Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts

Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts
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David A. Hall, one of today's leading experts on Japanese combative culture, combines hands-on experience in a wide variety of martial traditions with an academic and religious background to produce this landmark work. The Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts is an exhaustive, impeccably researched reference offering information about everything there is to know on the subject, from "adauchi" (a vendetta) to "zanshin" (state of focused vigilance before, during, and after executing a technique or combative form).

The volume opens with several sections to help make using the Encyclopedia as efficient and effective as possible: Abbreviations, Quick Guide to Weapons and Systems, Historical Eras, guides to the Entries and Lineage Charts, and A Note on the Japanese Language and Communication Style. The Encyclopedia itself, which runs for more than 625 pages and contains around 4,000 entries arranged alphabetically with bilingual entry headings and concise definitions, covers all aspects of the many different martial arts that have developed in Japan.

Following the main portion of the work are several Appendices (Traditional East Asian Numbering Systems and Ancient Period Military Organization), as well as a Selected Bibliography, and Character Indices (General, Chinese, English, and Sanskrit) containing around 6,000 terms.

With its vast wealth of information and practical organization, The Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts is sure to become the essential reference for the beginning martial artist, as well as for the advanced student who wants a deeper understanding of the subject. Additionally, the book is perfect for scholars and researchers, who will appreciate the access to material previously unavailable in English; and for reference libraries and Asian studies and language departments.
Country USA
Brand Kodansha International
Manufacturer Kodansha International
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
Model Illustrated
Color Black
ReleaseDate 2013-02-22
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781568364100

Country	USA
Brand	Kodansha International
Manufacturer	Kodansha International
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	Illustrated
Model	Illustrated
Color	Black
ReleaseDate	2013-02-22
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781568364100

Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts

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