Black & white photographs and drawings. 288pp

This major reference book is unique and long overdue! The entries treat the technical and historical aspects of all the martial arts and include rules of contest. Line drawings illustrate hundreds of techniques, cross references show the relationships between the martial arts of various countries and styles. Includes fascinating information on such topics as armour, Jutsu finger locks, Shuriken projectiles, parts of the body used for striking in Karate, the complete rules of Judo and much more. Among the 39 martial arts included are Aikido, Ju-jutsu, Karate, Kendo, Kenjutsu, Kyudo, Sambo, Sumo, T'ai Chi, Thaing, Wado-ry and Yabusame. (For this item please quote stock ID 19801)

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