan goes around the world in search of answers to various questions about how top personalities think about fighting. The book is laid out in the form of short sections about each of the people that Sam talks to. People like Dan Gable, Freddie Roach, Greg Jackson, Renzo Gracie, and Randy Couture answer Sheridan's excellent questions with thoughtful and insightful responses that are presented in such a way that you get a very good look at how they think about the fight game and what in their lives have made them reach that point.
   
   Sam also covers areas outside of fighting, but areas that are thematically related. He talks to David Horton about endurance running, and he talks to Josh Waitzkin about moving from chess to tai chi to jiu-jitsu. In each section, Sheridan lets the subject be as concise or explanatory as they need to be on the page. He interjects his own experience into the responses, always at the correct time and always with an astute bit to enhance what the passage is about.
   I'd say that this isn't just the best combat sports book I've read. This is the best sports book I've read. It's the best psychology book I've read. It is as thorough a meditation on the human passion for fighting and testing oneself as has ever been written. If you are at all interested in mixed martial arts, boxing, traditional martial arts, the human mind, or competition, you owe it to yourself to check this book out. As far as Sam Sheridan's catalogue of modern combat sports goes, I can definitely say that he is the A.J. Liebling of this generation.



4. Like with his first book, which I enjoyed immensely, Sam Sheridan comes across as very genuine and sincere, and he's a decent writer to boot. My only gripe with both of his books is the odd chapter I can only read as filler -- fighter dogs in his first book; distance runners in this one. What's the point?
   
   Other than that, solid insight. The Marcelo Garcia and Randy Couture chapters alone are worth the price of the book. And Sheridan talking about his own struggles as a writer regarding the distinction between nervousness and excitement was helpful to me, personally. And contrasting Dan Gable's superhuman but ultimately seemingly joyless grind with someone like Kenny Florian: nice.
   
   Looking forward to Sheridan's next one.



5. Although I liked his first book better, this is still a very interesting look into many famous fighters and what drives their competitive spirit. The only reason I gave it four stars instead of five is because the subject matter is difficult to really pass on to someone. You either get it or you don't. A great read for people that fight, or compete in almost any sport, but probably not as interesting for a casual reader.

5 comments about Tao of Jeet Kune Do.

1. this book is just very well written. you can tell when he is sad from when he is happy and you just fill good about your self after reading this book. i cant stand reading at all but after i watched this movie i had to buy this book after getting it in the mail i started reading it. and yes there are some very cheap stick figures drawing in it and some strang art but it still was an out standing book.



2. Good insight to Bruce Lee and how he looked at things pertaining to attack and defense. Easy to understand text and pictures.



3. I agree, this book is inspirational. You probably have to be ready for it, but if you are, it will enlighten you.



4. . . . book was in excellent condition with fast and expediate service . . . thanx . . .



5. This book is a great read, it's almost like a bible........A Martial Arts Bible! A must read!!

5 comments about The 48 Laws of Power.

1. The 48 Laws of Power is a fascinating journey through human history. Its means of breaking up the lessons to be learned into "Laws" makes it both entertaining to read and a fascinating treatise on the nature of how people manipulate one another to achieve their goals. I would hope anyone reading The 48 Laws of Power quickly figures out that this is not an instruction manual on "How to Conquer the World, All By Yourself"--it's entertaining, it's informative, but it's far from a get-rich-quick device.
   
   That said, one of the areas in which I am lacking in life has been the ability to truly understand and anticipate people's actions. I can tell you that this book has greatly helped me to understand human nature a little better, and has even been useful helping me figure out when someone is trying to manipulate me. I've been surprised at how much more I seem to be picking up on when it comes to others' personalities. It also amazes me how across cultures and across the millenia, human nature stays very much the same.
   
   Unfortunately, the Kindle Edition of this book (which is where this review was written) is dreadful. Typos are not a problem, but there are whole sections of this book that somehow got mangled in translation and it's clear no one took the time to proofread it. The print edition of this book (which I also own) contains sidebars along the margins of many pages. For the Kindle edition, these side pieces are ungracefully dumped in the middle of a passage. The mangled portions of this book are often unintelligible.
   
   I contacted Amazon about this and they responded that they unfortunately do not have any control over how well the publisher converts their products to the Kindle Edition. It's cut back on my desire to purchase Kindle products unless and until the quality improves, and I do not recommend the Kindle edition of this book for this reason. The print version, however, is certainly well worth the read.



2. Excellent book to help assess the behaviors of others. Rereading chapters over the years has helped in many ways. If you enjoy history and are an industry leader or entrepreneur, this is a great book to have on hand.



3. The 48 Laws of Power is worth the money. If you want an edge in business and in life, I recommend this book. Use this book with, the book of five rings, the art of war and the 33 strategies of war. Never mind what others think about the books or about you reading them. They laugh because they don't have the knowledge to apply the reasoning/stragies these books provide. Employers from all works of life want leaders that can lead, not talk B.S. and take two (2) hour lunches. It won't happen overnight but, applied and practiced it will happen and you will get noticed. But, don't take my word for it, get it and see for yourself.



4. I read an average of 3 to 4 books per month...every month...and of the thousands that I have read..this condensed blend of psychology, history, and order is a significant solution for depression! In the words of Yoda "Named must your fear be...before banish it you can!" This book helps you to define the game of power;to know when and how you will be,or are currently being manipulated, in the struggle for power. Many say that depression is a lack of empowerment...you might find it here. Some of the chapters are distubing...unsettling even, as the meaning remains like a pebble in your shoe, to motivate reflection and change. Well done. I received a new Kindle recently...this was the first book I purchased for it...and undoubtedly the best. I know that it's available on CD now...I'd like to see Amazon offer a combo price for download (Audio and Kindle book).



5. Seconding the other positive reviews of this book, I would add that any person in the sales, marketing, negotiation, management, or legal fields should make this a must read. If you're not a natural Type A / High D personality this will help you understand the nuances of interacting with those who are. Plus, the book offers great history lessons that may be read in less than 10 minutes each.