Isshinryu Karate Do: Its History and Philosophy [Paperback]

Michael J. Dobyns (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Natl Book Network (September 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0934999007
• ISBN-13: 978-0934999007
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,970,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very accurate book. Overall a very good read on Isshinryu., July 4, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Isshinryu Karate Do: Its History and Philosophy (Paperback)

Mr Dobyns does an excellent job of giving the reader an overview of Isshinryu Karate. It is not a "how to" book. It discusses the history of Isshinryu and the origins of the katas in the system.An excellent addition to any Isshinryu Karate library.

4.0 out of 5 stars a good small survey of Isshinryu, January 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Isshinryu Karate Do: Its History and Philosophy (Paperback)

This is a thin book, Thats gives a quick survey of Isshinryu Karate. However it gives very little detail into the kata- and in my opinion doesnt really touch on the philosophy of Isshinryu that much either.

2.0 out of 5 stars A worthwhile reference for beginners, January 6, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Isshinryu Karate Do: Its History and Philosophy (Paperback)

While Dobyns has gone to some lengths to research Isshinryu, it appears that he falls somewhat short in his understanding of a few key points, and in some areas, he is innacurate or incomplete in his statements. Still, this is one of only a few books that discuss the history of Isshinryu, and it makes a good reference for somebody training in this style.