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Judo in the U.S.: A Century of Dedication
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Judo in the U.S.: A Century of Dedication
commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of the united states judo federation; this volume traces the more than 100-year history of judo practice in america. the authors begin with a comprehensive survey of japan s classical disciplines; which sets the foundation for understanding what judo is and what it means to the people who practice it. they show how; from its arrival on u.s. shores in the late nineteenth century; judo has built upon the strengths of the two societies it bridges. for martial arts practitioners and others interested in asian and american cultural history; this thoroughly researched and richly illustrated book is an indispensable resource for understanding judo s ongoing role in the contemporary life of the united states.
Productcode: 31398
Actors: Brousse; Michel (Author); Matsumoto; David (Author)Kato; Ryozo (Preface by)
Category: BOOKS
SubCategories: SPORTS & RECREATION | MARTIAL ARTS | MARTIAL ARTS & SELF-DEFENSE; SPORTS & RECREATION | JUDO
Format: PAPERBACK
Year released: 10/2005