Collins, Paul
Samurai Paul Collins - Broomhall, Pa. Chelsea House Publishers 2002 - 32 p. col. ill., map ; 29 cm. - Martial Arts .
Includes index
What are martial arts? -- Understanding the samurai -- Japan, the birthplace of the samurai -- History of the samurai -- Samurai weapons -- Samurai armor -- Samurai warrior: Miyamoto Musashi -- Downfall of the samurai -- Tradition today -- Language of the samurai -- Samurai movies.
This series introduces the reader to eight popular martial arts. Basic principles and history of each art are discussed, as well as tips on choosing the right club, proper etiquette, dress codes, and techniques. These books also include important terminology particular to each martial art.Members of the Japanese military class known as warriors, the samurai have utilized various martial art techniques and principles in their life.
0791068722 (alk. paper) 9780791068724 (alk. paper)
2001047547
Samurai History --Juvenile literature
j952 Col 29
Samurai Paul Collins - Broomhall, Pa. Chelsea House Publishers 2002 - 32 p. col. ill., map ; 29 cm. - Martial Arts .
Includes index
What are martial arts? -- Understanding the samurai -- Japan, the birthplace of the samurai -- History of the samurai -- Samurai weapons -- Samurai armor -- Samurai warrior: Miyamoto Musashi -- Downfall of the samurai -- Tradition today -- Language of the samurai -- Samurai movies.
This series introduces the reader to eight popular martial arts. Basic principles and history of each art are discussed, as well as tips on choosing the right club, proper etiquette, dress codes, and techniques. These books also include important terminology particular to each martial art.Members of the Japanese military class known as warriors, the samurai have utilized various martial art techniques and principles in their life.
0791068722 (alk. paper) 9780791068724 (alk. paper)
2001047547
Samurai History --Juvenile literature
j952 Col 29