Classical Budo

Author: Donn F. Draeger
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
ISBN: 0834802341
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Donn Draeger was one of the most famous and well-respected martial artists of the twentieth century, and he was a pioneer in bringing Asian martial arts study to the West. Here, he illuminates the compelling historical, political, and philosophical events that gave rise to the development of the budo arts. The classical budo, or "martial ways" are not combat systems like their forerunner, bujutsu, or "martial arts"; nor are they sports like modern judo, kendo, or karate. They are first and foremost spiritual disciplines, whose ultimate goal, achieved through the most rigorous mental and physical training, is self-realization in the tradition of Zen Buddhism. The author details the history, philosophy, and methods of a variety of these "martial ways," some using weapons and some weaponless, and reveals how they evolved from their combative roots. The book includes fascinating artwork from classical sources, and archival photographs of modern budo masters in action.

Classical Budo

Author: Donn F. Draeger
Publisher: Weatherhill, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 136

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Classical budo

Author: D. F. Draeger
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

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Rediscovering Budo

Author: Roald Knutsen
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004213910
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288

Book Description
In an environment where Budo has lost much of its original spirit in the inevitable process of changing attitudes towards sport, Roald Knutsen reappraises and reaffirms the profound and intrinsic importance of the underlying warrior culture and its real legacy. Technical knowledge rests entirely in the dojo; this book is intended to show those interested something of the roots that underpin the true Bujutsu and Budo, and to throw some light on the other complex influences from the past that have enriched so many of the surviving traditions. A number of these roots are purely warrior-based in nature, others are intellectual or even esoteric. If a student is only searching for technique, then this book will be of limited value. But for those inclined to look below the surface, there is much to commend it. Indeed, it will be widely welcomed by more serious Budo practitioners, as well as interested observers, who are looking for a return to 'first principles', concerned more about substance than style, and thereby gain valuable insight into the mind-set of Japan's unique warrior culture.

Black Belt

Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.

Classical Weaponry of Japan

Author: Serge Mol
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770029416
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
Classic Weaponry Of Japan is a Kodansha International publication.

Budo

Author: Morihei Ueshiba
Publisher: Kodansha
ISBN: 9784770020703
Category : Aikido
Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
Budo Teachings of the Founder of Aikido Ueshiba is a Kodansha International publication.

Modern Bujutsu & Budo

Author: Donn F. Draeger
Publisher: Weatherhill, Incorporated
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 210

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Koryu Bujutsu

Author: Diane Skoss
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890536046
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 196

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Indigenous Sports History and Culture in Asia

Author: Fan Hong
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000461629
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 170

Book Description
This is the first book in English that adopts a critical socio-historical perspective to examine the important themes and challenges of Asian indigenous culture and sport. Written by leading sport historians and scholars, the chapters in the book contain real-life case studies and comparative studies in Asian sport. The book examines the history, contemporary governance and management, gender, and ethnic issues embedded in folk sports and physical culture, and the challenges faced by Asian indigenous sports and their evolution. Based on cutting-edge research from China, Japan, Korea, Israel and beyond, this book will be a valuable addition to any course in sport history, sport culture, sport development and sport sociology. It will stimulate those who are seeking ways to promote and develop indigenous sports, from intangible cultural heritage protection to global sport partnership. It will also be of interest to students, researchers, and practitioners, who wish to understand the changing face of Asian society and Asian indigenous sport. The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of The International Journal of the History of Sport.