Linking the time when karate was a strictly Okinawan art of self-defense shrouded in the deepest secrecy and the present day, when it has become a martial art practiced throughout the world

The ART OF KARATE is a unique book that for the first time presents karate pictorially-as a genuine art form rather than merely as a means of self-defense or as a contact sport

KARATE is the most widely recognized of the martial arts and today enjoys much support throughout the world.

Since the 1950s, karate has exploded in popularity the world over. Initially developed for self-defence, karate is now practiced for many other reasons

Follow the path of budo the warriors code of conduct as it unfolds in the life of karate master Kancho Joko Ninomiya.

Chris Thompson's involvement in karate spans nearly 30 years. He has trained with many of the early Japanese pioneers of Wado-Ryu in England.

Welcome to the exciting art and sport of karate. By learning the techniques of karate, you can begin to gain greater self- confidence

The physical and spiritual power of the master martial artist imbues him with great visual magnetism

KARATE is the most widely recognised of the martial arts and today enjoys much support throughout the world.

A companion volume to the highly successful Karate-do Manual, now in its sixth edition, this book breaks new ground in martial arts territory

Analyzes karate techniques commonly preferred by contestants in sport bouts. Explains the kinetic composition of individual fighting actions

by Karate Instructor Michael Brix (for several years a close acquaintence of the author, Sensei K . Oerum)

Great karate champions generally have one factor in common: they have trained with some of the best instructors in the world. Now you can learn the basic fundamentals essential to success in the sport from one of the greatest karate superstars of our time

This book provides guidance for those practising the enormously popular martial art of karate. The author looks at combination techniques

Chuck Merriman, former world class competitor, coach of the USA team, needs no introduction to the martial arts world.

By David Mitchell - Super Activ