Japanese Physical Training by Harrie Irving Hancock

Japanese Physical Training by Harrie Irving Hancock

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Japanese Physical Training by Harrie Irving Hancock

This vintage book contains an analysis of the system of exercise, diet, and general mode of living common in Japanese culture, with a special focus on the ancient art of Ju-Jitsu. This fascinating volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in Japanese history and culture, and is not to be missed by the discerning student of Ju-Jitsu. The chapters of this book include: The History of Ju-Jitsu, with a description of its First Principles, A Healthy Stomach the Basis of All Strength What the Japanese Eat in Summer and in Winter, Feats that Strengthen the Heart and Lungs Work that Brings the Arms to a Condition of Magnificent Development, etcetera. This book has been elected for modern republication due to its educational value, and is being republished now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author. This book was first published in 1904.
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ISBN 13 9781017898071
ISBN 10 1017898073
Title Japanese Physical Training
Author Harrie Irving Hancock
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Legare Street Press
Year published 2022-10-27
Number of pages 212
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