About this title: Words and drawings by the late martial arts master and international film star Bruce Lee, illustrating his personal martial arts philosophy, which translates as "the way of the intercepting fist."
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Ohara Publications Inc., U.S.
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780897500487ISBN:0897500482
Description: 27.4 x 21.2 x 1.4 cm. Condition good. 39th edition. Isbn 0-89750-048-2, 0897500482. Compiled from Bruce Lee's notes and essays and originally published in 1975, "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" is the best-selling martial arts book in the world. This iconic work explains the science and philosophy behind jeet kune do-the art Lee invented-and includes hundreds of Lee's illustrations. Topics include Zen and enlightenment, kicking, striking, grappling, and footwork. With introductions by Linda Lee and editor ... read more
Description: Very Good. Previously read with moderate shelf wear. No underlining or margin notes present. We are the Twin Cities' largest independent book store. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Ohara Publications, Santa Clarita
Date Published: 2000
ISBN-13:9780897500487ISBN:0897500482
Description: Good. 208 pages. Forty-seventh Printing. B&W drawings. Creasing of covers and a few pages. A few smudged page edges. Previous owner's name on verso of front cover. read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Ohara Publications
Date Published: 1989
ISBN-13:9780897500487ISBN:0897500482
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Minor wear. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 208 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Ohara Publications
Date Published: 1989
ISBN-13:9780897500487ISBN:0897500482
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Appears unread. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 208 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Ohara Publications, Santa Clarita CA
Date Published: 1975
ISBN-13:9780897500487ISBN:0897500482
Description: Very Good. 4to 0897500482 Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 208 p. Contains: Illustrations, very good clean copy, USED copy shows minimal wear. read more
Edition: Later printing
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Ohara Publications, Santa Clarita
Date Published: 1975
ISBN-13:9780897500487ISBN:0897500482
Description: Very Good. 208 p. The book was compiled by Bruce Lee's wife, Linda, after his death. It combines practical training with philosophy. read more
Description: Very Good. Normal Cosmetic wear, edges and spine rubbed, Bright Covers, Book is dedicated to the Free, Creative Martial Artist ** OLD RANCH BOOKS: A Family Bookstore Online Since '99 ** read more
"Long before Steven Segal, Van Damme or the UFC, there was Bruce Lee. While most of the world was concerned with kata and board breaking, Lee was developing a concept that would eventually become the most fundamental aspect of today's fastest growing sport (mixed martial arts)-use what works for you. While taken as objective truth in today's rapidly expanding MMA community, it was revolutionary and anathema to the conventional wisdoms of the time. It crossed cultural boundaries within the realm of the martial arts community as Lee suggested that the complete fighter draw from multiple arts (boxing, Muy Thai, Judo and even rudimentary Jiu Jitsu) to round out their skill sets. The closest text to suggest anything remotely close to JKD would have to be Musashi's "Book of Five Rings" but Tao takes its examination even further. The text is replete with diagrams and theory for the applied sciences of combat but it remains in essence a manuscript of mixed opinions, maxims and philosophy rather than a "how-to" book.
I can say as a practicioner of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, many traditional martial arts, wrestling, boxing and MMA/vale tudo in general, Lee's "The Way of the Stopping Fist" (as a concept of fighting rather than a codified set of technique) is far and away more complete in its construction and more global in its application than any of its predecessors and yet still has gems to be unearthed by novice and experienced modern fighters.
Tao was not wildly popular during his life but it is a testement to his theories that today's MMA champions cross train with several coaches of their respective arts. The Gracie fighting family revolutionized the skill set needed to become a complete fighter in the street challenges of Brazil. Bruce Lee revolutionized personal approach to martial arts.
"I don't believe in different ways of fighting now. I mean, unless human beings have 3 arms and 3 legs, then we will have a different way of fighting. But basically we all have two arms and two legs so that is why I believe there should be only one way of fighting and that is no way."
"To know oneself is to study oneself in action with another person. If you want to understand the truth in martial arts, to see any opponent clearly, you must throw away the notion of styles or schools, prejudices, likes and dislikes, and so forth. Then, your mind will cease all conflict and come to rest. In this silence, you will see totally and freshly.""
"What can I say about this book & this man. Bruce lee has always had such an influence on me, especially in my teens. Of course, he is well known as a martial art film star ,but he is so much more than that. He was a teacher & philosopher too, who had to fight against racism while living in america to become the man he was to become. This book describes the art that he created called `Jeet kune do`- the way of the intercepting fist. One of my favourite quotes of his which sums up his philosophy goes as follows:- "Be formless, shapeless like water. Now you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle, it becomes the bottle. You put water into a teapot, it becomes a teapot. Now water can flow, or it can crash! Be water my water."- Bruce Lee"
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