Author: Daniel C. Pauley
Publisher: Samantha Pauley
ISBN: 9780615233567
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
A Dictionary of the Martial Arts
Author: Louis Frederic
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780486444024
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From well-known forms such as ju-jutsu, karate, tae-kwon-do, aikido, t'ai-chi chu'an, and kung-fu to the less familiar practices of kyudo, kendo, and yabusame, this encyclopedic reference defines the terms and describes the moves, motivations, and contest rules for all of the major martial arts. Comprehensive and well-illustrated, its alphabetically arranged entries cover not only the technical and historical details of each martial art, but a wide range of weaponry, influential practitioners from Miyamoto Musashi to Bruce Lee, techniques such as ibuki and ki-ai, and concepts such as do, qi, shen, and wa. Hundreds of diagrams and drawings illustrate the finer points of all techniques. Cross references further clarify the relationships between the martial arts of one country and another and between related styles. Clear and detailed in its explanations, this is the book that no martial-arts enthusiast can do without.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780486444024
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
From well-known forms such as ju-jutsu, karate, tae-kwon-do, aikido, t'ai-chi chu'an, and kung-fu to the less familiar practices of kyudo, kendo, and yabusame, this encyclopedic reference defines the terms and describes the moves, motivations, and contest rules for all of the major martial arts. Comprehensive and well-illustrated, its alphabetically arranged entries cover not only the technical and historical details of each martial art, but a wide range of weaponry, influential practitioners from Miyamoto Musashi to Bruce Lee, techniques such as ibuki and ki-ai, and concepts such as do, qi, shen, and wa. Hundreds of diagrams and drawings illustrate the finer points of all techniques. Cross references further clarify the relationships between the martial arts of one country and another and between related styles. Clear and detailed in its explanations, this is the book that no martial-arts enthusiast can do without.
Pauley's Guide
Author: Daniel C. Pauley
Publisher: Samantha Pauley
ISBN: 9780615233567
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Publisher: Samantha Pauley
ISBN: 9780615233567
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Dictionary of Japanese Martial Arts
Author: George Alexander
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781312870109
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
An Encyclopedic Japanese to English Dictionary of the Japanese Martial Arts. The Basics of Japanese Martial Arts (Bujutsu) & Ways (Budo) Samurai; Ninjutsu and Okinawan Weaponry (Buki-ho). Written by George W. Alexander Ph.D.& Bo M. Jespersen, M.D.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781312870109
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 506
Book Description
An Encyclopedic Japanese to English Dictionary of the Japanese Martial Arts. The Basics of Japanese Martial Arts (Bujutsu) & Ways (Budo) Samurai; Ninjutsu and Okinawan Weaponry (Buki-ho). Written by George W. Alexander Ph.D.& Bo M. Jespersen, M.D.
Tuttle Dictionary Martial Arts Korea, China & Japan
Author: Daniel Kogan
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462905153
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Featuring translations of terms from Korean, Chinese and Japanese this dictionary is a must have for any serious martial arts practitioner. The modern martial artist requires more than a mere vocabulary listing. The modern practitioner wants an in–depth exploration not only of the equivalency of meaning but also the cultural and historical background of the terms relevant to the martial arts. To answer that need, this dictionary includes: Over 7,100 of the most important martial arts terms in Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, and Okinawan Full description of techniques Weapons Styles Martial Arts Masters This martial arts dictionary is a must have for every martial arts student. With its culturally relevant terminology, this book includes everything to satisfy both traditional purists and eclectic practitioners. As this is the combined work of four separate compilers, each a specialist in a region's language and martial arts, this is in fact four dictionaries in one. Each compiler's expertise contributes to the consistent high quality and linguistic accuracy throughout.
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462905153
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Featuring translations of terms from Korean, Chinese and Japanese this dictionary is a must have for any serious martial arts practitioner. The modern martial artist requires more than a mere vocabulary listing. The modern practitioner wants an in–depth exploration not only of the equivalency of meaning but also the cultural and historical background of the terms relevant to the martial arts. To answer that need, this dictionary includes: Over 7,100 of the most important martial arts terms in Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, and Okinawan Full description of techniques Weapons Styles Martial Arts Masters This martial arts dictionary is a must have for every martial arts student. With its culturally relevant terminology, this book includes everything to satisfy both traditional purists and eclectic practitioners. As this is the combined work of four separate compilers, each a specialist in a region's language and martial arts, this is in fact four dictionaries in one. Each compiler's expertise contributes to the consistent high quality and linguistic accuracy throughout.
Japanese Martial Arts Character Dictionary
Author: Thomas R. Jenkins
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780970633712
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780970633712
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Encyclopedic Japanese-English Dictionary of the Japanese Martial Arts
Author: George W. Alexander
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780963177599
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 468
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780963177599
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 468
Book Description
The Dictionary of Martial Arts
Author: Emil Farkas
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781856480024
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781856480024
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Dictionary for Students of Japanese Martial Arts
Author: Richard Ganey
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781617630118
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A perfect beginners dictionary of Japanese terms and their definitions. This dictionary covers several different schools of training and the variations of terms used.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781617630118
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A perfect beginners dictionary of Japanese terms and their definitions. This dictionary covers several different schools of training and the variations of terms used.
The Shotokan Karate Dictionary
Author: Schlatt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610353380
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Illustrated throughout with color photographs of karate stances and techniques--plus clear English definitions of karate terms--The Shotokan Karate Dictionary is a unique reference guide indispensable for every martial arts library. The Shotokan Karate Dictionary, fourth edition, is a complete compendium of essential terms of the practice of karate-do, with special focus on the Shotokan style. Clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate English translations of Japanese karate terms, plus color photographs of essential karate stances, movements, and techniques, will give karate students a firm foundation in karate terminology. A Japanese pronunciation guide and exquisite calligraphy of the Japanese characters (kanji) of each term will deepen students' understanding of karate's cultural roots. This comprehensive reference book covers the Japanese numerical system, different target levels and directions of movement, the basic elements of karate training, basic and advanced katas, as well as the Japanese terms for typical instructions and commands you will hear throughout your karate training. The Shotokan Karate Dictionary also explores the philosophical background of karate through an explanation of selected terms, the origin of the name karate-do, the Twenty Precepts of Funakoshi, the rules that govern the dojo, karate philosophies, and annotations by famous Zen masters.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781610353380
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Illustrated throughout with color photographs of karate stances and techniques--plus clear English definitions of karate terms--The Shotokan Karate Dictionary is a unique reference guide indispensable for every martial arts library. The Shotokan Karate Dictionary, fourth edition, is a complete compendium of essential terms of the practice of karate-do, with special focus on the Shotokan style. Clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate English translations of Japanese karate terms, plus color photographs of essential karate stances, movements, and techniques, will give karate students a firm foundation in karate terminology. A Japanese pronunciation guide and exquisite calligraphy of the Japanese characters (kanji) of each term will deepen students' understanding of karate's cultural roots. This comprehensive reference book covers the Japanese numerical system, different target levels and directions of movement, the basic elements of karate training, basic and advanced katas, as well as the Japanese terms for typical instructions and commands you will hear throughout your karate training. The Shotokan Karate Dictionary also explores the philosophical background of karate through an explanation of selected terms, the origin of the name karate-do, the Twenty Precepts of Funakoshi, the rules that govern the dojo, karate philosophies, and annotations by famous Zen masters.
Falk's Dictionary of Chinese Martial Arts, Deluxe Soft Cover
Author: Andrea Falk
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0987902857
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
A more than complete dictionary of Chinese martial arts, from Chinese to English. Years and years in the making, this dictionary has more than all the techniques you need. It contains all the words beyond the basics of the language, to enable you to read martial arts books, whether practical, theoretical, historical, or whatever.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0987902857
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
A more than complete dictionary of Chinese martial arts, from Chinese to English. Years and years in the making, this dictionary has more than all the techniques you need. It contains all the words beyond the basics of the language, to enable you to read martial arts books, whether practical, theoretical, historical, or whatever.