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White Moon on the Mountain Peak - The Alchemical Firing Process of Nei Dan (Paperback): Damo Mitchell White Moon on the Mountain Peak - The Alchemical Firing Process of Nei Dan (Paperback)
Damo Mitchell; Foreword by Jason Gregory
R882 Discovery Miles 8 820 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Explaining the process and energetics of Daoist internal alchemy, the author describes in detail the practice of Nei Dan, the alchemical firing practice of Daoism that has until very recently been a closely guarded secret. Drawing together a huge amount of esoteric material on the hidden aspects of Daoist practice, he presents theory and practice coherently for western practitioners. He offers his own experiences of each stage of attainment, describing the tangible results that should appear, and provides guidance on the practicalities and potential pitfalls of alchemical training.

Filipino Stick Fighting Techniques (Paperback): Mark V. Wiley, Darren Tibon Filipino Stick Fighting Techniques (Paperback)
Mark V. Wiley, Darren Tibon
R402 R300 Discovery Miles 3 000 Save R102 (25%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Filipino Stick Fighting Techniques is the authoritative guide to Cabales Serrada Escrima a stick fighting art with its roots in Escrima, the national martial art of the Philippines. The popularity of these techniques has dramatically increased since they were used extensively by Matt Damon in action-packed fight scenes in the Jason Bourne films. Developed by Grandmaster Angel Cabales when he came to the U.S., Cabales Serrada Escrima is a distinct system emphasizing close-quarter combat using highly effective stick-fighting moves in unarmed as well as knife fighting situations. This book offers a clear presentation of the basic strikes, blocks, counters, and disarms unique to this style of martial art as well as explaining how and why the techniques work and when to use them. Angel Cabales was a pioneer in the Filipino Martial Arts and the first teacher of Escrima in the U.S. He trained and certified Mark V. Wiley, the author of this book. Darren G. Tibon, an Escrima Grandmaster, was also trained by Cabales and has contributed a new foreword to the book. This book contains: Personal accounts of Grandmaster Angel Cabales and how he developed his system The dynamics of body positioning, distance control, and both single-stick and empty-hand defensive methods A comprehensive set of training drills for practitioners at different levels. Extensively illustrated with over 300 photos and detailed step-by-step instructions, this book lays the foundation for not just learning the system of Cabales Serrada Escrima, but understanding the traditions and philosophy of the art.

The Essence of Taijiquan Push-Hands and Fighting Technique (Paperback): Fengming Wang The Essence of Taijiquan Push-Hands and Fighting Technique (Paperback)
Fengming Wang
R962 Discovery Miles 9 620 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Traditionally shrouded in mystery and taught only to the closest students, the secrets of Taijiquan push-hands and fighting technique from the Chen style are revealed in this book. Master Wang Fengming, an eleventh generation practitioner of Chen-style Taijiquan, provides detailed information about the famous internal fighting techniques and reveals inside knowledge essential to the remarkable results achieved by the Chinese masters. The book features: - effective ways of cultivating Taiji internal power - variety of joint-locking techniques and counter techniques - 13 postures of Taiji explained - leg work, including stances and kicking techniques - unique silk-reeling exercises - rarely revealed vital point striking - 7 styles of push-hands training - 20 kinds of Taiji energy explained and demonstrated. This comprehensive book is a major contribution to the literature on push-hands techniques in the West.

Bubishi - The Classic Manual of Combat (Paperback): Patrick McCarthy Bubishi - The Classic Manual of Combat (Paperback)
Patrick McCarthy; Foreword by Jesse Enkamp; Contributions by Joe Swift
R411 R352 Discovery Miles 3 520 Save R59 (14%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts. Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds of years the Bubishi was a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. All of karate's legendary masters have studied it, applied its teachings, or copied passages from it. No other classic work has had as dramatic an impact on the shaping and development of karate as the Bubishi. Karate historian and authority Patrick McCarthy spent over ten years researching and studying the Bubishi and the arts associated with it. The first English translation of this remarkable martial arts manual includes numerous explanations and notes. McCarthy's work also includes groundbreaking research on Okinawan and Chinese history, as well as the fighting and healing traditions that developed in those countries, making it a goldmine for researchers and practitioners alike. For the final word on the true origins and spirit of classic Okinawan martial arts, one need look no further. This karate book is one of the best karate training supplements available. This new paperback edition includes additional commentary from the translator, as well as a new foreword.

The Complete Book of Shaolin - Comprehensive Program for Physical, Emotional, Mental and Spiritual Development (Paperback):... The Complete Book of Shaolin - Comprehensive Program for Physical, Emotional, Mental and Spiritual Development (Paperback)
Kiew Kit , Wong
R770 R518 Discovery Miles 5 180 Save R252 (33%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Shaolin Kungfu has been considered by many as the best martial art in the world. But kungfu is just one of the three treasures of Shaolin, the other two being chi kung and Zen. For the first time ever, this inspiring book, written by an internationally acclaimed Shaolin Grandmaster, brings to you the crystallization of Shaolin wisdom and practice spanning many centuries. Its scope and depth is amazing, touching on, among many other things, poetry and enlightenment. Yet it is written in a language easy to understand. Profound concepts and difficult techniques are explained systematically with many illustrations. The book includes: - The background and scope of kungfu. - Form and combat applications. - Principles and methods of force training. - Energy training and mind training. - Secrets of the masters. - Traditional Chinese weapons. - Maintaining one's health and vitality and the healing of so-called incurable diseases. - Interesting stories and legends of Shaolin. - Zen and spiritual development.

Chong Woo Kwan Wing Chun (Paperback): Joseph Cheng Chong Woo Kwan Wing Chun (Paperback)
Joseph Cheng
R429 R353 Discovery Miles 3 530 Save R76 (18%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Bruce Lee - The Life of a Legend (Paperback): Fiaz Rafiq Bruce Lee - The Life of a Legend (Paperback)
Fiaz Rafiq; Foreword by Diana Lee Inosanto
R530 R482 Discovery Miles 4 820 Save R48 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Labels such as 'icon' or 'legend' are rarely attached to one individual to the degree that they are to Bruce Lee. He only made a handful of films, yet four and a half decades after his untimely death at the age of 32, the Little Dragon's influence on culture is as strong as ever. Named among Time magazine's 100 most influential people of the 20th century, Lee wasn't just an actor and martial artist, but a director, inventor, husband, father and philosopher. His martial art, jeet kune do, is still practised around the world, while UFC champions credit him with inspiring the growing sport of mixed martial arts. His films kick-started a global kung fu boom and retain the power to awe today, while his thoughts - collected in a series of books from Lee's own notes - still inspire. Bruce Lee: The Life of a Legend is a unique oral biography that combines the memories of Lee's original students, close friends, co-stars and colleagues - those who knew him best - to provide a candid view on the action movie star adored by millions, capturing the essence of a complex man in a way no straightforward narrative ever could. Further, for the first time ever in print, legendary professional boxing, bodybuilding and MMA champions and personalities from the motion picture industry pay homage to Lee, giving a blend of unique perspectives on a man who changed the face of their respective sports.

The Art of Expressing the Human Body (Paperback): Bruce Lee The Art of Expressing the Human Body (Paperback)
Bruce Lee; Edited by John Little
R604 R478 Discovery Miles 4 780 Save R126 (21%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Learn the secrets to obtaining Bruce Lee's astounding physique with this insightful martial arts training book. The Art of Expressing the Human Body, a title coined by Bruce Lee himself to describe his approach to martial arts, documents the techniques he used so effectively to perfect his body for superior health and muscularity. Beyond his martial arts and acting abilities, Lee's physical appearance and strength were truly astounding. He achieved this through an intensive and ever-evolving conditioning regime that is being revealed for the first time in this book. Drawing on Lee's notes, letters, diaries and training logs, Bruce Lee historian John Little presents the full extent of Lee's unique training methods including nutrition, aerobics, isometrics, stretching and weight training. In addition to serving as a record of Bruce Lee's training, The Art of Expressing the Human Body, with its easy-to-understand and simple-to-follow training routines, is a valuable source book for those who seek dramatic improvement in their health, conditioning, physical fitness, and appearance. This Bruce Lee Book is part of the Bruce Lee Library which also features: Bruce Lee: Striking Thoughts Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon Bruce Lee: The Tao of Gung Fu Bruce Lee: Artist of Life Bruce Lee: Letters of the Dragon Bruce Lee: Jeet Kune Do

Ba Duan Jin - Eight-Section Qigong Exercises (Paperback): Chinese Health Qigong Association Ba Duan Jin - Eight-Section Qigong Exercises (Paperback)
Chinese Health Qigong Association
R612 Discovery Miles 6 120 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Qigong is an aspect of traditional Chinese medicine that involves coordinating breathing patterns with physical postures to maintain health and well-being. Ba Duan Jin: Eight-Section Qigong Exercises is an accessible, fully-illustrated guide to this particular qigong exercise, which has been shown to improve the respiratory, cardiovascular and immune systems. The Ba Duan Jin exercise dates back to the Song Dynasty, and is broken down into eight sections, each of which focuses on a different physical area. The routine enhances limb strength and flexibility of the joints, and also fortifies the nerves. It can help in the treatment of illnesses such as osteoporosis and is also beneficial for mental health. Each routine is described step-by-step, and is illustrated with photographs and key points. The authors also point out common mistakes and offer advice on how to correct these. Complemented by an appendix of acupuncture points and accompanied by access to online video material, this book will be of interest to Qigong and Tai Chi practitioners at all levels, students of martial arts and anyone interested in Chinese culture.

Taekwondo Kids - From White Belt to Yellow/Green Belt (Paperback, 2nd edition): Volker Dorenmann Taekwondo Kids - From White Belt to Yellow/Green Belt (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Volker Dorenmann
R315 R259 Discovery Miles 2 590 Save R56 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Taekwondo Kids - From White Belt to Yellow/Green Belt provides you with the first practical guide to the Korean Martial Arts System of Taekwondo and has been specially written with children and youths in mind. It serves as an accompaniment to training as well as providing an introduction to this particular sport. Using simple, easily understood language and numerous appropriate illustrations suitable for children and youths, all the exercises can be carried out or practiced further without any difficulty. Taekwondo Kids is written in the form of a course textbook. The individual sections of the book are arranged according to belt grade, and in addition to the comprehensive lead into the sport itself, all the respective techniques and exercise forms in Taekwondo are included for advancement to the next belt grade in the WTF (World Taekwondo Federation) System.

Jeet Kune Do - The Arsenal of Self-Expression (Paperback): Teri Tom Jeet Kune Do - The Arsenal of Self-Expression (Paperback)
Teri Tom; Foreword by Ted Wong
R413 R283 Discovery Miles 2 830 Save R130 (31%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Apply the combat science of Bruce Lee's revolutionary martial art! This martial arts manual describes his research into the how and why of Jeet Kune Do techniques. Bruce Lee wrote of "three stages of cultivation" that lie along the path to JKD mastery: The Stage of Innocence--this is the level of the absolute beginner. The Stage of Art--the student is immersed in the process of technical and physical training. The Stage of Artlessness--the stage of "highest art" in which the body is no longer hindered by the mind. As Bruce Lee would say, "It hits all by itself." To reach the final stage, the student must progress methodically through the Stage of Art--there are no shortcuts! Author Teri Tom guides you on this journey by revealing the science behind the moves in Jeet Kune Do repertoire. You'll learn how to protect yourself from injury, and maximize the effectiveness of the following core techniques and their variations: Straight Lead; Rear Cross; Hook; Uppercut; Straight Kick; Hook Kick; Side Kick; and Spinning Back Kick. You'll also learn about Bruce Lee's revolutionary approach to combat that takes advantage of human biomechanics; How to evade attacks, and use those evasive movements to launch counter-attacks; Natural ways to chain your moves into seamless combinations; The importance of developing mental and physical speed, footwork, cadence, good timing and judgment of distance; All techniques are traced to the original sources that inspired Bruce Lee.

Yi Jin Jing - Tendon-Muscle Strengthening Qigong Exercises (Paperback): Chinese Health Qigong Association Yi Jin Jing - Tendon-Muscle Strengthening Qigong Exercises (Paperback)
Chinese Health Qigong Association
R583 Discovery Miles 5 830 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Qigong is an aspect of traditional Chinese medicine that involves coordinating breathing patterns with physical postures to maintain health and well-being. Yi Jin Jing/ Tendon-Muscle Strengthening Exercises is an accessible, fully-illustrated guide to a particular qigong exercise that focuses on turning and flexing the spine. Based on the twelve traditional routines of Yi Jin Jing, the exercises covered in the book feature soft, extended, even movements that invigorate the limbs and internal organs. In particular, practice of the Yi Jin Jing exercises improves flexibility, balance and muscular strength, and has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system. Each routine is described step-by-step and is illustrated with photographs and key points. The authors also point out common mistakes and offer advice on how to correct these. Complemented by an appendix of acupuncture points and accompanied by online material, this book will be of interest to Qigong and Tai Chi practitioners at all levels, students of martial arts and anyone interested in Chinese culture.

The Lone Samurai - The Life of Miyamoto Musashi (Paperback): William Scott Wilson The Lone Samurai - The Life of Miyamoto Musashi (Paperback)
William Scott Wilson
R465 Discovery Miles 4 650 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The life of Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645), Japan's greatest samurai swordsman, is chronicled in this first authoritative, "lively and balanced" ("Library Journal"), English-language biography of the impressive warrior. Included is original artwork by Musashi plus Glossary, map, and Appendices.

The Throws and Takedowns of Judo (Paperback): Geoff Thompson The Throws and Takedowns of Judo (Paperback)
Geoff Thompson
R303 R255 Discovery Miles 2 550 Save R48 (16%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Ground fighting is taking the martial arts world by storm, but how do you get to the ground safely and end in a prone position? What are the dangers of throwing and taking an opponent over? In this book on throwing and take-down techniques of Judo, the author teaches how to control vertical grappling and destroy an assailant with a demolishing throw. Including the original "blow before throw" techniques banned from sport grappling at the beginning of the century.

Kendo - Culture of the Sword (Hardcover): Alexander C. Bennett Kendo - Culture of the Sword (Hardcover)
Alexander C. Bennett
R931 R771 Discovery Miles 7 710 Save R160 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Kendo is the first in-depth historical, cultural, and political account in English of the Japanese martial art of swordsmanship, from its beginnings in military training and arcane medieval schools to its widespread practice as a global sport today. Alexander Bennett shows how kendo evolved through a recurring process of "inventing tradition," which served the changing ideologies and needs of Japanese warriors and governments over the course of history. Kendo follows the development of Japanese swordsmanship from the aristocratic-aesthetic pretensions of medieval warriors in the Muromachi period, to the samurai elitism of the Edo regime, and then to the nostalgic patriotism of the Meiji state. Kendo was later influenced in the 1930s and 1940s by ultra nationalist militarists and ultimately by the postwar government, which sought a gentler form of nationalism to rekindle appreciation of traditional culture among Japan's youth and to garner international prestige as an instrument of "soft power." Today kendo is becoming increasingly popular internationally. But even as new organizations and clubs form around the world, cultural exclusiveness continues to play a role in kendo's ongoing evolution, as the sport remains closely linked to Japan's sense of collective identity.

Daoist Meditation - The Purification of the Heart Method of Meditation and Discourse on Sitting and Forgetting (Zuo Wang Lun)... Daoist Meditation - The Purification of the Heart Method of Meditation and Discourse on Sitting and Forgetting (Zuo Wang Lun) by Si Ma Cheng Zhen (Paperback)
Wu Jyh Cherng; Translated by Benjamin Adam Kohn
R997 Discovery Miles 9 970 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Master Cherng's translation of Discourse on Sitting and Forgetting, an 8th century classic text on meditation by Si Ma Cheng Zhen, is accompanied by his extensive explanatory commentary, unique in its ability to make this complex text accessible to the Western reader. In the introduction to the text, Master Cherng explains how to practice the Purification of the Heart method of meditation and photographs clearly illustrate the correct postures. He deciphers the Chinese metaphors and abstract language of Si Ma Cheng Zhen to give a clear explanation of the processes involved and the resulting changes to mind, spirit and body. His translation and explanatory commentary present the classic text in a way that can be easily understood and applied, allowing Western students of Daoism, and anyone with an interest in meditation, direct access to the meaning of this text in practice.

Bruce Lee Anthology: Films And Fighting (Paperback, illustrated edition): Paul H. Crompton Bruce Lee Anthology: Films And Fighting (Paperback, illustrated edition)
Paul H. Crompton
R350 Discovery Miles 3 500 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

These essays were originally published between 1970 and 1988, and they show how the legend of Bruce Lee took shape in the West. They are linked by the commentaries and reminiscences of Paul Crompton, former editor of Karate & Oriental Arts Magazine.

A Bond Undone - Legends of the Condor Heroes Vol. 2 (Paperback): Jin Yong A Bond Undone - Legends of the Condor Heroes Vol. 2 (Paperback)
Jin Yong; Translated by Gigi Chang 1
R345 R284 Discovery Miles 2 840 Save R61 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

THE CHINESE "LORD OF THE RINGS" - NOW IN ENGLISH FOR THE FIRST TIME. THE SERIES EVERY CHINESE READER HAS BEEN ENJOYING FOR DECADES - 100 MILLION COPIES SOLD. "Jin Yong's work, in the Chinese-speaking world, has a cultural currency roughly equal to that of "Harry Potter" and "Star Wars" combined" Nick Frisch, New Yorker "Like every fairy tale you're ever loved, imbued with jokes and epic grandeur. Prepare to be swept along." Jamie Buxton, Daily Mail In the Jin capital of Zhongdu, Guo Jing learns the truth of his father's death and finds he is now betrothed, against his will, to two women. Neither of them is his sweetheart Lotus Huang. Torn between following his heart and fulfilling his filial duty, he journeys through the country of his parents with Lotus, encountering mysterious martial heroes and becoming drawn into the struggle for the supreme martial text, the Nine Yin Manual. But his past is catching up with him. The widow of an evil man he accidentally killed as a child has tracked him down, intent on revenge. Meanwhile, his true parentage at last revealed, Yang Kang, the young prince Guo Jing must face in the Garden of the Eight Drunken Immortals, is forced to choose his destiny. Will he continue to enjoy the life of wealth and privilege afforded to him by the invader of his homeland, or give up all he has known to avenge his parents? Translated from the Chinese by Gigi Chang

Philosophy and the Martial Arts - Engagement (Paperback): Graham Priest, Damon Young Philosophy and the Martial Arts - Engagement (Paperback)
Graham Priest, Damon Young
R1,241 Discovery Miles 12 410 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This is the first substantial academic book to lay out the philosophical terrain within the study of the martial arts and to explore the significance of this fascinating subject for contemporary philosophy.

The book is divided into three sections. The first section concerns what philosophical reflection can teach us about the martial arts, and especially the nature and value of its practice. The second section deals with the other direction of the dialectical interplay between philosophy and the martial arts: how the martial arts can inform philosophical issues important in their own right. Finally, because many of the notable martial arts are of Asian origin, there are particularly close links between the arts and Asian philosophies and Buddhism in particular and therefore the last section is devoted to this topic.

The essays in this collection deal with a wide range of philosophical issues: normative ethics, meta-ethics, aesthetics, phenomenology, the philosophy of mind, Ancient Greek and Buddhist thought. By demonstrating the very real nature of the engagement between the martial arts and philosophy, this book is essential reading for any serious student or scholar with an interest in the martial arts, Eastern philosophy, the philosophy of sport, or the study of physical culture."

Bruce Lee Striking Thoughts - Bruce Lee's Wisdom for Daily Living (Paperback, New edition): Bruce Lee Bruce Lee Striking Thoughts - Bruce Lee's Wisdom for Daily Living (Paperback, New edition)
Bruce Lee; Edited by John Little
R359 R303 Discovery Miles 3 030 Save R56 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"A teacher is never a giver of truth--he is a guide, a pointer to the truth that each student must find for himself. A good teacher is merely a catalyst."--Bruce Lee Within the pages of Striking Thoughts, you will find the secrets of Bruce Lee's incredible success-- as an actor, martial artist, and inspiration to the world. Consisting of eight sections, Striking Thoughts covers 72 topics and 825 aphorisms--from spirituality to personal liberation and from family life to filmmaking--all of which Bruce lived by. His ideas helped energize his life and career and made it possible for him to live a happy and assured life, overcoming challenging obstacles with seeming ease. They also inspired his family, friends, students, and colleagues to achieve success in their own lives and this personal collection will help you in your journey too. Sections include: On First Principles--including life, existence, time, and death On Being Human--including the mind, happiness, fear, and dreams On Matters of Existence--health, love, marriage, raising children, ethics, racism, and adversity On Achievement--work, goals, faith, success, money, and fame On Art and Artists--art, filmmaking, and acting On Personal Liberation--conditioning, Zen Buddhism, meditation, and freedom On the Process of Becoming--self-actualization, self-help, self-expression, and growth On Ultimate (Final) Principles--Yin-yang, totality, Tao, and the truth This Bruce Lee Book is part of the Bruce Lee Library which also features: Bruce Lee: The Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon Bruce Lee: The Tao of Gung Fu Bruce Lee: Artist of Life Bruce Lee: Letters of the Dragon Bruce Lee: The Art of Expressing the Human Body Bruce Lee: Jeet Kune Do

From Lee to Li - An A-Z Guide of Martial Arts Heroes (Paperback): Ben Stevens From Lee to Li - An A-Z Guide of Martial Arts Heroes (Paperback)
Ben Stevens 1
R324 Discovery Miles 3 240 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

An A-Z guide to martial arts heroes Who gave Bruce Lee advice on kicking and taught Muhammad Ali how to punch? Which Welshman is revered in Japan as a karate expert, novelist and environmentalist? On which film did Jackie Chan fracture his skull and almost lose his life? All these questions and more are answered in From Lee To Li. Ben Stevens, a lifelong martial arts fan, has compiled a quirky and informative guide to the giants of martial arts history. From Bruce Lee to Jet Li, from Neil Adams to Donnie Yen with Jackie Chan, Chuck Norris, Tony Jaa, Brian Jacks and plenty more in between. Covering popular forms such as judo and kung fu right through to lesser-known arts like hapkido and iaido, From Lee To Li is a guide for enthusiasts of martial arts sports and kung fu movies alike and is probably the only A-Z to feature monks alongside movie stars and Olympic athletes.

I Am Oum Ry - A Champion Kickboxer's Story of Surviving the Cambodian Genocide and Discovering Peace (Hardcover): Oum Ry I Am Oum Ry - A Champion Kickboxer's Story of Surviving the Cambodian Genocide and Discovering Peace (Hardcover)
Oum Ry; Zochada Tat, Addi Somekh; Introduction by Michael G Vann
R506 Discovery Miles 5 060 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

"The story of the legendary martial arts fighter and kickboxer Oum Ry is by turns pulse-pounding, disturbing, and powerful. His is an astonishing life told beautifully by his daughter Zochada Tat and Addi Somekh. The book will grip you from its first pages and not let you go." -Jeff Chang, author of Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America and Can't Stop Won't Stop: A History of the Hip-Hop Generation Oum Ry (b.1944) is a former international champion kickboxer who first brought the Cambodian martial art Pradal Serey to the United States. When his family of silver engravers couldn't afford his food or schooling, he lived with monks until seeking out Pradal Serey masters, soon becoming national champion at 23 years old and one of the most famous fighters in the region. For 15 years, he toured Southeast Asia, and without ever suffering a knock-out, won more than 250 fights. After a young man's dream-life of stardom, parties, and girls, his new wife gave birth to a child in 1975, two months before the Khmer Rouge entered Phnom Penh and threw the country into the chaos of civil war, where starvation, disease, and mass executions were common. Oum Ry survived the genocide though much of his family perished. He was saved many times from death in Cambodia due to fame, talent, and his resilience, but suffered a life-threatening attack during Southern California's epic gang violence of the 1990s. Earlier, as a refugee with his young family in Chicago, Oum Ry learned English while working cleaning hotels. But within a few years, he had an investor in Long Beach, California and opened one of the first kickboxing gyms in the United States. This is Oum Ry's life story, which is propelled by his highly anticipated return to Cambodia in February 2022 to reunite with family and to pass on Pradal Serey traditions to the next generation.

Combato - The Art of Self-Defence (Paperback): Bill Underwood Combato - The Art of Self-Defence (Paperback)
Bill Underwood
R535 R433 Discovery Miles 4 330 Save R102 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Hagakure - The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai (Paperback): Yamamoto Tsunetomo Hagakure - The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai (Paperback)
Yamamoto Tsunetomo; Translated by Alexander Bennett
R396 R335 Discovery Miles 3 350 Save R61 (15%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The comprehensive and accurate edition of the Hagakure is a must-have for serious martial artists or fans of samurai and the bushido code. The Hagakure is one of the most influential of all Japanese texts--written nearly 300 years ago by Yamamoto Tsunetomo to summarize the very essence of the Japanese Samurai bushido ("warrior") spirit. Its influence has been felt throughout the world, and yet its existence is scarcely known to many Westerners. This is the first translation to include the complete first two books of the Hagakure and the most reliable and authentic passages contained within the third book; all other English translations published previously have been fragmentary and incomplete. Alex Bennett's wholly new and highly readable translation of this essential work includes extensive footnotes that serve to fill in many cultural and historical gaps in the previous translations. This unique combination of readability and scholarship gives Hagakure: The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai a distinct advantage over all previous English editions.

Secrets of the Japanese Art of Warfare - From the School of Certain Victory (Hardcover): Thomas Cleary Secrets of the Japanese Art of Warfare - From the School of Certain Victory (Hardcover)
Thomas Cleary
R409 R344 Discovery Miles 3 440 Save R65 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This samurai strategy books is the first widely available English translation of Yamamoto Kansuke's classic treatise on strategy and tactics. Secrets of the Japanese Art of Warfare is Thomas Cleary's translation of the seminal writings attributed to Yamamoto Kansuke on Japanese martial arts and military service. A mysterious man of humble origins, Yamamoto distinguished himself in the service of the redoubtable Takeda Shingen. Yamamoto was a career soldier and founder of the so-called "school of certain victory," from which the famous Miyamoto Musashi (The Book of Five Rings) emerged. His school developed the art of discerning situational combat advantage so that a warrior was able to commit to action only when success was virtually assured. Translated and accompanied with helpful insights by Thomas Cleary, one of the foremost translators of the martial wisdom of Asia, this book is for all persons engaged in military, law enforcement, or emergency response, as well as for martial artists, athletes, business executives, diplomats and politicians.

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