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Karate-Do Kyohan: The Master Text
Gichin Funakoshi
Kodansha International, 1973
An Invaluable Resource, Among the First Karate Documents
+ EXCELLENT
+ Karete-Do Kyohan: The Master Text
+ not much to say
+ A must have
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On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and Peace
Dave Grossman, Loren W. Christensen
PPCT Research Publications, 2004
On Combat
+ Critical Primer for the Citizen Soldier
+ informative
+ An outstanding read, recommended for all warriors.
+ Dead ( no pun intended) On
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Classics of Strategy and Counsel, Volume 1: The Collected Translations of Thomas Cleary
Thomas Cleary
Shambhala, 2001
Great reading for anybody interested in leadership
+ Understanding
Anyone interested in learning about leadership should go back to the classics. Clearly has done a great job putting together a collection of the most influencial eastern classics in three volumes. The five classics included in this volume present crucial aspects of human development and ...
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The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defense, Health, and Enlightenment (Tuttle ...
Wong Kiew Kit
Tuttle Publishing, 2002
Shaolin Kung Fu
+ Great Beginners Book
+ Great Book
+ One of the best books on Shaolin Kung Fu
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Secrets of the Samurai: A Survey of the Martial Arts of Feudal Japan
Oscar Ratti, Adele Westbrook
Book Sales, 1999
A classic text!
+ A Note to the Ignorant
+ A great addition to any library
+ good refrence book
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The Prince (Bantam Classics)
Niccolo Machiavelli
Bantam Classics, 1984
The Recipe of the American Corporate State
+ The Giant of the Self-Help Genre
+ mc review
Machiavelli's "The Prince" is a guide of morality-void techniques for acquiring and maintaining political power and ultimately, political fortune. Written nearly 500 years ago, this blueprint for tyranny is just as relevant today. As his compass, Machiavelli uses history, both ancient and ...
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On War (Penguin Classics)
Carl von Clausewitz
Penguin Classics, 1982
Slog
+ The Definitive Von Clausewitz
+ Strategy ? - This book is required reading.
+ Geo-Political Student
+ "War is nothing but a duel on an extensive scale."
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The Gift of Fear
Gavin De Becker
Dell, 1998
The Gift of Fear Is the Gift of Awareness
+ Highly Recommended!
+ Listening to your inner voice.
+ Empowering!
+ About fear's affects
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Strategy: Second Revised Edition (Meridian)
B. H. Liddell Hart
Plume, 1991
Modern Classic
+ Strategy Classic
+ The Optimistic Jew
Though I am not sold on Liddell Hart's thesis in this book, it provides such an expansive analysis of historical military accounts that I cannot discount its indelible mark on my future thoughts of military strategy. Clausewitz puts me to sleep, but Liddell Hart kept me awake into the wee hours of ...
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Why Courage Matters: The Way to a Braver Life
John McCain, Marshall Salter
Random House, 2004
Stories of, and a true definition of the first virtue- Courage
+ Courage to whip his supporters into patriotic frenzy
+ Fear is the opportunity or courage
This book is surprising in at least two ways. I thought a book by war- hero on Courage John McCain would focus on his own story, his own trial in courage. I also thought it would focus on military heroes. It has it share of these and in fact opens with the story of Vietnam War Medal of honor Winner ...
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The Art Of War
Antoine De Jomini
Greenhill Books, 2006
The Ultimate Handbook on Military Strategy and Tactics
+ the forgotten Master
+ Please note!
+ "War does not make one great"
+ A classic of military thinking
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Training at the Speed of Life, Vol. 1: The Definitive Textbook for Police and Military Reality Based Training
Kenneth R. Murray
Armiger Publications, 2004
The Bible to Reality Based Training
+ Excellent
+ great book - fun to read
+ one of the greatest
+ RBT saftey and more
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Deadly Force Encounters: What Cops Need To Know To Mentally And Physically Prepare For And Survive A Gunfight
Alexis Artwohl, Loren W. Christensen
Paladin Press, 1997
A needed tool for law officers
+ Not just for Police Officers, invaluable to anyone that's willing to defend themselves with force
+ Must have book for all law enforcement officer's
+ Required Reading for ALL Officers
+ On mental aspects of combat
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Modern Arnis: The Filipino Art of Stick Fighting
Remy Presas
Black Belt Communications, 1983
Great Staring point
+ Compact Flowing Arnis +++
+ Back to the basics and adapted to modern day
+ The first Arnis book you must by
+ A good introduction
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Complete Kickboxing: The Fighter's Ultimate Guide to Techniques, Concepts and Strategy for Sparring and ...
Martina Sprague, Keith Livingston
Turtle Press, 2004
A well-rounded compilation of facts
+ Most comprehensive book on stand-up fighting I've ever read.
+ the ultimate guide for anyone interested in kickboxing
+ GREAT BOOK FOR TEACHERS AND STUDENTS
+ Worth Every Penny
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