John Corcoran

Contents

About the authors
Special consultants
Abbreviations
Preface
Guide to contents
Traditions
The principles of the martial arts
Aikido
Arnis
Bando
Bersilat
Bojutsu
Capoeira
Hapkido
Hwarang-do
Iaido
Iaijutsu
Jeet Kune Do
Jojutsu
Jobajutsu
Judo
Jujutsu
Jukendo
Kalari Payat
Karate
Kenjutsu
Kiaijutsu
Kobu-jutsu
Kung-fu
Kyujutsu
Lua
Naginata-jutsu
Ninjutsu
Pentjak-Silat
Pukulan
Sambo; Sombo; Cambo
Savate
Sumo
Tae Kwon Do
Wu Shu
Miscellaneous Arts-Greek boxing; Pankation; Cornish wrestling; Dumog; Glimae; Go-Ti; Main Tindju; Tegumi; Thai Kick Boxing
Eclectic Arts-Aikikendo; Cha-yon ryu; Kajukenbo; Keibo-soho; Kyuk-ki-do; Lima-lama; Mu-tau; Nippon Kenpo; Shintaido; Taido; Taiho-jutsu; Tokushu Keibo soho; Kuk sool won
Weapons, Equipment and training Devices
History
A Martial Arts Chronology
Asia
Europe
South Africa
New Zealand
United States
History of Martial Arts in Motion Picture
People
Organizations and Associations
Bibliography
Index… (mehr)

from dust jacket

For the first time, a comprehensive question-and-answer book for every practitioner and fan of the marital arts. All the martial arts are covered, and there are complete sections on:

-The art and practice of karate, explaining its various ramifications, which include physical fitness, self-defense, philosophy and scientific strategies. Also discussed are the three distinct phases of karate: non-contact for beginners, semi-contact for aspiring professionals, and full-contact for the most intrepid warrior.

-The true nature of the supposedly highly secretive ancient art of kung-fu.

-Judo, which was founded by Professor Jigoro Kano in the late 1800's with the intent to train both the mind and the body. This is by far the most organized and structured of the many martial arts, and much of the mysstery and secrecy surrounding it is explored and explained in this book.

-The lesser-known methods of fighting and self-defense, inclkuding aikido and jujutsu.

-The topical subject of weaponry, especially the clever, unorthodox craftsmanship of Japan's ninja clan.

-The leaders and personalities who have shaped the martial arts into an important aspect of Americana, including the international superstar Bruce Lee.

-Marital arts in television, movies, books and magazines, both scholarly and popular.

In short: The Complete Martial Arts Catalogue is the most inculsive book on the martial arts ever puiblished.

Emil Farkas was born in Hungary, and before he was 20 he had his black belt in both judo and karate. Today he is known internationally as karate's 'teacher to the stars,' with a list of students that reads like a Who's Who of Holywood. Owner of the Beverly Hills Karate academy, Farkas has appeared in more than ten feature films and dozens of television shows as an actor, stuntman and fight choreographer. His previous book is Fight Back: A Woman's Guide to Self-Defense. He also writes a monthly column for Offical Karate Magazine and n 1975 was named to Who's Who in the Martial Arts.

John Corcoran was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and by age 23 had won more than thirty titles in form competition as a brown belt. One of only a few professional writers to hold a black belt today, he has served as editor for Black Belt and Professional Karate magazines. Living in Hollywood, he devotes full time to writing.

Contents

Preface
Some General Questions About the Martial Arts
The Art of Karate
Sport Karate
Kung-Fu
Judo
Other Martial Arts and Weaponry
Martial Arts Personalities
Bruce Lee
Martial Arts in Teleision and Movies
Books and Publications
Guide to Martial Arts Nomenclature
Index… (mehr)

From choosing a martial art and finding a school to earning your black belt-and everything in between-this unique book offers expert answers to your questions, satisfying your curiosity while it builds your martial-arts knowledge and enhances your practice. Every chapter is packed with information about major martial arts and uses a question-and-answer format that is both quick to read and fun to browse. Inside you'll find answers to all your martial-arts questions, including:

How can I slelect a martial art and find a qualified teacher in my community?
Do people with black belts have to register their hands as lethal weapons?
Why is here so much bowing in some martial-arts classes?
Why do some martial arts use highly acrobatic feats such as flying kicks? Is this authentic? Is it effective?
How did traditional sumo wrestlers live and train?
Does Jackie Chan really perfom all of is own stunts?

With 750 expert answers, this book is an engaging and essential resource for anyone intersted in the martial arts.

John Corcoran is recognized as one of the world's premier martial-arts authors and journalists, with seven martial-arts books, countless articles, and the screen play for American Samurai to his credit. He is a veteran black belt n karate, which he has studed for more than thirty years.

John Graden is a former member of numerous world-champion United States kickboxing teams and was five-time member of the World Championship United States Karate Team (1985-91). He is the author of two top-selling books for owners of martial-arts schools and has appeared in major national media, including the A & E Network and the Wall Street Journal.

Contents

Acknowledgments
Introduction
1 Basic martial arts
2 Martial arts myths
3 The martial arts and ways of Japan and Okinawa
4 American martial arts
5 Korean martial arts
6 Chinese martial arts
7 Brazilian jiu-jitsu
8 Jackie Chan
9 The higher values of martial arts
10 Fear and the fight-or-flight reflex by Jim Harrison
11 Martial spirit
12 Martial arts in entertainment
13 Exotic martial arts and weapons
14 Bruce Lee
15 How to choose a martial arts school
Index… (mehr)

The first A-to-Z guide to the reigning king of martial arts action
'In the pantheon of movie action heroes there is only one true God, and his name is Jackie Chan.'-Wahington Post

The 'Clown Pirnce' of martial arts, Jackie Chan has been delighting audiences with his two-fisted, high-velocity action comedies for more than three decades. With his penchant for performing his own amazing on-screen stunts, and with more fans than Schwarzenegger, Stallone, and Van Damme combined, Chan has firmly established himself as the undisputed king of action films worldwide. Now, with The Unauthorized Jackie Chan Encyclopedia, his millions of fans can get a first-ever comprehensive look at everything Jackie.

From the mind-blowing (a near-death accident on the set of Armour of God) to the mundane (his favorite ice-cream flavor is chocolate), here is everything you need to know about the Charlie Chaplin of martial arts action. In addition to the extensive alphabetical listing of Jackie facts, you'll find:

A comprehensive filmography, from Jackie's childhood roles to his blockbuster hits of today

An exhaustive bibliographic guide to the books and magazine stories dedicated to Jackie

A list of official Jackie Chan fan clubs, complete with contact information and web addresses

Carefully researched by martial arts expert and journalist John Corcoran and featureing photographs of Jackie Chan taken throughout his career, this lively and informative A-to-Z reference is nothing less than a Chan fan's dream come true.

John Corcoran is a veteran black belt in karate and is recognized as one of the world's premier martial arts authors and journalists. He is the author of seven martial arts books, including The Ultimate Martial arts Q & A Book countless articles, and the screenplay for American Samurai. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Contents

Acknowledgments
Introduction
The entries-A to Z
Appendix 1: Jackie Chan's 'Lost interview'
Appendix 2: Jackie Chan filmography
Appendix 3: Jackie Chan bibliography
Appendix 4: Jackie Chan's awards, honors, and offices held
Appendix 5: Jackie Chan official fan clubs
Appendix 6: Jackie Chan musicography… (mehr)