The Martial Arts and Real Life: A Book of Fighting for the Twenty-First Century

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Summary: Great Book, great author
Review: I do believe that all those who have given this book bad reviews do not know with what they are talking about. I have studied Villari's martial arts for 11 years, and i have seen villari in action(seminar) he is prob. the most amazing martial artist out there, and for those of you who disagree, read the book! Watch a seminar, be AMAZED! If you ever want to try out a martial arts, it's true just like in the book, pick a school right for u, try out a couple, see which one fits your style of martial arts best! Jesus, don't put up a review if u don't know what ur talking about, and for those people who haven't read it, villari is an aexcellent martial artist, and does this book excellent! A great read, and for my personal opionon, one of the best martial arts out there..

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Summary: An interesting overview of Martial Science
Review: It is obvious that the coward who won't reveal their identity knows nothing of the martial arts, and would not know a good book on the subject if it hit them on the head. I feel sorry for all you you poor, misguided people.

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Summary: Great book
Review: It is obvious that the coward who won't reveal their identity knows nothing of the martial arts, and would not know a good book on the subject if it hit them on the head. I feel sorry for all you you poor, misguided people.

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Summary: Outstanding Review of Martial Arts for All Levels
Review: Mr. Villari has presented the martial arts in a matter of fact way that people of all experience levels can appreciate. I have read it as a white belt and then again as a fourth degree black belt and have found applicable ideas at all times. Having met and taken a clinic with Master Villari I can appreciate his ideas in his book more. His knowledge is exceptional and his instructional capability is without match as is evident in his book. His rank of 10th degree black belt is definetly well deserved as he can make novice to expert appreciate new ideas in the arts. Illustrations are well done and kept at a basic level for detailed description. This is a classic book on the martial arts that many of us "old timers" have all read. A must read for any martial arts practioner, beginner or advanced.

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Summary: Great Book, great author
Review: What impresses me most about this book is that it goes beyond the "How to" format of most martial arts books. The section on Mental Principles is very enlightening. Villari's views on developing confidence and managing fear are particularly valuable and the section on Fighting Strategies will change the way you evaluate an opponent, giving you insights as to how to neutralize his strengths rather than attempting to get around them. I recommend this book to martial artist of all styles.