Xue Sheng154 7
All weight is underside
I have it in Kindle, but I believe it is about 280 pages. And so far, I like it, it is getting into the history and origin which is what I was looking for
What martial arts book are you currently reading?
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A slight deviation; I seem to have a (un)conscious bias where I gravitate toward books which are written about traditional Japanese martial and other arts that have been authored by Japanese people! I donāt seem to value the ideas and opinions of occidental authors for some reason (notable exception is Dave Lowry). Part of this comes from being repeatedly told and believing that Japan and its people are so subtle and hidden behind a barrier of etiquette and tradition, that unless you are born there and deeply marinated in its culture, you have no way of truly understanding their culture and arts. And yet youI think you can be a foreigner in a country but still really be totally integrated; Iām not genetically English but I know far more about the culture/history/traditions than those who are, and behave accordingly.
Does anyone else have this bias?
Does anyone else have this bias?
Jazzpurr
White Belt
Not technique based, but has anyone read the Mark Salzman books that covered his martial arts experience? "Lost in Place" is a great story of growing up as a teen with an instructor who's human failings become more obvious as the students grow to adulthood. Lots of familiar moments for most martial artists.
A thoughtful and illuminating exploration of the principles and practical meaning concealed within traditional martial arts kata and not just Karate. Rather than simply describing the movements, the book encourages the reader to look beyond their surface appearance and consider their underlying purpose, mechanics and tactical application. Its strength lies in prompting practitioners to question what they are doing and, more importantly, why they are doing it. For anyone interested in traditional martial arts, particularly those wishing to move beyond the purely formal performance of kata, this is an engaging and thought-provoking book that provides much to consider both inside and outside the dÅjÅ.
isshinryuronin54 53
Senior Master
Just got Okinawan Kobudo: A History of Weaponry, Styles and Masters. I believe it's the most comprehensive book on the subect.
@Jazzpurr I started reading my copy of āIron and Silkā and itās really entertaining!
Prince_Alarming101 37
Senior Master
Is the book of five rings worth a look even if you don't train with weapons (except air pistols and a dagger)? I'm intrigued.
Prince_Alarming101 37
Senior Master
having seen Mr.Gyakuto's video earlier, I think it might actually be good for my mental health as well. It's settled then. If I quit smoking for a week, I'll buy it with the money I saved
Prince_Alarming101 37
Senior Master
OMGoodness just saw a collection of the art of war, the book of the five rings and the way of the samurai in one book!
Did you get it?
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