Illustrated Guide to the Art of Oriental Self - Hardcover

Wilson, Jim

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 081480635X ISBN 13: 9780814806357

Publisher: Tudor Publishers Inc

Synopsis

From the inside cover: "Whether you regard oriental martial arts as a means of self defense, an exciting sport, a way of keeping fit or as a branch of a fascinating philosophical system this book has a lot to offer you. For many centuries the techniques that form the basis of the arts of karate, kung fu, kendo, judo and aikido remained a closely guarded secret. Fearful that such knowledge might fall into the hands of bandits, the monks of Shao Lin monastery handed it down only by word of mouth. Those who are familiar with the power that this knowledge bestows can but agree that caution was well justified. The flying kick, stepping punch and knife hand strike can be lethal if correctly applied while blocks, twists and sweeps may make an opponent powerless. Over 150 lavish photographs make this book unbeatable value for money. Each section, illustrated in full color, contains an outline of the history of each art plus a step-by-step guide that can help lead to a mastery of the essentials of the skill concerned. Now in one volume the secrets of oriental martial arts are revealed."

About this edition

• Publisher: Tudor Publishers Inc
• ISBN 10: 081480635X
• ISBN 13: 9780814806357
• Binding: Hardcover