The Way of Judo
A Portrait of Jigoro Kano and His Students
$46.24
- Paperback
240 pages
- Release Date
14 August 2013
Summary
A portrait of the founder of judo, Jigoro Kano (1860-1938), and the various colorful and fascinating disciples who wanted to carry on his legacy.
Kodokan judo, one of the most well-known martial arts in the world today, was originated by Jigoro Kano (1860-1938), a martial artist and career educator who developed the art after studying several types of jujutsu, sumo, and Western wrestling. Openness and refinement were hallmarks of his personal and professional style, and he relentlessl…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781590309162 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1590309162 |
| Author: | John Stevens |
| Publisher: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Imprint: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 240 |
| Release Date: | 14 August 2013 |
| Weight: | 289g |
| Dimensions: | 216mm x 140mm x 15mm |
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About The Author
John Stevens
John Stevens is the author or translator of over twenty books on Buddhism, Zen, aikido, and Asian culture. He is an authority on Zen calligraphy and has practiced and taught aikido all over the world.
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