"The authors have made classic samurai wisdom accessible to the modern martial artist like never before." — Goran Powell, award winning author of Chojun and A Sudden Dawn\n"It's fascinating stuff!" — Steve Perry, New York Times bestselling author\n"The precepts offer priceless advice to anyone." — Kate Vitasek, University of Tennessee\n“The five point perspective inspired deep introspection. I have been elevated to higher and deeper levels of personal and professional growth by reading this book.” — Laela Erickson, Senior Business Development Executive\nMiyamoto Musashi (1584 – 1645) was arguably the greatest swordsman who ever lived, a legendary figure whose methods of thought and strategy have been studied and adopted across a wide spectrum of society, from martial artists to military leaders to captains of industry. The iconic sword saint of Japan was clearly a genius, yet he was also a functional psychopath—ruthless, fearless, hyper-focused, and utterly without conscience. Shortly before he died, Musashi wrote down his final thoughts about life for his favorite student Terao Magonojo to whom Go Rin No Sho, his famous Book of Five Rings, had also been dedicated. He called this treatise Dokkodo, which translates as "The Way of Walking Alone."\nThe book you hold in your hands is the definitive interpretation of Musashi's final work. Readers are oftentimes subject to a single perspective about what some famous author from the past had to say, yet we are more holistic here. This treatise contains Musashi's original 21 precepts of the Dokkodo along with five different interpretations of each passage written from the viewpoints of a monk, a warrior, a teacher, an insurance executive, and a businessman. Each contributor has taken a divergent path from the others, yet shares the commonality of being a lifelong martial practitioner and published author. In this fashion you are not just reading a simple translation of Musashi's writing, you are scrutinizing his final words for deeper meaning. In them are enduring lessons for how to lead a successful and meaningful life.\nAbout the authors: 
Br. Kris Wilder, OSF is a member of The Order of St. Francis, one of many active Apostolic Christian Orders. A National Representative for the University of New Mexico’s Institute of Traditional Martial Arts, he has earned black belts in three styles and teaches martial arts seminars world-wide. He was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2018.\nAlain Burrese, J.D. is a former US Army sniper instructor who taught at the 2nd Infantry Division Scout Sniper School at Camp Casey, South Korea. He is also an attorney, speaker, and personal security, safety and self-defense instructor who has earned a 5th degree black belt in Hapkido.\nWallace Smedley is an educator who has worked for Chuck Norris’ KICKSTART KIDS Foundation since 2002, and helped develop their Character Education Values Curriculum. Teaching karate in the public school system, he has helped thousands of kids build character and enhance their self-esteem.\nLisa Christensen has worked as a Workers’ Comp Claims Examiner for over 30 years. An insurance executive, she is certified to adjudicate claims in Oregon and retains an Oregon General Lines Adjuster License. She has earned black belts in taekwondo and American Freestyle Karate.\nLawrence Kane, was inducted into SIG Sourcing Supernova Hall of Fame in 2018 for pioneering leadership in strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier innovation, and digital transformation. He has been studying and teaching martial arts since 1970. The bestselling author of 21 books, he has been interviewed by FOX, The Jim Bohannon Show, Computerworld, Forbes, Art of Procurement, Police Magazine, and more.

Musashi's Dokkodo (The Way of Walking Alone): Half Crazy, Half Genius--Finding Modern Meaning in the Sword Saint's Last Words

Politics & Social Sciences

MUSASHI, MIYAMOTO

Burrese, Alain

Christensen, Lisa A

Smedley, Wallace

Philosophy

Stickman Publications, Inc.

Sun Tzu was a famous Chinese general whose mastery of strategy was so exceptional that he reportedly transformed 180 courtesans into skilled soldiers in a single training session. While that episode was likely exaggerated, historians agree that Sun Tzu defeated the Ch'u, Qi, and Chin states for King Ho-Lu, forging his empire. In 510 BC, Master Tzu recorded his winning strategies in Art of War, the earliest surviving and most revered tome of its kind.With methods so powerful they can conquer an adversary's spirit, you can use Master Tzu's strategies to overcome any challenge, from warfare to self-defense to business negotiations. This book starts with the classic 1910 translation of Art of War, adds modern and historical insight, and demonstrates how to put the master's timeless wisdom to use in your everyday life. In this fashion, the Art of War becomes accessible for the modern mind, simultaneously entertaining, enlightening, and practical.

Sh!t Sun Tzu Said: Classic Warfare for the Modern Mind

Tzŭ, Sun

Wilder, Kris

Kane, Lawrence A.

Sun Tzu was a famous Chinese general whose mastery of strategy was so exceptional that he reportedly transformed 180 courtesans into skilled soldiers in a single training session. While that episode was likely exaggerated, historians agree that Sun Tzu defeated the Ch'u, Qi, and Chin states for King Ho-Lu, forging his empire. In 510 BC, Master Tzu recorded his winning strategies in Art of War, the earliest surviving and most revered tome of its kind. With methods so powerful they can conquer an adversary's spirit, you can use Master Tzu's strategies to overcome any challenge, from warfare to self-defense to business negotiations. This book starts with the classic 1910 translation of Art of War, adds modern and historical insight, and demonstrates how to put the master's timeless wisdom to use in your everyday life. In this fashion, the Art of War becomes accessible for the modern mind,simultaneously entertaining, enlightening, and practical.

Sun Tzu Said: Classic Warfare for the Modern Mind

Kane, Lawrence

Review\n"Since losing isn't an option on or off the mat, this is an absolute must read for karateka." -- Christian Wedewardt, Founder & Head of Karatepraxis (Frechen, Germany) 
"In your hands is a book that cuts straight through the chatter and gets to the point of unarmed self-defense. No relying on luck, no need for hoping that strength alone will carry the day. This is advice which gets to the heart of what is important and despite the title is applicable regardless of martial arts style or system." -- Wallace Smedley, hung gar kung fu master instructor (Dallas/Fort Worth, United States)\n"Wilder and Kane, both prolific authors and active martial artists, have synthesized decades of their industry-proven experience to bring you 10 must-have principles to integrate into your martial arts and self-defence curriculum. Get the book. I did!" -- Chris Hanson, Founder of Karate Unity (Toronto, Canada)\n"The beauty of dojo training is also its biggest weakness outside the dojo. Wilder and Kane masterfully take the safe, structured lessons of karate and show how they must adapt to survive the chaos of real-world violence. Highly recommended!" -- Goran Powell, 5th dan Goju Ryu karate (London, England)\n**eLit Gold Medalist** 
**2021 Independent Press Award Winner** 
**2021 NYC Big Book Award Winner** 
**15th Annual National Indie Excellence Award Finalist** 
**2021 International Book Award Finalist**\n**eLit Gold Medalist** 
**2021 Independent Press Award Winner** 
**2021 NYC Big Book Award Winner** 
**15th Annual National Indie Excellence Award Finalist** 
**2021 International Book Award Finalist**\nFrom the bestselling authors of The Way of Kata, The Little Black Book of Violence, and Musashi's Dokkodo... 
Your immutable path to victory!\nAll ten precepts in this concise book cut to the heart of ending physical confrontations as quickly as possible with empty-hand techniques. Our definition of "ending" is to make the attack stop. There is no running after the now fleeing assailant to catch and strike him down. There is no lesson, no teaching, no therapy, no epiphany. There is only making that bad guy stop what he is doing instantly so that you and those you care about will be safe.\nThe strategy of karate is based on principle, what practitioners do to prepare for contact with an adversary, while tactics are what we do during the heat of battle. Practicing a martial art from tactics upward to principles creates a house of cards that will collapse from a gentle breeze, whereas working downward from principles into tactics builds a formidable foundation that can weather near any storm.\nThese ten principles are style agnostic, all about ending fights immediately. They define how to best apply your skills and training in the real world. Those who work with these principles will find swiftness, clarity, and victory in so doing.\nPraise for 10 Rules of Karate:\n"Since losing isn't an option on or off the mat, this is an absolute must read for karateka." -- Christian Wedewardt, Founder & Head of Karatepraxis (Frechen, Germany)\n"In your hands is a book that cuts straight through the chatter and gets to the point of unarmed self-defense. No relying on luck, no need for hoping that strength alone will carry the day. This is advice which gets to the heart of what is important and despite the title is applicable regardless of martial arts style or system." -- Wallace Smedley, hung gar kung fu master instructor (Dallas/Fort Worth, United States)\n"Wilder and Kane, both prolific authors and active martial artists, have synthesized decades of their industry-proven experience to bring you 10 must-have principles to integrate into your martial arts and self-defence curriculum. Get the book. I did!" -- Chris Hanson, Founder of Karate Unity (Toronto, Canada)\n"The beauty of dojo training is also its biggest weakness outside the dojo. Wilder and Kane masterfully take the safe, structured lessons of karate and show how they must adapt to s

10 Rules of Karate: The Immutable Path to Victory

From the bestselling authors of Musashi's Dokkodo, Sun Tzu Said, and Sensei Mentor Teacher Coach?Make Musashi's powerful precepts your own!Shortly before he died in 1645 Miyamoto Musashi, the venerable "Sword Saint" of Japan, passed along his wisdom. He called this treatise Dokkodo, which translates as "The Way of Walking Alone." Dokkodo was a short essay, a mere 21 passages, yet both profound and lifechanging for the lucky few who were able fathom and follow it. When scrutinized it proves as extraordinary today as when Musashi first wrote it centuries ago.Musashi blazed the trail, now you have the privilege of following in the Sword Saint's footsteps. This manual serves as a portal. In using it you will grow stronger, wiser, and more insightful. The structure is open-ended and expansive, helping you discover new insights and opportunities from Musashi's words. In this fashion, The Musashi Field Manual aligns your heart and mind. It guides you toward insightful discernment and enduring self-improvement.As a result, you will walk away stronger and more prepared for all of life's tests.

The Musashi Field Manual: The Sword Saint's Secrets for Winning the Tests of Life

Religion & Spirituality

De los autores bestsellers de Dokkodo de Musashi, Sun Tzu Said y Sensei Mentor Teacher Coach...¡Haz tuyos los poderosos preceptos de Musashi!Poco antes de morir en 1645 Miyamoto Musashi, el venerable "Santo Espada" de Japón, transmitió su sabiduría. Tituló a este tratado Dokkodo, que se traduce como "El camino que se debe seguir solo". Dokkodo fue un ensayo breve, tan solo 21 pasajes, pero a la vez profundo y cambió la vida para los pocos afortunados que pudieron comprenderlo y seguirlo. Al examinarlo, resulta tan extraordinario hoy como cuando Musashi lo escribió por primera vez hace siglos.Musashi abrió el camino, ahora tú tienes el privilegio de seguir los pasos del Santo de la Espada. Este manual sirve como portal. Al utilizarlo, te harás más fuerte, más sabio y más perspicaz. La estructura es abierta y expansiva, lo que le ayuda a descubrir nuevas perspectivas y oportunidades de las palabras de Musashi. De esta manera, El Manual de Campo de Musashi alinea tu corazón y tu mente. Te guía hacia un discernimiento perspicaz y una superación personal duradera.Como resultado, saldrás más fuerte y más preparado para todas las pruebas que te presente la vida.

El Manual de Campo de Musashi: Ganar en la Vida (Spanish Edition)

Self-Help

Wolves in Street Clothing: How Animal Behavior Teaches Survival in the Asphalt Jungle will give you a new light in which to see human predatory behavior. As we move farther and farther from our roots insulating ourselves in technology and air conditioned homes we get disconnected from the inherent and innate aspects of understanding the precursors to violent behavior. Violence is not always emotionally bound, often and in the animal kingdom is simply a tool to access a needed resource –or to protect an essential resource. Distance, encroachment, and signals are keys to avoiding a predator. Why would a cougar attack a man after a bike ride? Why would a bear attack a man in a hot tub? Why would a thug rob one person and not another? The predatory animal mind holds many of the keys to the answer to these questions. Learn drills for skills that will help you tune your focus and move through life safer and more aware of your surroundings as sections of Wolves in Street Clothing bring old world survival skills into the modern jungle. Kris wilder is the head instructor and owner of West Settle Karate Academy. He started practicing the martial arts at the age of 15. Over the years he has earned black belt rankings in three styles, Goju-Ryu karate (5th dan), Tae Kwon Do (2nd dan), and judo (1st dan), in which he has competed in senior national and international tournaments. Clint Hollingsworth is a student of the wilderness, having studied with such survival and tracking masters as Tom Brown Jr., Jon Young, and Frank and Karen Sherwood. He is a 4th dan black belt in Okinawan Goju-Ryu and author-illustrator of the long-running graphic novels and web series, The Wandering Ones.

Wolves in Street Clothing: How Animal Behavior Teaches Survival in the Asphalt Jungle

Hollingsworth, Clint

2015 Beverly Hills Book Awards finalist"The 87-Fold Path a great read for a seasoned martial artist as well as an aspiring martial artist. What is enjoyable about this book is the pick-up-and-go kind of read. It bridges the gap between the past generation of martial arts to the modern through the use of inspirational quotes, instructing life stories, as well as applicable life lessons. The 87-fold path appeals to both the seasoned martial artist and anybody who is interested in how martial arts can lead to a prosperous life. The best way to sum up this book is a quote from it, 'The  black belt is not a destination, but rather where the real journey begins.'" ~ Michael O'Donnel, Head Instructor, Magnolia Karate Academy, Kensho InternationalDespite the fact that raw materials in feudal Japan were mediocre at best, bladesmiths used innovative folding and tempering techniques to forge some of the finest swords imaginable for their samurai overlords. The process of heating and folding the metal removed impurities, while shaping and strengthening the blades to perfection. The end result was strong yet supple, beautiful and deadly.As martial artists we utilize a similar process, forging our bodies through hard work, perseverance, and repetition. The challenge, however, is that training solely toward physical perfection is not enough. In fact, the more a practitioner knows about physical conflict, the less likely he or she is to engage in violence. Knowing how to fight is important, clearly, yet fighting itself is actually a very small part of martial arts. If you do not find something larger than base violence attached your efforts it becomes unsustainable, your martial arts adventure will eventually come to an end.The 87-Fold Path provides ideas for taking training beyond the physical that are uniquely tailored for the elite martial artist. For those that resonate, we include instructions for making them real, suggested ways in which you might apply the concepts and integrate them into your world. This makes the martial journey more enjoyable, meaningful, and longer lasting."Beware! The 87-fold path is a wisdom book in the tradition of all great wisdom books. It contains unexpected, concise blows to the head and heart. One won't take you down. Ten perhaps not. But 87--you don't have a chance, but to examine and retool your way of life." ~ George Rohrer, Executive and Purpose Coach, MBA, CPCC, PCC

The 87-Fold Path to Being the Best Martial Artist: 87 Social and Psychological Tips for Living beyond the Physical

Sports & Outdoors

Individual Sports

Storytelling is an ancient form of communication that still resonates today. An engaging story told and retold shares a meaningful message that can be passed down through the generations. Take fables such as The Boy Who Cried Wolf or The Tortoise and the Hare, who hasn’t learned a thing or two from these ancient tales? Legends of the Masters retools Aesop’s lesser-known fables, reimagining them to meet the needs and interests of modern martial artists. Reflecting upon the wisdom of yesteryear in this new light will surely bring value for practitioners of the arts today.

Legends of the Masters: From the Age of Heroes for the Martial Artist of Today

“Implementing even a fraction of this book’s suggestions will substantially increase your overall safety.” – Gila Hayes, Armed Citizens’ Legal Defense Network We could whine about how we live in dangerous times nowadays, but let’s face it, all throughout history ordinary people have been at risk of violence in one way or another. Abdicating personal responsibility by outsourcing your safety to others might be the easy way out, but it does little to safeguard your welfare. In this book you’ll discover what dangers you face and learn proven strategies to thwart them. Self-defense is far more than fighting skills; it’s a lifestyle choice, a more enlightened way of looking at and moving through the world. Topics include: • Making sense of senseless violence • Riots and crowd safety • Terrorism • Domestic violence • Gangs • Home invasions • Conquering impossible odds • Creating witnesses • Guns • Overcoming talisman thinking • Interacting with law enforcement • And much, much more… Violent encounters are rarely what you’d think. Oftentimes they last mere seconds yet have consequences that can linger for a lifetime. The best confrontations are those you can avoid, but preparation and training can get you through those times when you must fight for your life and failure is not an option. In this book Kane and Wilder teach you how. “This is an insider’s bible to violence, what it is, how to spot it and how to avoid it.” – Becky Blanton, TED Global speaker, journalist

The Big Bloody Book of Violence: The Smart Person's Guide for Surviving Dangerous Times: What Everyone Must Know About Self-Defense

Loren W. Christensen

Kris Wilder

Lawrence A. Kane

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