Practical Karate Book 2: Against the Unarmed Assailant (Practical Karate Series , No 2) (Bk.2) [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

by Donn F. Draeger (Author), M. Nakayama (Author)

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Product Description
Divided into chapters dealing with attacks from the front and rear, this book provides an uncomplicated approach to using fundamental skills for defence.

Product Details

• Paperback: 136 pages
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing (June 1972)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0804804826
• ISBN-13: 978-0804804820
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,540,134 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent source for people studying karate, April 30, 1999

By A Customer

If you've ever wondered how you might use a karate technique in real life, this is a great resource. These are interpretations from Master Nakayama himself! You'd be crazy not to buy this one.

4.0 out of 5 stars Simple and effective karate self-defense techniques., June 10, 2009

By	Joseph J. Truncale "warriorwriter" (Chicago, Il) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The late Master Nakayama and Draeger worked together on six "Practical Karate" books. This is the second in the series. In my opinion, it is very important to read and study the first volume in this series in order to grasp the basic techniques used in this self-defense series. This manual (No.2) covers various responses against an unarmed attacker. Basic defenses against wrist grabs, clothing grabs, body grabs, choke attacks, and punching attacks are demonstrated in this text. Though the techniques are not difficult to learn, one must work with a partner practicing numerous times to actually make the techniques work in reality. In conclusion, if you desire to become proficient at using karate in self-defense situations, this book can serve as an excellent guide, when used in combination with actual training under a competent karate instructor. Rating 4 stars Joseph J. Truncale