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Martial Arts Biographies

Author : Rob Jacob

Publisher : iUniverse

Page : 108 pages

File Size : 36,4 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 0595348610

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Book Description

Martial Arts Biographies: An Annotated Bibliography lists hundreds of martial arts related biographies and autobiographies. Most of the entries are annotated, giving a synopsis of the relevant material in the book. Included are listings for martial artists of Karate, Kung Fu, Aikido, Judo, Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Ninjutsu, Tai Chi, and many other styles. Appendices list productive sources for new and used books, and contact information for major publishers of martial arts books. Martial Arts Biographies: An Annotated Bibliography is a useful resource for martial arts researchers, readers, book collectors, and libraries.



2017 Who's Who in the Martial Arts

Author : Jessie Bowen

Publisher : Lulu.com

Page : 442 pages

File Size : 31,51 MB

Release : 2017-08-13

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1387161539

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Who's Who In The Martial Arts Legends Edition 2017 Who's Who in the Martial Arts Autobiography Book Volume 3 We Proudly Pay Tribute to Grand Master Jhoon Rhee and Extend Our Great Gratitude for His Life of Dedication and Service to So Many in the Martial Arts World. Many great Martial Artists have lost the chance to tell their life story. We want to preserve and share their journey with the world through the Who's Who in the Martial Arts Book. This autobiographical publication serves as a history book for today's Martial Artists. It is an essential guide for learning the history of our martial arts pioneers who have paved the way for today's martial arts. The book features over 250 martial artists sharing their journey, hard work, and personal achievements. Without the help and support of Grandmaster Jeff Smith and Joe Corley, this book would not have been possible.



Ip Man

Author : Ip Ching

Publisher : Cedar Fort

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 33,57 MB

Release : 2001

Category : Kung fu

ISBN : 9781555175160

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"From stories shared by his son, this book paints a portrait of the famous Wing Chun Grand Master, Ip Man, providing a set of fifteen principles as a guide to mastery."--Back cover.



Zen in the Martial Arts

Author : Joe Hyams

Publisher : Bantam

Page : 145 pages

File Size : 16,39 MB

Release : 2010-05-05

Category : Philosophy

ISBN : 0307755509

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"A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action."--Samurai Maximum. Under the guidance of such celebrated masters as Ed Parker and the immortal Bruce Lee, Joe Hyams vividly recounts his more than 25 years of experience in the martial arts. In his illuminating story, Hyams reveals to you how the daily application of Zen principles not only developed his physical expertise but gave him the mental discipline to control his personal problems-self-image, work pressure, competition. Indeed, mastering the spiritual goals in martial arts can dramatically alter the quality of your life-enriching your relationships with people, as well as helping you make use of all your abilities.



The Way of Judo

Author : John Stevens

Publisher : Shambhala Publications

Page : 241 pages

File Size : 32,25 MB

Release : 2013-08-13

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 0834829010

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A martial arts biography of the legendary founder of judo, Jigoro Kano, and the colorful coterie of disciples who wanted to carry on his legacy Kodokan judo, one of the most well-known martial arts in the world today, was originated by Jigoro Kano (1860–1938), a martial artist and career educator who developed the art after studying several types of jujutsu, sumo, and Western wrestling. Openness and refinement were hallmarks of his personal and professional style, and he relentlessly searched for the best way to practice, teach, and perform techniques. This biography shows how Kano saw judo as a vehicle not just for self-defense, but for physical, spiritual, and moral development as well. His teachings clearly emphasize his ideal of judo as a way of self-cultivation that leads to physical health, ethical behavior, and ultimately a better society. Kano was a tireless activist who promoted the practical application of judo’s principles in all realms of life—in one’s personal behavior, for education, in work, for economic benefit, and in both the local and international political arenas. Kano’s students were a colorful, sometimes notorious bunch, and this book reveals how several went on to become famous—or infamous—in their own right. They include a prime minister of Japan, the leader of the Communist party in China, a famous novelist, a spy, high-level military leaders, and a media mogul, among many others.



The Ultimate Book of Martial Arts

Author : Fay Goodman

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 16,6 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Aikido

ISBN : 9781859677780

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The ancient martial arts disciplines are used not only for self-defense; they also contribute to a person's sense of harmony and well-being. Featuring specially commissioned photographs drawing on the expertise of highly qualified practitioners, this book examines in detail the history and philosophy behind the martial arts and the etiquette and techniques of primary and more advanced moves. 700+ color photos.



Martial Arts Masters and Pioneers Biography

Author : Jessie Bowen

Publisher :

Page : 524 pages

File Size : 38,18 MB

Release : 2020-06-09

Category :

ISBN :

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The Martial Arts Masters and Pioneers Biography Book Volume #3. pays tribute to Grandmaster Chuck Norris and Grandmaster Benny "The Jet" Urquidez along with over 200 martial artists for their contribution to the martial arts world. To the reader, this book is like no other book written the Martial Arts Masters and Pioneers biography book is not just a history book it is a motivational guide for today's martial artist the pioneers of the 21st Century shining the future light through their stories. The legendary master Bruce Lee "If you always put a limit on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them". Through the biography shared in this book you will read about individuals who were picked on bully, grew up in bad situations that have gone on to become legendary martial artists, world champions, and Business Leaders.Now more than ever, the disciplines that are at the core of the martial artist pave the way to innovation. Self-discovery is more significant than ever. As we read the stories that are captured in this book, we can all be inspired by the inspiration, discipline, heart, passion, focus, and other character qualities that the stories represent. This is not just another anthology or book of stories. This book is significant as it highlights some of those that are foundational to shaping what we know as the Martial Arts today starting with GM Chuck Norris and GM Benny "The Jet" Urquidez.While we are able to appreciate all the wisdom and discipline that these specific stories represent, let's not forget that what we read in these pages are not to just educate, but also to help us be inspired and to rekindle, ignite, and/or feed ourselves with the passion to complete what we personally set out to accomplish in life. It's not just about the people in this book but rather what we do within ourselves because of their story. Arguably, the Martial Arts and Artists represent a significant cornerstone to the success and innovation of the future. Congratulations to those that have been featured and to you for having access to this wonderful resource.



Tribute: Bruce Lee

Author : Chris Canibano

Publisher : Bluewater Productions

Page : 24 pages

File Size : 32,90 MB

Release : 2015-01-01

Category : Comics & Graphic Novels

ISBN : 1620988232

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Actor, Teacher, Philosopher, Icon. These are just a few of the words that describe the most influential martial artist of all time: Bruce Lee. Immortal Dragon: Bruce Lee follows Bruce's life from his infancy starting out as a child actor to his tragic death and posthumous superstardom.



Be Water, My Friend

Author : Shannon Lee

Publisher : Flatiron Books

Page : 178 pages

File Size : 33,97 MB

Release : 2020-10-06

Category : Self-Help

ISBN : 1250206693

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Bruce Lee’s daughter illuminates her father’s most powerful life philosophies—demonstrating how martial arts are a perfect metaphor for personal growth, and how we can practice those teachings every day. "Empty your mind; be formless, shapeless like water." Bruce Lee is a cultural icon, renowned the world over for his martial arts and film legacy. But Lee was also a deeply philosophical thinker, learning at an early age that martial arts are more than just an exercise in physical discipline—they are an apt metaphor for living a fully realized life. Now, in Be Water, My Friend, Lee’s daughter Shannon shares the concepts at the core of his philosophies, showing how they can serve as tools of personal growth and self-actualization. Each chapter brings a lesson from Bruce Lee’s teachings, expanding on the foundation of his iconic “be water” philosophy. Over the course of the book, we discover how being like water allows us to embody fluidity and naturalness in life, bringing us closer to our essential flowing nature and our ability to be powerful, self-expressed, and free. Through previously untold stories from her father’s life and from her own journey in embodying these lessons, Shannon presents these philosophies in tangible, accessible ways. With Bruce Lee’s words as a guide, she encourages readers to pursue their essential selves and apply these ideas and practices to their everyday lives—whether in learning new things, overcoming obstacles, or ultimately finding their true path. Be Water, My Friend is an inspirational invitation to us all, a gentle call to action to consider our lives with new eyes. It is also a testament to how one man's exploration and determination transcended time and place to ignite our imaginations—and to inspire many around the world to transform their lives.



Bruce Lee

Author : Matthew Polly

Publisher : Simon & Schuster

Page : 656 pages

File Size : 16,16 MB

Release : 2019-06-04

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1501187635

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The “definitive” (The New York Times) biography of film legend Bruce Lee, who made martial arts a global phenomenon, bridged the divide between eastern and western cultures, and smashed long-held stereotypes of Asians and Asian-Americans. Forty-five years after Bruce Lee’s sudden death at age thirty-two, journalist and bestselling author Matthew Polly has written the definitive account of Lee’s life. It’s also one of the only accounts; incredibly, there has never been an authoritative biography of Lee. Following a decade of research that included conducting more than one hundred interviews with Lee’s family, friends, business associates, and even the actress in whose bed Lee died, Polly has constructed a complex, humane portrait of the icon. Polly explores Lee’s early years as a child star in Hong Kong cinema; his actor father’s struggles with opium addiction and how that turned Bruce into a troublemaking teenager who was kicked out of high school and eventually sent to America to shape up; his beginnings as a martial arts teacher, eventually becoming personal instructor to movie stars like James Coburn and Steve McQueen; his struggles as an Asian-American actor in Hollywood and frustration seeing role after role he auditioned for go to a white actors in eye makeup; his eventual triumph as a leading man; his challenges juggling a sky-rocketing career with his duties as a father and husband; and his shocking end that to this day is still shrouded in mystery. Polly breaks down the myths surrounding Bruce Lee and argues that, contrary to popular belief, he was an ambitious actor who was obsessed with the martial arts—not a kung-fu guru who just so happened to make a couple of movies. This is an honest, revealing look at an impressive yet imperfect man whose personal story was even more entertaining and inspiring than any fictional role he played onscreen.