Rating: Summary: Required reading Review: IN MEMORY OF MARIO PONTILLO Since the late 1970's, I have studied Mr. Lee's "Way of the Intercepting fist." This book will walk you through the physical aspect of his methods. It is the last in a volume of 4 books. I recommend you get all the volumes from this series. You will need to start from the beginning; and you do that by emptying your cup so Bruce may fill it.My favorite quote: "Knowing is not enough, you must apply; willing is not enough, you must do." -Bruce Lee Please do not hesitate to check out my Poetry book that I published while in the U.S. Navy in 2003; "Under the Rose: Poetry of Tragedy, Essence, and Romance"
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Rating: Summary: Lots of punching techniques Review: This book has a lot of punching techniques including the straight lead, straight left and right hook. It also covers the side kick, stop-hit, spinning kick and other weapons of attack. I will say that the book can be read in less than one hour, and that the material is not really different than the other Fighting Method books. I am a fan of Bruce Lee and JKD but I wish these books had gone more in-depth. The pictures of Bruce are worth the price.
Rating: Summary: Lots of punching techniques Review: This book has a lot of punching techniques including the straight lead, straight left and right hook. It also covers the side kick, stop-hit, spinning kick and other weapons of attack. I will say that the book can be read in less than one hour, and that the material is not really different than the other Fighting Method books. I am a fan of Bruce Lee and JKD but I wish these books had gone more in-depth. The pictures of Bruce are worth the price.
Rating: Summary: straight to the point! Review: this book is dealing with the advanced boxing skills of jeet kune do. i agree with one of the reviewers that said that this book can be looked in 1 hour,but,,,to master those sparring skills is taking a few years. the magnificent side-kick is also shown and explained and the overall book represents the full contact boxing and sparring of the art of jeet kune do.many photos are shown as well as explanation.great book!
Rating: Summary: Another good book in a series. Review: This is a book that is almost immediatly applicable to a point sparring situation, but also just good for learning one-on-one fighting techniques. I think the only "advanced" principle is feinting, and maybe the parts on stop-hitting and dealing with different kinds of fighters. I consider this book as part of a whole, although it can stand alone for the average martial artist. The basic techniques, such as the side kick and backfist, are probably familiar to most "hard" stylists, but I think the idea of having your dominant side forward, and striking primarily with your lead weapons, may be new to some. This approach to JKD emphasises fluidity and adaptability, and some of that comes out in this text. I would recomend also picking up the other books in this series, as well as "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" for a more complete coverage of this unique style.
Rating: Summary: Another good book in a series. Review: This is a book that is almost immediatly applicable to a point sparring situation, but also just good for learning one-on-one fighting techniques. I think the only "advanced" principle is feinting, and maybe the parts on stop-hitting and dealing with different kinds of fighters. I consider this book as part of a whole, although it can stand alone for the average martial artist. The basic techniques, such as the side kick and backfist, are probably familiar to most "hard" stylists, but I think the idea of having your dominant side forward, and striking primarily with your lead weapons, may be new to some. This approach to JKD emphasises fluidity and adaptability, and some of that comes out in this text. I would recomend also picking up the other books in this series, as well as "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" for a more complete coverage of this unique style.
Rating: Summary: Another good book in a series. Review: This is a book that is almost immediatly applicable to a point sparring situation, but also just good for learning one-on-one fighting techniques. I think the only "advanced" principle is feinting, and maybe the parts on stop-hitting and dealing with different kinds of fighters. I consider this book as part of a whole, although it can stand alone for the average martial artist. The basic techniques, such as the side kick and backfist, are probably familiar to most "hard" stylists, but I think the idea of having your dominant side forward, and striking primarily with your lead weapons, may be new to some. This approach to JKD emphasises fluidity and adaptability, and some of that comes out in this text. I would recomend also picking up the other books in this series, as well as "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" for a more complete coverage of this unique style.
Rating: Summary: Nothing Advanced Review: This is a good book for those individuals consumed with Bruce Lee, it was published in the early 1970's with the simple black and white photos and simple text. At its original publication time it was an excellent resource; it is now very dated and many more books with much more information regarding the martial arts and self-defense have been produced. If you are a Bruce Lee fan and must own his works, buy this book. But, if you are more concerned with truely advanced techniques in the martial arts, pass on this book and refer to those which I list in my "Listmania".
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