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Advanced Stick Fighting THE DEFINITIVE BOOK BY A FAMOUS
BUDO GRAND MASTER Bushido, the way of the warrior, is deeply bound
to the rich history of the martial traditions of Japan, which have
drawn generations of devotees, as well as awe and respect worldwide.
Of all the Martial Arts, bo-jutsu, or stick fighting, is one of the
least understood and most intriguing, having been largely hidden for
centuries. In Advanced Stick Fighting, Masaaki Hatsumi, the most
renowned Budo and Ninja grand master in the world, and author of
Stick Fighting and The Way of the Ninja, reveals some of the secrets
surrounding this revered fighting art. Hatsumi offers the reader
thoughtful reflections on bushido, its venerable history, and its
role in today's world. He also discusses the origins of bo-jutsu,
which he sees as inexorably linked to the evolution of humankind; it
is both universal and timeless. While the highly acclaimed and
long-selling Stick Fighting dealt mainly with self-defense using
short sticks, this book reveals to the reader a number of advanced
techniques using medium and long sticks that were originally used by
samurai swordsmen and military commanders. Lavish illustrations
accompany the explanations and help further demonstrate the
graceful, mysterious movements of stick fighting. The original
Japanese text is also included in the appendix. This book will be an
important addition to the libraries of readers who are seriously
interested in pursuing the more advanced applications of stick
fighting. It will also deepen readers' understanding of bushido in
general, and bring them closer to Hatsumi's personal philosophy-that
only through complete devotion to the Martial Arts as a way of life
can self-enlightenment be attained, and that the wisdom gained
through this can promote a true and lasting world of peace.
Item # : 929966
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