The Complete Kano Jiu-Jitsu - Jiudo - The Official Jiu-Jitsu of the Japanese Government: With Additions by Hoshino and Tsutsumi and Chapters on the Se (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781444652536)

Written by the American author, Harrie Irving Hancock (1868-1922), this unique manual offers a detailed, practical introduction to the history and essential techniques of Jiu-Jitsu combat and provides an excellent companion for anyone interested in learning about the spirit of the discipline. Tricks are presented in three sections, and the complete contents include: A foreword By H. Irving Hancock - Preface By Katsukuma Higashi - Rules Governing Jiu-Jitsu contests - in Japan - Section I - Section II - Section III - The Serious and Fatal Blows - Kuatsu, Or The Restoration of Life. Featuring the original illustrations from its first publication in 1904, and featuring a new biography, we are republishing the classic text in high quality and affordable edition.

Author: H. Irving Hancock
ISBN-10: 1444652532
ISBN-13: 9781444652536
Publisher: Grizzell Press
Language: English
Published: 09/14/2009
Pages: 548
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.38d