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The Big Book of Sumo: History, Practice, Ritual, Fight Paperback – June 1, 1997

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Stone Bridge Press (June 1, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1880656280
  • ISBN-13: 978-1880656280
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,206,962 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 starsGreat little "Big Book of Sumo"
By A Customer on August 5, 2001
Format: Paperback
As a begining Sumo wrestler, who trains with 2 time World Lightweight Sumo champ Svetoslav Binev, I really liked this book. I found "The Big Book of Sumo" to be an awesome little book on the history and tradition of Sumo.
Unfortunately, it has nothing on the actual techniques used from the standpoint of a competing wrestler. Only descriptions of some names of common techniques from a fan's perspective.
Never-the-less, it's a great little "Big Book of Sumo." Don't get this book if you are looking for more than a very general description of sumo technique. Do get this book if you want to understand the art, history and tradition of Sumo.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 starsGetting up to speed on Sumo
By Dwight Wood on April 22, 1999
Format: Paperback
I have been interested in Sumo, but was lost in understanding of the sport. Mina Hall not only knows her stuff, she is able to relay it in terms that are understandable. Now I have a new love for the sport from this easy book. The content of Hall's book is enough to make me feel like I know the sport. No longer will I wonder why they do those things before,during, and after the match. While I have read other books on the subject this is by far the best. Get it and learn Sumo.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 starsA very readable book
By A Customer on June 30, 1998
Format: Paperback
Author Mina Hall, who is half American and half Japanese, combined the best of both worlds to produce a very readable and user friendly book on Sumo.
A recommended book for new sumo wrestling enthusiasts.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 starsA Fun Introduction
By M. Duke on January 11, 2005
Format: Paperback
A fantastic and fun introduction to Sumo. I've already got my tickets for my second Basho next week and I'll have a lot better understanding of the sport because of this book.

However, its a bit out of date for current wrestlers and recent records. But that's all available online from the Sumo organization web site.

Also, its a good intro, but you'll have to look elsewhere for more detailed information and history.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 starsGreat introduction to the world of Sumo
By Karl on March 27, 1999
Format: Paperback
Mina covers all the basics in a concise, easy to read format that can be picked up by adult and young readers. Still new to the sport, I keep the book availabe to assist me in keeping track of the traditions, terms and ranking system.
I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning about Sumo.
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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat Book
By A Customer on August 3, 1999
Format: Paperback
I purchased this book a year ago. It is very easy to understand and has some realy fabulous pictures.
Mina Hall has done a great job in putting this together. I would recomend this to anyone who is interested in sumo.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 starsVery good
By A Customer on November 26, 1998
Format: Paperback
Excellent book about sumo for beginners and buffs alike-covers almost every base from rules to salaries to retirement to food to--well, everything..
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsExcellent Introduction To Sumo

After my son and I watched some Sumo matches and he asked some questions about what they were doing and I couldn't answer I typed "Sumo for a stupid American" into Google... Read more

Published 9 months ago by Zigi Hogan
5.0 out of 5 starsbut it's a good overview of Sumo wrestling

It is a bit out of date (no Hawai'ians these days), but it's a good overview of Sumo wrestling.

Published 13 months ago by Jonathan Bastow
5.0 out of 5 starsSuper interesting though dated

This book was very informative about many aspects of sumo and I read through almost the whole book in one sitting (laying). Read more

Published on August 22, 2012 by Esper Ranger
3.0 out of 5 starsGood but way out-of-date

Released in the 1990s, Hall's book was cool but dated very quickly. Back then, there were only three foreigners in the top division. Read more

Published on April 10, 2012 by Chris Gould
5.0 out of 5 starsgreat thorough intro

A bit cutesy, but covers all the details, including details other books don't deal with.

Published on January 16, 2006 by Soporifix
3.0 out of 5 starsA great introduction to Sumo.....

This is a great book for people interested in Sumo, but have limited knowledge of its rituals and practices. It is one of the best intorductory books on sumo you can buy. Read more

Published on April 9, 1999 by lousie99@yahoo.com
5.0 out of 5 starsTHE MOST IMFORMATIVE BOOK OF SUMO

THE BIG BOOK OF SUMO IS THE ONLY TRULY INFORMATIVE, ACCURATELY COMPILED, AND ACTUALLY RESEARCHED IN JAPAN BOOK ON SUMO THAT I HAVE EVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF READING. Read more

Published on January 22, 1999 by scottana@webtv.net

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