Shotokan's Secret by Bruce D Clayton

Shotokan's Secret by Bruce D Clayton

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Reveals the origins and purpose of the art of shotokan. This book describes how karate was invented by the world's only unarmed bodyguards to protect the world's only unarmed king, the king of Okinawa, against Americans.

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Shotokan's Secret by Bruce D Clayton

Learn how the hard-style karate that became shotokan took shape in 19th century Okinawa as an embattled king with an unarmed force of bodyguards faced an armed invasion from overseas. In this new 328-page book, author Bruce D. Clayton, Ph.D., uses rare sketches, footnoted historical research, archival lithographs, period photographs and contemporary technique demonstrations to reveal shotokan's deadly intent and propose modern practical applications of such knowledge. Achieve a new level of theoretical understanding and fighting ability by learning Shotokan's Secret for yourself
Bruce D. Clayton, PhD, is an internationally known survival expert and martial artist, and he has written several books on the subjects. He has appeared on The CBS Evening News, The Tomorrow Show, and 60 Minutes.
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ISBN 13 9780897501446
ISBN 10 0897501446
Title Shotokan's Secret
Author Bruce D Clayton
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Black Belt Communications
Year published 2004-07-01
Number of pages 312
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.