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A Path to Liberation: A Spiritual and Philosophical Approach to the Martial Arts [Paperback]

Herman Kauz (Author)
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With a Zen rather than a "how-to-break-boards" approach, here is a short but thought-provoking exploration of the mental and spiritual components of martial arts. Using his previous book ( Martial Spirit , LJ 3/1/78) as a springboard, Kauz advances from the introduction of martial arts philosophies to how students may improve meditation skills and assess teachers, dojos (schools), and styles. When students utilize a mind, spirit, and body approach, self-discovery can accompany physical improvement. This book is for the student looking beyond fighting skills or self-defense. If you have more than two martial arts schools in your area, buy this book.
-J. Sara Paulk, Concord P.L.,
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Overlook TP (August 1, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0879514574
  • ISBN-13: 978-0879514570
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.8 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,210,941 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, March 17, 2005
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This review is from: A Path to Liberation: A Spiritual and Philosophical Approach to the Martial Arts (Paperback)
As with The Martial Spirit, there is some initial good information about martial arts in general, but tends to be very negative and contradictory at times. Focuses on the negative aspects and does not bring full light to the spirituality of the martial arts. Recommend Zen in the Martial Arts.
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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent work by an obvious lifetime martial artist, September 2, 1998
This review is from: A Path to Liberation: A Spiritual and Philosophical Approach to the Martial Arts (Paperback)
This book is excellent. It is not the typical martial arts book filled with hundreds of photos of kata moves. It is a book by someone who has obviously put a lifetime in to this. A must read for martial artisit of any style or discipline.
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