This is an introduction to the origins, philosophy and practice of the world's martial arts. This book 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.
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An introduction to the origins, philosophy and practice of the world's martial arts. This book provides a chapter-by-chapter tour of the many varieties of martial arts, such as aikido, lai-do, jiu-jitsu and Thai boxing, discussing how and why these arts developed, and their ways and laws.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781853752063
Publisert
2003-06-02
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Prion Books Ltd
Vekt
190 gr
Høyde
197 mm
Bredde
129 mm
Aldersnivå
01, G
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
192

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