The Way of Judo: A Portrait of Jigoro Kano and His Students

by John Stevens

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A martial arts biography of the legednary founder of judo, Jigoro Kano, and the colorful coterie of disciples who wanted to carry on his legacy

Kodokan judo, one of the most well-known martial arts in the world today, was originated by Jigoro Kano (1860-1938), a martial artist and career educator who developed the art after studying several types of jujutsu, sumo, and Western wrestling. Openness and refinement were hallmarks of his personal...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1590309162

ISBN13:9781590309162

Release Date:August 2013

Publisher:Shambhala

Length:240 Pages

Weight:0.78 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 5.4" x 8.4"

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