Karate-do: The Way of the Empty Hand Tapa dura - 1996

Marlborough: Crowood Press. Light wear to jacket, minimal wear to book. . Near Fine. Hardcover. 1996.

Great Britain: The Crowood Press. Harback First edition Aimed at anyone interested in taking up karate as well as those already in training, this book covers all aspects of this popular martial art. It includes the history and philosophy of karate, fundamentals, kicks and sweeps, weapons, training methods and karate in self-defence. It covers almost every aspect of karate; basic strikes like Gyaku-zuki (reverse punch) and Mawashi-geri (round kick); the basic blocks like Uchi-uke (inner block) and Jodan-uke (head block); every stance you could think of; the history of karate; infomation on stretching, balance and fitness; infomation on the many different weapons used in karat; and one thing that is nice is different ideas for layouts of circuit training. Many black and white photos are used to clearly illustrate what is being explained in the text underneath. The only thing that is missing is a section on kata but that is only becuase this book is meant as an overall introduction to all forms of karate… Leer más

United Kingdom: Crowood Press Ltd, 1996. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. A fully illustrated, comprehensive guide to the history and philosophy, techniques, sport, traditional weapons, and training. Complete with glossary. Crowood Press Ltd 1996. illus 160pp hb dw fine

Hardback. Acceptable.