The Martial Arts Origins, Philosophy, Practice
Revised Edition
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This is an introduction to the origins, philosophy, and practice of the world's martial arts. It provides a chapter-by-chapter tour of the many varieties of martial arts, such as aikido, iai-do, jiu-jitsu, judo, karate, kendo, kung fu, kyudo, naginata, ninjutsu, sumo, taekwon-do, and Thai boxing, discussing how and why these arts developed, their ways and laws, founding myths and heroes, and the culture that created them. A glossary of martial arts terminology and an illustrated section on martial arts weaponry are also included.
Book information
ISBN: | 9781853752063 |
Publisher: | Welbeck Publishing Group |
Imprint: | Carlton Publishing Group |
Pub date: | 02 Jun 2003 |
Edition: | Revised Edition |
DEWEY: | 796.8 |
DEWEY edition: | 20 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 192 |
Weight: | 162g |
Height: | 136mm |
Width: | 197mm |
Spine width: | 13mm |