The Martial Arts

Kung Fu, judo, karate, tae kwon do, and more: this lavishly illustrated and comprehensive study unites them all. The Martial Arts contains an A-Z index of various fighting forms from around the world, along with a look at their origins and weaponry. Fifty classic legends reveal the philosophical side of these fighting arts, creating a uniquely accessible, fascinating combination of fact and fiction.

ISBN10: 1780977417
ISBN13: 9781780977416
Number Of Pages: 256
Publication Date: 20171003
Publisher: Sterling
Binding: Hardback
SKU: 9781780977416
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Kung Fu, judo, karate, tae kwon do, and more: this lavishly illustrated and comprehensive study unites them all. The Martial Arts contains a complete A-Z index of various fighting forms from around the world, from sumo to capoeira, along with a look at their origins and weaponry. Fifty classic legends reveal the more philosophical side of these fighting arts. No other book on the subject combines fact and fiction in such an accessible and interesting manner.