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Summary: The judo-bible!
Review: I just have to say this. This is one of THE classic judo-books. Written by Kano (the founder of judo) himself you definately can call this the judo-bible. It covers all the main areas of this wonderful sport: from history and principles to techniques, from basic movements to advanced... The book is fully illustrated by some of the greatest masters in Japan through all times. Among the contributors you will find six 10th dans!!! The text is easy to understand and will without doubt deepen your understanding of judo
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Summary: The best
Review: I like judo and i vont to have tthe best book, because i cano't finde in Croatia.
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Summary: great for any martial artist
Review: i practice mostly stand up styles, however this book has taught me everything i need to know about throws, trips, takedown, locks, grappling, you name, it. it also has great sections on judo kata and judo self defense applications i would recommend this book for any martial artist. if you do stand up fighting and don't respect grappling and throwing styles, this book will change your mind, regardless of your style, A MUST FOR ANY MARTIAL ARTIST!!!
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Summary: Kodakan Judo is complete.
Review: If you are looking for a good book regarding judo, this book is a great discriptor of the art. it goes into the history, principals, basic needed knowledge and a very large number of technics. Recommended for beginner to expert.
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Summary: Essential Guide to Judo
Review: If you study Judo you need this book. It is the definitive and official description of what Judo is by the founder of Judo and the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo. Sure the pictures could be larger and more clear, but a lot is crammed into this book including important historical photos of famous masters performing techniques. There may be more basic books for beginners, but if you intend to really study Judo then you need this one.If you do other martial arts and you want to know about Judo this would also be a good buy.
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Summary: Essential text for every Judo player.
Review: Includes a brief history, principals, introduction to training, and a comprehensive coverage of the martial art. Recommended for beginners (experts will already have this one). Like most of the reviews below will tell you, if you buy only one buy Judo book, make it this one. Have fun!
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Summary: The finest and most prestigious judo book ever written
Review: Jigoro Kano was the founder of judo. It has received a boost in recent years thanks to the Gracie family of Brazil and their students, who prove beyond doubt that judo/jiujitsu is the most effective fighting art in the world. Kano includes in his masterpiece 57 throwing techniques, 7 hold down techniques, 11 strangling techniques, and 9 joint locks. Practice these moves with a partner at home and you will be a great fighter. Knowing these moves is the great equalizer against a stronger opponent.
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Summary: The definitive work on the subject.
Review: Master Kano presents a complete, accessible, overview of the wildly-popular modern martial art and sport that he created from the relatively unstructured world of old-school Japanese Jujutsu. All judoka and modern jujutsu practitioners should add this to their library!
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Summary: You have to have this book, if you are a Judoka
Review: Modern Judo, is merely a sport, in most places. No one really teaches it because of the way this art has shifted. There is a whole another side of Judo than just competion, that makes Judo a Martial art. This book is Judo. If you are a Judoka, there is no way that you can do without the book from the founder himself.
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Summary: THE Judo Book! No Joke--MUST HAVE!
Review: My Jujitsu Sensei recommended this book for me, and I was surprised at the pleathoera of useful knowledge that I could take aweay and use in Jujitsu. It is very well organized and step by step instructions for anyone who (like me) forgets the subtle neuances of every technique.
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