THE OFFICIAL MARTIAL ARTS HANDBOOK is the only guide to the martial arts authorised and produced by the Martial Arts Commission-the official ruling body in the U.K.

Here is the first comprehensive reference of the martial arts language, based on research involving hundreds of books and periodicals and on the fighting arts.

Bruce Lee was a born fighter, a master of kung fu, who developed his own unique form of this ancient art. He battled to succeed as a film star in America

For thousands of years he has had to fight to defend himself, his family or his territory. The greatest threat, however, has always been his fellow man.

Written by a 6th degree black belt instructor with more than 30 years' experience, it's packed with essential knowledge for judoka up to black belt level.

Karate is an unusual activity in that the experts are not in full agreement upon its aims. Self-defence or sport?Exercise or philosophy?

Taekwondo is a Korean martial art and combat sport. A form of mental as well as military training, it is now the national sport of Korea as well as an Olympic one

THE GREATEST BOXING STORIES EVER TOLD delivers a knockout collection of not only the best writing ever penned on the subject of "the sweet science

Practiced in almost every country around the world, Judo is an Olympic sport with internationally recognized rules and regulations.

This is an introduction to Taoism examining the background of the way and relating Taoist thought to ethics, the natural world and to Chinese art and symbolism.

Competition karate is increasing in popularity. It now attracts a much wider range of participants than previously.

All the facts, legends and technique of the ninja are presented here y one of the foremost authorities on the subject.

Wing Chun relies on skill rather than brute strength, and is suitable for women and men of any size, strength or age.

This definitive, profusely illustrated manual covers the essential elements of the philosophy and practice of Aikido

Aikido techniques, originally based on ancient Jujutsu, are exceedingly effective for actual combat.