martial arts

"Presents information about the rules and types of combat sports featured at the Olympics, including wrestling, boxing, tae kwon do, judo, fencing, and karate"--Provided by publisher.

"Bruce Lee's daughter illuminates her father's most powerful life philosophies--demonstrating how martial arts are a perfect metaphor for personal growth, and how we can practice those teachings every day. [In this book] . . . Lee's daughter Shannon shares the concepts at the core of his philosophies, showing how they can serve as tools of personal growth and self-actualization"--Provided by publisher.

"Practitioners of martial arts must study for years to understand them. Martial arts help teach discipline, patience, and respect. Learn more in Martial Arts, a For the Love of Sports book"--Back cover.

A biography of Jackie Chan, a martial artist turned stuntman and international film superstar, covering his early life and his career.

With most of Rabbit's zombie army out of the way, only one thing stands between Ox and Tiger and taking down Rabbit for good; Monkey. Her sheer strength and power, once disciplined in life, are completely unhinged in death, making her far and away the strongest fighter! With only four fighters and one zombie remaining, who will come out victorious? Don't miss the thrilling, unexpected conclusion to the twelfth Zodiac War!.

With half of the fighters down for the count, the Zodiac War rages on! Usagi, the fighter of the Rabbit, and his undead army continue to rampage across the battlefield, intent on destroying anyone who stands in their way. For an honorable fighter like Ox, Rabbit's desecration of and complete disregard for human life is unacceptable. To obliterate this heretical army, Ox teams up with an unlikely ally; the drunkard Tiger!.

With several of the fighters already dead, the Zodiac War is in full swing! The biggest danger the remaining fighters face is Usagi, the fighter of the Rabbit. He has the unique ability to control the dead bodies of those he's slain, putting his opponents at a huge disadvantage! While Usagi and his undead army rampage in the streets above, Chicken and Rat lay low underground with Monkey, who is determined to settle the battle with as few deaths as possible.

Every 12 years, 12 fighters take the form of the Chinese zodiac and engage in a battle royale. With their strength and mysterious powers, they fight to the death and the sole survivor is granted the ultimate prize; any wish.

A biography of Jackie Chan, a martial artist turned stuntman and international film superstar, covering his early life and his career.

"Strong competitors. Fierce matches. Famous movie stars. There are many reasons to love martial arts-discover 12 of them! Topics include history, different art forms- taekwondo, karate, judo, and jiu jitsu-training, elite competitions, and superstars like Bruce Lee, Michelle Yeoh, Conor McGregor, and Jackie Chan. Includes a glossary, index, and editor-curated online resources for up-to-date information"--.