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Master the techniques and theory of Japanese Karate with this easy-to-follow, illustrated martial arts guide.

"Clearly written, easily understood...one of the most significant contributions to the art of foot-and -fist fighting."-The Japan Times Tae Kwon Do is a fighting art which employs almost

This guide to the Asian zodiac gives a complete history and explanation of the zodiac as well as detailed instructions on how to read one's own animal signs.

This casual Japan travel guide contains a wealth of information for the business traveler or tourist For several years author, Walt Sheldon has been helping visitors and foreign residents to unders

The attire of the feudal lords and ladies of old Japan, warriors, priest, courtesans, Edo-period dandies geisha, footmen, farmers-in fact, the whole array of Kabuki's colorful characters-is di

Taekwondo is defined as a hard-style system of the martial arts-with penetrating kicks and punches, and forceful linear attacks.

In this accessible, easy-to-read, detailed guide for artists, students, and aspiring art professionals, gallery owner Molly Barnes takes the mystique out of selling art.

Tai Chi Chuan: Form to Function is a detailed manual for the study of the martial techniques of tai chi chuan.

"lt offers easy-to-learn karate responses in typical self-defense situations. Diligent practice at home will equip one with...

"Simple, clear, easy to learn...Dispenses with hours of needed to practice for the professional...Outstanding primer on self-defense."-Marine Corps Gazette Practical Karate: Fundamentals

"The illustrations represent situations where attacks actually occur, rather than a gymnasium scene, which considerably enhances their realism...An excellent point is the emphasis on footwork,

"The illustrations are clear and the instructions are simple, and a reasonably agile [practitioner] will not find it difficult to master these practical techniques...

"The authors do not purport to turn out a legion of female karate experts. They have selected responses for the average woman and...are generous with advice and warning.

Cook delicious, authentic Jamaican food with this easy-to-follow Jamaican cookbook. Jamaica is the mountainous Caribbean island famed for its coffee and its beaches.

More than 60 treasures of Korean cooking are revealed through easy-to-follow recipes and beautiful photographs in Authentic Recipes from Korea.