Lessons from the Samurai : Ancient Self-Defense Strategies and Techniques

Neff, Fred

ISBN 10: 0822595311 / ISBN 13: 9780822595311

Published by Lerner Publishing Group, 1987

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Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Lessons from the Samurai : Ancient Self-Defense Strategies and Techniques
• Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
• Publication Date: 1987
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0822595311
• ISBN 13: 9780822595311
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 2 pounds

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Synopsis

This book discusses the Japanese Samurai Warrior's history, philosophy, physical conditioning and fighting methods. Fighting techniques include ones used in ju-jutsu, yawara, and kempo. Some of the topics covered are history, philosophy, common questions, conditioning the body for battle, meditation, foundation for defense, movement, dodging, the art of atemi, training suggestions, falling techniques, punches, strikes, foot techniques, blocks, combination of fighting techniques, the art of throwing, escapes, counter move and containment strategy. This book teaches how to plan your defense. The reader learns how to confuse the opponent, turn the tables on an attacker and handle different types of fighters..

From the Publisher

Fred Neff started his training in Asian fighting arts at the age of eight. In 1974, Mr. Neff received a rank of fifth degree black belt in karate. In the same year he was made master of the art of kempo at a formal ceremony. He is also proficient in judo, ju-jutsu and certain methods of chuan-fa. Mr. Neff's study of East Asian culture has taken him to Hong Kong, Japan, The People's Republic of China and Singapore. For many years, Mr. Neff has used his knowledge to educate others. He has taught karate at the University of Minnesota, the University of Wisconsin, and Inver Hills Community College. He has also organized and supervised self defense classes for special education programs, public schools, private institutions, and city recreation departments. Included in his teaching program have been classes for law enforcement officers. He has received many rewards for his accomplishments and community involvement, including the City of St. Paul Citizen of the Month Award in 1975, WCCO Radio Good Neighbor Award in 1985, and the Presidential Medal of Merit in 1990. He is the author of 19 books including Everybody's Self-Defense, Lessons From The Western Warriors, Lessons From the Eastern Warriors, Lessons From The Fighting Commandos, Lessons From The Samurai, Lessons From The Art Of Kempo, Lessons From The Japanese Masters, Basic Karate, Self-Protection Guidebook For Girls and Women and Keeping Fit.