"I sought clarity." So begins The Edge, which documents the parallel journeys of a martial arts master and his student. It is a record of the insights Ray Fisher has gleaned during his more than thirty years of intensive practice--insights into matters both practical and spiritual--and a bold conceptualization of the martial arts as a way of life. Alongside this, The Edge tells the story of co-author Robert Lurie's slow and sometimes painful transition, under Fisher's tutelage, from being "a man forever seated, bathed in the flickering glow of a monitor" into a more fully integrated human being: someone in whom the physical (which had always been given short shrift) could now take its place alongside, and perhaps even rein in, the cerebral. The Edge is not just a book for martial artists. Rather, it is a book for anyone who has ever felt the stirring of a desire for self-transformation.

"Upon achieving the level of 1st Degree Black Belt, the student is told, "Now you are ready to learn.""

Rodney Boyd's quest to study the manly art of self-defense was sparked in part by an altercation on the side of the road with an enraged, tire-iron wielding redneck. That incident propelled Boyd into a local dojo where he began his 35-year journey to obtain a black belt in Wado Ryu Karate. Ironically, the style of karate he was pursuing translated into English as the Way of Peace and Harmony.

As Boyd became more proficient in the martial arts, he discovered the black belt virtues of modesty, courtesy, integrity, self-control, perseverance and an indomitable spirit coincided remarkably well with his Christian faith. While the path to excellence in any endeavor is never easy, along the way Boyd learned numerous lessons about love, life and faith. What he learned in the dojo became the basis for his book, "Never Run A Dead Kata."

This book reviews the importance of nonverbal behavior in any communication, especially in the martial arts. Whether a student, instructor or school owner, this book is a must to enhance the messages you send as well as those you receive. This book covers nonverbal behavior in basic communication and its importance when dealing with students, customers, at martial arts tests and functions, when competing or sparring, as well as nonverbal warning signs of a of a potential attack. Communicating without the knowledge and understanding of nonverbal behavior is like communicating with someone from a foreign country whose language you do not know. Knowledge of nonverbal behavior will enhance your ability to communicate with others in every aspect of your life.

This is a trip through the martial world of Tao-Shukokairyu, from cage fighting, to street fighting, to Taoism, to religions, philosophy and law. Every advanced martial artist should be aware of all these principles. The aim, after all, is to develop oneself physically, intellectually, emotionally and spiritually. This book will re-invent and enthuse people on their martial journeys.

Practical Defense for the Untrained Person by Gunner Morgan is written for ordinary people with no fighting skills who want a simple, practical, and effective method of defense against violence. This book is geared towards individuals with no prior training and who are not in peak physical condition. Most people lead busy lives and don't have the time to devote hours of training every week. Unfortunately, we also live in a violent world full of human conflict perpetuated by the predators of society. If you are unlucky to find yourself in such a situation you need a practical method of defense to protect yourself or a loved one. This book is not about secret ancient techniques because they don't exist. This book will provide you with straightforward information that has the ability to save your life. No fancy moves, no gimmicks, no advertisements, just solid practical information. With the information provided in Practical Defense for the Untrained Person you will have realistic information to prevail in a violent encounter. Let the criminal be the victim

A rational look at the world and western martial arts