Tao of Jeet Kune Do
by Bruce Lee
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Compiled from Bruce Lee's notes and essays and originally published in 1975, this iconic volume is one of the seminal martial arts guides of its time. The science and philosophy behind the fighting system Lee pioneered himself-jeet kune do-is explained in detail, depicted through hundreds of Lee's own illustrations. With the collaboration of Lee's daughter, Shannon, and Bruce Lee Enterprises, this new edition is expanded, updated, and remastered, covering topics such as Zen and show more enlightenment, kicking, striking, grappling, and footwork. Featuring an introduction by Linda Lee, this is essential reading for any practitioner, offering a brief glimpse into the mind of one of the world's greatest martial artists. show lessTags
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Very cool, not just a form of martial arts, but a philosophy. The wisdom contained in this book really hasn't aged much, in that the simplicity of the words but the depth of the meaning has held up well.
Without a martial arts background, I failed to understand any of the middle section of the book regarding physicality. But I liked the beginning and end where Lee is philosophical.
This is the definitive guide to Jeet Kune Do by the founder himself Bruce Lee. Many people who first pick up this book find it hard to follow as they believe that this book is like any other with definite chapters and a story to follow. However this is not the case this book was put together based on the enormous amounts of notes Bruce Lee left behind on fighting, martial arts, and philosophy. If you ever wondered why Bruce Lee is called the father of modern MMA well this book will show you. But be warned this book is not easy to understand and you may have to read it a number of times before the penny drops.
A look into Bruce Lee's psyche from Bruce Lee himself. Not just a book on martial arts, Lee gives his take on life. Interesting read!
I skimmed over it towards the beginning of the year when I had some interest in doing this but lost interest quickly due to my ADD. But I say it would be useful towards someone that can pay attention long enough to learn.
This is a guide to help improve your skills and your life. It covers everything from workouts to philosophy from the most revered martial artist of all time. A must for any martial artist.
The Tao of not only Jeet Kune Do, but thinking.
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Bruce Lee (1940-1973) was a martial artist, film actor, filmmaker, philosopher and the founder of the original martial art known as Jeet Kune Do-"the way of the intercepting fist." As an actor, Lee became a cultural icon. He was born in San Francisco but spent his formative years in Hong Kong. His groundbreaking action films sparked intense show more interest in the Asian martial arts in the West. His most famous film is Enter the Dragon (1973). He was an avid student of all forms of martial arts along with Eastern and Western philosophy and is regarded today as the most influential martial artist who ever lived. Lee moved beyond the rigid traditional style of martial arts to develop his own free-form, modern style of Jeet Kune Do. show less
Common Knowledge
- Canonical title
- Tao of Jeet Kune Do
- Original publication date
- 1975
- People/Characters
- Bruce Lee
- Dedication
- This book is dedicated to the Free, Creative Martial Artist
Take what is useful and develop from there. - First words
- (Introduction by Linda Lee): My husband always considered himself a martial artist first and then an actor second.
To obtain true enlightenment in martial art means the extinction of everything which obscures the "true knowledge," the "real life." - Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)Please don't fuss over it.
Classifications
- Genres
- Sports and Leisure, Nonfiction, Philosophy, General Nonfiction
- DDC/MDS
- 796.8153 — Arts & recreation Recreation, sports, and performing arts Sports Wrestling / Martial Arts, Judo, Karate Martial arts Asian martial arts Karate
- LCC
- GV1114.3 .L43 — Geography, Anthropology and Recreation Recreation. Leisure Recreation. Leisure Sports Fighting sports: Bullfighting, boxing, fencing, etc.
- BISAC
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- Languages
- English, French, Portuguese (Portugal)
- Media
- Paper, Ebook
- ISBNs
- 15
- ASINs
- 16


















































