Martial Arts America

Martial Arts America
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Publisher : Frog Books
Total Pages : 228
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ISBN-10 : 1883319676
ISBN-13 : 9781883319670
Rating : 4/5 (670 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Martial Arts America by : Bob Orlando

Download or read book Martial Arts America written by Bob Orlando and published by Frog Books. This book was released on 1997 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This broad survey of martial arts traditions and their evolution to modern Western practice challenging the purpose and effectiveness of many martial arts activities and training methods used in the U.S. today. By focusing on the most effective and relevant way for Americans to pursue the various martial arts, Orlando's useful insights penetrate a subject too often shrouded in mysticism and marketing hype. 30 photos. 79 illustrations.


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