Karate Uncovered Fact Fiction Wisdom Magic

Author : Mark D Bishop
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780244985929

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Karate Uncovered (Fact & Fiction, Wisdom & Magic) by Mark D Bishop Pdf

Explosively direct: Always one to stand his ground for technical reality and historical fact, this work reflects the quality and sheer scale of information in the author's previous works. Poignant questions are asked, debates are raised and down-to-earth, enlightening answers are given. Much of what is considered to be tradition by many a karate-ka is shown to be not necessarily the case. If you think the closed-fist punch is standard fair, read the facts. If you have been taught that karate is an ancient Japanese art founded on violence, reconsider the fiction. If you think karate training is for self-development, absorb the wisdom. If you seek the truth about zen, enjoy the magic. Packed with until now undisclosed information, this book leads the way for the mature karate-ka to discover those hidden treasures that lie beneath the surface. Fifty years of training will give any teacher insights and Mark D Bishop has more than most to offer. Read, absorb, be enriched & uncover your true self, through karate

Author : Mark D Bishop
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-12-07
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781326883546

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Starship Free: An Anthology by Mark D Bishop Pdf

Starship Free began as a concept of freedom when Mark D Bishop, as a pupil in a private English school in the 1960s, was feeling the effects of long-term physical and emotional confinement. It represented an escape that in his imagination created a world of travel, writing, love and martial arts. The 50 years of poetry that this Anthology represents, chart the course of how he acted out these dreams. While travelling, living, researching, training and working in various lands for 50 years, Mark D Bishop felt inspired to write poetry that he felt he would one day publish. This work then, recording his life's adventures in poetry, is the reality of his childhood daydreams. To the reader, the work represents a fascinating and mind-opening experience; be they arm-chair traveller or adventurer themselves, 'Starship Free: An Anthology' is a reassuring travel companion and an uplifting friend

Author : Mark D Bishop
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-02
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780244477677

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Okinawan Te, In the Footsteps of The Masters by Mark D Bishop Pdf

Known for its knock-out strikes, fluid footwork & bladed weaponry, Okinawan te is a survivor that has endured due to its ability to adapt to social changes. In 1609, in order to suppress Okinawa's developing military might & vast trading links, the Japanese Satsuma clan launched a massive invasion & subjugated the island kingdom. Until then, te had been a bushido battlefield system, with organised castle & naval warfare. However, under Satsuma's rule, the Okinawan bushi, could no longer bear arms in public or have standing armies, so te was transformed into a personal fighting system & recreational activity. Within karate, Okinawan dance & music, the hidden essence of te still provides the framework. It fills Okinawan cultural life & keeps its subtle social machinery revolving. In this detailed work the foundation stones of Okinawan te are laid out through the explanations of historic technical photographs left by the masters for future generations; their forethought has enabled us to walk in their footsteps.

Author : Mark D Bishop
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 129127345X

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OKINAWAN TE Self-defence Applications Decoded (Book Two) by Mark D Bishop Pdf

Author : Mark D Bishop
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780244145958

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Okinawan Karate: Teachers, Styles & Secret Techniques, Revised & Expanded Second Edition: Master Version by Mark D Bishop Pdf

Progression is a positive trait, as long as one keeps in touch with the past and has a staple backdrop to focus or fall back on. Although the Revised Expanded Third Edition contains all the wording and photographs that are reproduced in both the first edition, as well as this Revised and Expanded Second Edition, it comparatively represents a step into what was, for these latter two books, the future. The year 2019, in which I am writing this foreword, represents respectively 30 years and 20 years into the future since the publication of these two books, so I think this faithful reproduction of the Master Version by Q&I Publications is well timed. For some readers it might bring about nostalgia, for others it might be an eye-opener into a world that is not always truthfully represented, due to commercial or other reasons. For the teachers who I interviewed and have been embodied herein, I hope this Master Version will remain a testament into how they wished to be represented for time immemorial.

Author : Fonda Lee
Publisher : Orbit
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780316440899

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Jade City by Fonda Lee Pdf

In this World Fantasy Award-winning novel of magic and kungfu, four siblings battle rival clans for honor and power in an Asia-inspired fantasy metropolis. *Named one of TIME's Top 100 Fantasy Books Of All Time ​* World Fantasy Award for Best Novel, winner Jade is the lifeblood of the island of Kekon. It has been mined, traded, stolen, and killed for -- and for centuries, honorable Green Bone warriors like the Kaul family have used it to enhance their magical abilities and defend the island from foreign invasion. Now, the war is over and a new generation of Kauls vies for control of Kekon's bustling capital city. They care about nothing but protecting their own, cornering the jade market, and defending the districts under their protection. Ancient tradition has little place in this rapidly changing nation. When a powerful new drug emerges that lets anyone -- even foreigners -- wield jade, the simmering tension between the Kauls and the rival Ayt family erupts into open violence. The outcome of this clan war will determine the fate of all Green Bones -- and of Kekon itself. Praise for Jade City: "An epic drama reminiscent of the best classic Hong Kong gangster films but set in a fantasy metropolis so gritty and well-imagined that you'll forget you're reading a book." --Ken Liu, Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Award-winning author "A beautifully realized setting, a great cast of characters, and dramatic action scenes. What a fun, gripping read!" --Ann Leckie, Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author "An instantly absorbing tale of blood, honor, family and magic, spiced with unexpectedly tender character beats." --NPR The Green Bone Saga Jade City Jade War Jade Legacy

Author : Joseph Cardillo
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2008-12-14
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780446554626

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Be Like Water by Joseph Cardillo Pdf

In the vein of Bruce Lee's famous "be water, my friend" speech as referenced by Tom Brady comes a guide to harnessing your energy to increase focus and peace. "A fascinating and helpful book for everyone trying to make sense of our crazy world." -- Joe Hyams, Author of Zen in the Martial Arts Joseph Cardillo, Ph.D and top-selling author, reveals the philosophy behind the martial arts techniques that lead to a creative and fulfilled life in this entertaining and insightful guide. Using the techniques outlined in this book, you will feel more deeply and gain confidence in your ability to take care of yourself.

Author : Catharine Bomhold,Terri Elder
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 374 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781598843927

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Build It, Make It, Do It, Play It! by Catharine Bomhold,Terri Elder Pdf

A valuable, one-stop guide to collection development and finding ideal subject-specific activities and projects for children and teens. For busy librarians and educators, finding instructions for projects, activities, sports, and games that children and teens will find interesting is a constant challenge. This guide is a time-saving, one-stop resource for locating this type of information—one that also serves as a valuable collection development tool that identifies the best among thousands of choices, and can be used for program planning, reference and readers' advisory, and curriculum support. Build It, Make It, Do It, Play It! identifies hundreds of books that provide step-by-step instructions for creating arts and crafts, building objects, finding ways to help the disadvantaged, or engaging in other activities ranging from gardening to playing games and sports. Organized by broad subject areas—arts and crafts, recreation and sports (including indoor activities and games), and so forth—the entries are further logically organized by specific subject, ensuring quick and easy use.

Author : Zhixin Lin
Publisher : Zhixin Lin
Page : 1637 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Martial Arts Collection: Heartbreak Red by Zhixin Lin Pdf

Author : Xiao YaoHuanYu
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 732 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2019-10-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781648146725

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Primitive Sage: Conquer Another World by Xiao YaoHuanYu Pdf

In the twenty-first century, just as Li Yun was about to commit suicide by jumping off a cliff, a bolt of purple lightning struck him, bringing him to a chaotic period. In the end, when he encountered Pangu, he took his treasure, and during the time of Pangu's creation, he was schemed by the heavens to help Pangu.Li Yun: What did Hong Jun say ...

Author : Clarisse Mefotso Fall
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781796019537

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Clarisse Blanche by Clarisse Mefotso Fall Pdf

The power of a woman lies in her heart. Confidence is key to success. I see this in some women and most successful women, but this will only take place when she has been raised with confidence and seen as a beautiful or pretty girl since she was young or even before puberty—the art, magic, and life experience through childhood and adulthood.

Author : Ai ShangYuWeiWen
Publisher : Funstory
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781636540504

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Immortal From Another World by Ai ShangYuWeiWen Pdf

Ye Fei, who brought along his father's flying immortal from outer space, came to the continent after surviving for 500 years. Even though he was called an idiot by others, his family love and love made him truly feel the warmth of his family.

Author : Zhang Cheng
Publisher : Publicationsbooks
Page : 1097 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781304487315

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Gate of War by Zhang Cheng Pdf

Qingzhushan Mountain is the eastern branch of the southern section of Tianxing Mountain, with complex geological structure, with strange peaks, deep pools and ancient caves and pale rocks. It belongs to a humid climate zone, where there is no heat in summer, little cold in winter, a lot of rainfall and high humidity, and it is often shrouded in clouds, with lush forests and bamboos all over the mountains and green seasons

Author : Craig R. E. Krohn
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-12-10
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781491714607

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Mastery Mind-Set by Craig R. E. Krohn Pdf

In the world of martial arts, many things that look amazing are less so in reality; they seem impressive but are impractical at best. In Mastery Mind-Set, author Craig R. E. Krohn delivers a real martial arts methodology that focuses on internal techniques through which truly amazing things are possible. Derived from masters of Okinawa and Japanese arts, Krohns methods demonstrate how to approach your training in a manner that can help you achieve a higher level of mastery. After a primer on the fundamentals of the mastery mind-set, Krohn delves into the concept of internal power, which helps the practitioner find a sense of body connectedness that allows the absorption of full-power blows without injury. In addition, Mastery Mind-Set shows how internal power can be used to create devastating punches and kicks that can disrupt internal organs and shatter an opponents defenses. This guide discusses specific techniques and challenges the practitioner to let go of outdated training practices that might be hindering his or her development. It presents mental exercises that can transform an external martial art practice into an internal one. Krohn shows that, with practice and mental conditioning, powerful secrets can be applied to your martial arts and your life to allow you to perform the impossible.

Author : Chuck Norris
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1997-01-06
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780553069082

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The Secret Power Within by Chuck Norris Pdf

Chuck Norris has spent a lifetime studying the martial arts, earning several black belts and world championships. Now, through anecdotes about his own personal struggles and triumphs, Norris explains how the ancient system of Zen--the core philosophy behind the martial arts--can help each of us achieve spiritual tranquillity and self-confidence. The Secret Power Within is both a highly accessible lesson in Zen philosophy as well as the compelling story of Chuck Norris's own remarkable success. In this highly entertaining and inspiring account, Norris shows how Zen can be applicable to everyday situations, from the conference room to the living room. Chapters include: * Winning by Losing: If you have nothing to prove, you have no need to fight. * Complete the Wheel: How to balance your life to achieve success. * Your Master, Your Art: To maintain self-respect you must respect the work you do, and do it as well as possible. * My Way of Meditating: Norris's personal technique for achieving tranquillity under pressure. The message is simple: There are no limits for the person who refuses to accept them.