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Summary: A great read
Review: I thought the book was very well written. It made me think of the way I was currently living and I started to change my way of thinking and living. My overall health has improved by keeping some of the mention suggestions from the book and implementing them into my life. I want to thank the author for putting this book on the market that can help others as well. Enjoy the read.
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Summary: A great job!
Review: Positive points:
- Methodical, as promises in the introduction.
- Deals with a large variety of aspects concerned with the subject focused.
- Written in a very didactical way. Important points are very well resumed and summarized in the end of each chapter.Negative points:
- The author uses difficult words, and slangs which I`d say don`t fit the text...
- The text sounds like self advertisement sometimes, using a show off speech, with constant use of first person speech ("I did", "I can teach you...").
- The author proposes a questionable concept of sparring with contact... It doesn't necessarily guarantee efficiency or realism in the training, nor is safe, neither takes into account the value of courtesy, so emphasized by masters like Funakoshi, for whom the author shows a great consideration... Much better is the idea of free sparring with proper protective equipment. Finally, let's synthesize the book is of great value as a good compilation of a lot of important aspects for those who are or intend to be in the Way, and as a great job of an author who has really worked hard to achieve his proposals.
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Summary: A "Compass" for the traditional student.
Review: As you read this book, you can sense Mr. Morgan's aspirations; to solidly and thoroughly set forth character standards which should comprise a person who takes their Art seriously, and also how-to incorporate this mind set into your training. This book does not go into any specific kicking or punching techniques, as this format is well covered by many other fine authors. This book strikes a fine balance between philosophy and the how-to train portion. His point of view is uncompromising, and he goes out of his way to qualify certain stong statements, so to not alienate the readership. The succinct history he's selected is relevant and informative. Be ready to analyze your own motives; are you more of an external or internal reward seeker? I.e., is attainment of rank or personal excellence in the forefront of your reason(s) to be in Martial Arts? A good book for reference; time honored principles defined and explained.
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Summary: Typical martial arts hype - great for teenagers
Review: I probably would have liked this book in my teens, but after 11 years of training I can no longer stand all the b.s. martial artists delude themselves with. It's the 21st century - idealizing and identifying with 19th & early 20th century Asian masters and is little better than adopting the "warrior" practices of 12th century european knights. For most of the martial arts world it's like the Ultimate Fighting Championships, Vale Tudo, Pancrase and the other Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) events never happened or don't exist. MMA no holds bared fighters, Muay Thai Boxers, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu fighters are the true martial artists today - and they're not warriors. Warriors carry weapons, risk their lives and train to kill people: Soldiers, Marines, SEAL's.
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Summary: Excellent overview of life from a Martial Artists' viewpoint
Review: I only have the highest praise for Mr. Morgan's book. As a person who has studied the martial arts (embodied in TaeKwon-do, Danzan Ryu Jujitsu and Eskrima) I have been looking for a common thread that defines what it means to live the Way of the martial arts. This book encapsulates that Way (Tao, or Do, as they say). The book is written in an approachable fashion; each chapter is outlined, the thesis is developed, and the key points are summarized. The numerous anecdotes and personal observations that the author provides prevents it from coming across as a dry textbook. The content is ecumenical; the common threads of many martial traditions are examined, including the asian arts of aikido, karate, kenjutsu, Lun Gar Pai kung-fu and TaeKwon-do, as well as western military codes of honor. Of particular interest is the authors analysis of religious vs philosophical interpretations of the asian traditions. He points out that there is no conflict between even the most devoutly held western religious viewpoints and the practice of martial arts. In summary, I recommend this book highly, whether you're casually interested in what all that mumbo jumbo your aikido-practicing friend goes on about, or whether you're a high-ranked blackbelt in Uechi-Ryu Karate.
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Summary: The proper approach to martial arts.
Review: Morgan's book is exceptional. Exceelent reading for serious, nononse martial artist. One of the strengths of the book is that it is not one-demensional. Various topics are covered. Everything from training methods, mindset, diet, physical fitnesss, and even an overview on Eastern religions is discussed in this work. Of special interest for martial artist is Morgan's explanation on the importance of using 'strategy and tactics'.--Something that is often neglected in most books-- 'Living the Martial way' is one of the best martial arts book I have found.
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Summary: Inspiring
Review: The book is the BEST I have in my martial library. He gives step by step methods for living, training, even revenge all while still walking the honorable warrior path. All my friends who've read it have found it to be as inspiring as I found it to be. I bought it five years ago, and still I can't recommend any other book more highly. Excellent book.
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Summary: Great idea, but sometimes falls short
Review: As far as being a good way to start thinking like a warrior, this is a great book to help. It basically outlines everything one needs to think about when they are a martial artist. But it is very controlling, almost like the military. One can tell that a military officer wrote it just by the strong pushing of his way or no way ideas. Sometimes he gives false information (see the part where martial arts in Asia originated.). It was deffinately worth reading for the good points I got out of it, and there was deffinately more good to it than bad, but I believe he should have left more room for the reader to feel comfortable to grow his own warrior mindset and not feel bad about doing it.
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Summary: Excellent book, with one reservation...
Review: I have studied various martial arts and martial ways, and yes, for those of you who have read this book, I have a core art. I greatly enjoyed this book, it is an excellent guide for those seeking the warrior lifestyle and the true meaning of honor. My reservation is this: I believe that in modern society, those who are warriors are not necessarily men-at-arms. I believe there are many who are "warriors of their profession" and who have honor, life-long commitment, and every-day dedication to their art. This art does not have to be fighting to make them a warrior. Buy this book, and apply its principles to that which you choose to dedicate your life.
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Summary: Valuale even for the non-martial artist
Review: I found this book while I was still practising karate. While I have had to stop my training for a while due to physical difficulties, I still refer to it regularly as a manual for mastery of self. Mr. Morgan has given his topic a great deal of thought, and his knowlege is categoric. My only wish is that he would have given more thought to the female martial artist, but that may require a female author. Most of his book is broadly applicable to both sexes though, so this is a minor flaw.
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