Oriental Martial Arts


"Aikido and Randori"

Reconciliation of Two Opposing Forces

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Aikido is a defensive martial art that uses throws and joint locks. Tomiki Kenji, the founder of Shodokan Aikido, introduced randori, or freestyle format into Aikido practice. This book sets out to explain the need for the scope of randori in Aikido practice. With 300 b&w photographs. Paperback, 160 pages. Size: 235 x 165 mm. Weight: 458g.
Author:  Allbright, Scott
ISBN:  1861264984
Publisher:  The Crowood Press Ltd
Date:  2002  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Aikido"

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"Martial Arts" series; A Japanese martial art originally developed by Morihei Ueshiba in the early 1900s, Aikido combines elements of self-defence technique, spiritual enlightenment, physical health and self confidence. The name translates as the way of harmony of the spirit. With 225 colour photographs. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 265 x 195 mm. Weight: 401g.
Author:  Allemann, Bruce
ISBN:  1843305917
Publisher:  New Holland Publishers Ltd
Date:  2004  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Competitive Judo"

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The most complete book ever written for the competitive judoka, With 186 photos. Paperback, 200 pages. Size: 254 x 178 mm. Weight: 354g.
Author:  Angus, Ron
ISBN:  0736057447
Publisher:  Human Kinetics Europe Ltd
Date:  2005  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Discovering Aikido"

Principles for Practical Learning

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Analyses the principles that enable the student to learn Aikido efficiently. Many spend their lives searching for the elusive aiki, or fluid power, of Aikido. With 12 diagrams, 137 b&w photos. Paperback, 160 pages. Size: 235 x 165 mm. Weight: 418g.
Author:  Atkinson, Rupert M. J.
ISBN:  1861267401
Publisher:  The Crowood Press Ltd
Date:  2005  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Through the Western Gate"

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A new approach to using t'ai chi for better health, serenity, martial prowess, and higher consciousness. Step-by-step exercises help make this sometimes daunting discipline simple and accessible. With b&w illustrations. Paperback, 265 pages. Size: 228 x 152 mm. Weight: 93g.
Author:  Barrett, Rick
ISBN:  1583941398
Publisher:  North Atlantic Books,U.S.
Date:  2006  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Ju-Jitsu"

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Paperback, 112 pages. Weight: 296g.
Author:  Bell, K.
ISBN:  1848040245
Publisher:  Grange Books Ltd
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  Oriental Martial Arts

"Kickboxing"

From Beginner to Black Belt

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Designed to take the student through the various levels of kickboxing training, from the very early stages right through to black belt, this book is a suitable aid for anyone wanting to train in the comfort of their own home, or to improve their kickboxing skills in the gym or the dojo. With 550 colour photographs. Paperback, 192 pages. Size: 246 x 189 mm. Weight: 568g.
Author:  Billingham, Justyn
ISBN:  1847970370
Publisher:  The Crowood Press Ltd
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"On the Warrior's Path"

Philosophy, Fighting, and Martial Arts Mythology

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Philosophy, Fighting, and Martial Arts Mythology. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 200 pages. Size: 229 x 152 mm. Weight: 357g.
Author:  Bolelli, Daniele
ISBN:  158394219X
Publisher:  Frog Ltd
Date:  2008  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Aikido"

Develop Powerful Mental Focus and Physical Stamina and Strength

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A comprehensive training manual with breathing techniques, warming up exercises, basic moves and attacking and defensive techniques demonstrated clearly by the highest qualified experts. With 350 colour photos. Hardback, 128 pages. Size: 297 x 228 mm. Weight: 788g.
Author:  Brady, Peter
ISBN:  0754815927
Publisher:  Anness Publishing
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Mastering the Twister"

Jiu-Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition

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Early in his jiu-jitsu career, Eddie Bravo dominated dozens of jiu-jitsu competitions with the unorthodox move. When the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation banned his trademark move, he proved the effectiveness of his entire grappling style by defeating the legendary Royler Gracie without 'The Twister'. With col. Paperback, 272 pages. Size: 279 x 229 mm. Weight: 1104g.
Author:  Bravo, Eddie Krauss, Erich Cordoza, Glen
ISBN:  0977731553
Publisher:  Tuttle Publishing,Us
Date:  2007  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Kendo"

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"Martial Arts" series; Introduction To Kendo 8; Kendo concepts; History of kendo and its emergence as a contemporary martial art; Grading (Shinsa) and examination requirements. Kendo Equipment 22; The shinai (long bamboo sword), bokuto (wooden sword), and katana (steel sword). Kendo uniform (dogi) - how to wear and maintain it. With 225 colour photographs. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 265 x 195 mm. Weight: 342g.
Author:  Broderick, Jeff Chart, Ed Ko, Misoo
ISBN:  1843305909
Publisher:  New Holland Publishers Ltd
Date:  2004  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Judo"

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"Martial Arts" series; Depicts beginners' basics and combat techniques of judo in sequences. This book includes chapters which focus on the elementary principles of judo, such as falling, throwing and groundwork. It also includes a section on effective self-defence using judo techniques. With 294 colour images. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 265 x 195 mm. Weight: 371g.
Author:  Butcher, Alex
ISBN:  184773149X
Publisher:  New Holland Publishers Ltd
Date:  2008  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Guerilla Jiu-Jitsu"

Revolutionizing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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Exposes the techniques and strategy that has allowed the author to devastate the competition at some of the world's most prestigious Judo and Jiu-Jitsu tournaments and has led his students to more than a dozen victories in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. With colour illustrations. Paperback, 228 pages. Size: 280 x 228 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author:  Camarillo, Dave
ISBN:  0977731588
Publisher:  Tuttle Publishing,Us
Date:  2006  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"Warrior Arts and Weapons of Ancient Hawaii"

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The cultural lore of the ancient warriors of Hawaii was considered lost. This history documents the complex customs and military traditions of the ancient koa warriors and the deadly tools they used in battles among the rival chieftains and kings. It features main types used in combat from ancient times until the arrival of Captain Cook in 1778. With col. Hardback, 400 pages. Size: 255 x 203 mm. Weight: 788g.
Author:  Campbell, Sid
ISBN:  1583941606
Publisher:  North Atlantic Books,U.S.
Date:  2006  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

"A Street-Smart Song"

Capoeira Philosophy and Inner Life

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Capoeira philosophy and inner life. With b&w. Paperback, 195 pages. Size: 228 x 152 mm. Weight: 505g.
Author:  Capoeira, Nestor
ISBN:  158394155X
Publisher:  North Atlantic Books,U.S.
Date:  2006  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Oriental Martial Arts

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