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Lessons from the Art of Kempo: Subtle and Effective Self-Defense

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Based on 34 Ratings and 23 Reviews

Book Description
This book discusses modern kempo. There is discussion of its historical connection to diverse arts such as shaolin chuan-fa and ju-jutsu. Other topics include kempo philosophy, meditation, physical conditioning, hand positions, stances, movement, dodges, blocks, punches, strikes, and kicks. There are sections on the use of sticking techniques, effective combinations of fighting techniques and the ... More
Book Information
PublisherLerner Publishing Group
BindingHardcover (3 editions)
Reading LevelYoung Adults
# of Pages96
ISBN-100822511606
ISBN-13978-0822511601
Publication Date12/1987
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About Fred Neff (Author) : Fred Neff started his training in the Asian fighting arts at the age of eight. In 1974, Mr. Neff received a rank of fifth degree black belt in karate. The same year he was made a master of the art o... more
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About Bob Wolfe (Photographer) : Bob Wolfe is a published author, photograph, and a photographer of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Bob Wolfe include How It Happens at the Motorcycle Plant: At... more
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