Treasured for centuries by karate's masters, The Bubishi was a secret text passed from master to student in China and later in Okinawa. Dealing with philosophy, strategy and medicine as they relate to the martial arts, it has been studied and taught from by all of karate's legendary masters. This English translation includes numerous explanations and notes to ease comprehension. The authro also includes research on Okinawan and Chinese history as well as the fighting and healing traditions that developed in thos countries, making it useful for researchers and practitioners alike.
- ISBN10 0804820155
- ISBN13 9780804820158
- Publish Date 15 November 1995
- Publish Status Transferred
- Out of Print 3 December 2009
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Tuttle Publishing
- Format Paperback
- Pages 248
- Language English