Book Description
For the first time, here is the fundamental structure and foundation of Bruce Lee's Jun Fan Gung Fu, including:

* footwork and mobility training

* offensive and defensive hand techniques

* simultaneous strike and block

* basic kicking techniques

* Jun Fan trapping

* Lee's 5-Way attack drillsMartial arts practitioners can learn the essentials of Jun Fan Gung Fu--a necessity before they expand their skills and explore their own path of Jeet Kune Do. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (7)

High quality book by an Exceptional Sifu!
I have seen a number of books on Jeet Kune Do, but few that put it in terms so easily understood. I came to the study of Jeet Kune Do with a background of familiarity w/ Wing Chun. Many other books on Jun Fan seem to bear only slightly on the Wing Chun connection. This is understandable as Bruce Lee parted ways with much of that art, but it is at the root of his system, and Sifu Seaman does a wonderful job of showing Jun Fan's connection to Wing Chun principles. I would also say that, having spoken to him on the phone, his spirit of Hing-Dai (Kung Fu brotherhood) is most refreshing in a world of inflated egos. If you seek to understand the path of Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do, you really only need this book!

Great textbook on Jun Fan Gung Fu
I take Jun Fan Gung Fu with an Inosanto teacher, and this book is the perfect textbook for what we do in class. The author does an excellent job of discussing principles, but also techniques. The pictures are clear, and the text only really contains things you need, without extra extrapolations on stuff you don't need to learn. This is an excellent textbook on JKD/Jun Fan.

The best in traditional Jun Fan material
Personally, this is one of my favorite books on the subject of Jeet Kune Do.It is different in that it presents the more traditional Jun Fan Gung Fu as opposed to the method of Jeet Kune Do.Not many books do this, as they go right into "what's new" in Jeet Kune Do.Although there is nothing wrong with that, Mr. Seaman shows the reader the value of the original Jun Fan material.He covers basic trapping, Jun Fan kickboxing kicks, boxing, stance movement, etc.Overall, this is a treasured book in my martial arts library, as it is rare in that it shows techniques and ideas that other books gloss over.Just my opinion.

Great Supplementary Literature on JKD
I have read most of the Bruce Lee library, small to big. My never-ending search for more knowledge brings me to other authors such as Sifu Seaman who was instructed by Sifu Dan Inosanto (no introduction needed there). Not having any limits is what Sifu Bruce Lee always insisted. Also having now way as "way". Never stop learning. Never stop practicing. That's what I live by. This book is a great addition to any JKD practitioner. Improving the fundamentals of JKD is the core. You move to your own path from there.

Ben

-Be water, my friend- Sifu Bruce Lee

Excellent addition to any serious martial artist's library
This book is an excellent overview of the basics of Jun Fan Gung Fu, the Gung Fu system developed by the late Bruce Lee, using the concepts and principles of Jeet Kune Do. It is very well organized and well written and everything is very clearly explained and illustrated.

One thing in particular that I really like about this book is that the first two chapters cover Jun Fan's footwork (as in stance, mobility, etc., not kicking), the foundation upon which everything else is built, which makes it an excellent companion to Chris Kent and Tim Tackett's books "Jeet Kune Do Kickboxing" and "Jun Fan / Jeet Kune Do: The Textbook" which are also very good, but do not cover stance or footwork very well.

Excellent study guide for any Jun Fan / JKD student. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

GRAPPLING? STILL AN ART! ART ISNT ALWAYS WHATSPRACTICAL!
grappling-its a sport but sport isnt always whats practical.it adds to the curriculum so teachers can teach you more and put more money into their pockets! really think about it! using two of your hands to tie up your opponants one arm, which still leaves him an arm to use,is pretty silly and dangerous on the street and in sparring.dont believe me ! take it for checking! try it yourself and tell your partner to use the other hand while you go for your grapple! his imaginary eye jab,throat punch,groin slap,backfist to your head or whatever he uses that is an effective tool ,will get you! dont believe me try it yourself! believe me this is why bruce emphasized his eye jab so much-of course i dont advocate going to the eyes as much as bruce did-but i think it was bruces way of pointing out that simplicity is what works-even a backfist to the head,a headbutt,an elbow,a knee is more effective and less likely to fail than 99.9999999% {if not 100%} of most grappling techniques!!!!! lw

Same old same old
This book is no more than a rehash of what has already been written about in countless other books on JKD. The grappling material is very basic and limited. It is better covered and explained in other submission fighting books. There also should have been more closeups on the holds being applied as it is difficult to see many of them. Not something I would highly recommend unless you are just starting out.

It means, "Conditioning and Grappling Basics".
This is a good book for martial artists starting out. I have been in Martial arts for awhile. This book will help you get in shape and work on flexibility, if you don't already know how to do that. I recommend it to someone that wants to see what Jeet Kune Do involves and what kind of moves there are in Jiu-Jitsu. Pick one up, a good book for an all around freestyle martial artist. ... Read more

Product Description
Este libro es una presentación completa del arte de Bruce Lee, el jeet kune do. El desarrollo de esta original forma de arte marcial, sus principios, técnicas centrales y planes de lección son presentados aquí con las propias palabras de Lee. También se muestran esquemas ilustrativos de Lee y su extraordinario tratamiento sobre la naturaleza del combate, el éxito mediante las artes marciales y la importancia de una actitud mental positiva en el entrenamiento. El lector también encontrará una serie depreguntas que todo artista marcial debe formularse a sí mismoy que Lee se planteó con el propósito de explorar como parte de su propio desarrollo aunque no llegó a vivir para completarlas. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

understanding jkd
I will say understanding jkd by Jason p Korol is one of the best books out on Brucelee art jkd Jason gives the best explation of jkd and all its princaples I really love an learned a lot from what you said in the book I hope you do another book on jkd you are the best keep up the good work Charles Smith out.

A much-needed analysis of the philosophy and strategy of JKD
At long last, someone has written a book that focuses on the structure and philosophy of JKD.There are already many good technique-oriented books on the market (such as those by Burton Richardson, Chris Kent, and Larry Hartsell), and Sifu Korol does not try to retread this ground.Instead he offers an in-depth, critical analysis of the fundamental principles of scientific self-defense.This is a book that should be taken seriously by any student of the martial arts who aims to train realistically.As an instructor of Jeet Kune Do and jujitsu, I can heartily recommend this work.

A definitive book about martial arts.

Full disclosure:I am a student of the author.

Understanding Jeet Kune Do is a definitive book about martial arts and Jeet Kune Do.

Jason Korol is the Head Instructor at Downtown Martial Arts in Greenville, SC.

This book is not about technique.The "book, ... , is about why Jeet Kune Do is the science of self-defense." (page 5).

In the tradition of Bruce Lee, Sifu Jason asks fundamental questions about the purpose of martial arts and Jeet Kune Do in particular.The answers to those questions create a set of criteria that Sifu Jason uses to evaluate martial art techniques for inclusion into Jeet Kune Do.Do the techniques further the purpose of Jeet Kune Do enhancing Jeet Kune Do's effectiveness? The criterion also allows Sifu Jason to discover new techniques to incorporate into Jeet Kune Do.

Two questions asked by "Understanding Jeet Kune Do" are 1) What is the purpose of a martial art, 2) How does the martial art achieve those goals?While other martial arts can have various purposes, Jeet Kune Do's objective is real self-defense."Real" is meant literally; not in a sporting sense but in the context of street fighting.Given the purpose of self-defense how does Jeet Kune Do provide a human being, who has two legs, two arms, ten fingers, two feet and a set of teeth, the means to defend him or herself against other human beings in deadly circumstances.

In asking these questions about Jeet Kune Do and martial arts, Sifu Jason gives the reader a way to evaluate any martial art.Whether or not the reader wants to learn Jeet Kune Do, the book gives them strong criteria to understand and a critical look at any martial art.

A few quotes from the Introduction will illustrate my points.

"My goal with this book is to show that Jeet Kune Do is not purely a matter of personal interpretation but an exacting and logical science of self-defense whose teaching must include certain techniques, training principles and strategies in order to truly be Jeet Kune Do."(page 7).

"... Jeet Kune Do is the science of self-defense, ..." (page 8).

"The goal of self-defense is to annihilate or neutralize a threat while putting yourself in the least amount of danger possible.There are many ways to conduct your affairs in combat but only one way is the best way in any given context.The true goal of a Jeet Kune Do practitioner is to discover the best and most integrated way [of combat]... " (page 8).

"Jeet Kune Do techniques and principles, unlike many others [martial arts] are integrated to meet the demands of reality [real streetfighting]."(page 9)

"There is a counter to every technique and a counter to that too, but none to superior positioning." (page 9)

"I have also included a rather comprehensive definition of the philosophy of self-defense as well as the ethical guidelines that every person must consider.This is necessary because self-defense and violence are serious subjects."(page 11)

I strongly recommend the book for anyone with interest in martial arts.

The Definitive Jeet Kune Do Book
This book is the most comprehensive volume on Jeet Kune Do ever published. It details the entire basis for rational self defense and includes the entire RATIONAL Jeet Kune Do "skeleton". The author writes in a manner clearly, and hierarchically logical and covers the material from the first, most important step through. If you are not immediately motivated by the section on attribute development and training, CHECK YOUR PULSE! You may be dead already. :) Do NOT check your brain at the door!

Rusty Starkey - amapjkd1@charter.net

GREAT BOOK
The sections of the book that I have gotten to read are very informative and easy to comprehend. I think it is a great book and explains JKD very well. As a female JKD student, it is nice to know that a book like this exists, to help further the science of self defense. ... Read more

Book Description
A conceptual guide to the martial arts, the book features Jeet Kune Do, Bruce Lee's brilliant martial art, which uses elements from many physical art forms: Western boxing, muay Thai Boxing, kali, shoot wrestling and Brazilian ju-jitsu.In addition to the philosophical and practical bases for the martial arts, Balicki covers:

* Equipment training: Thai pads, focus gloves, the dummy, kickshields

* Weapons and weapons training

* Fighting multiple opponents

* Psychological training

* Trapping: training, confrontation, grappling and groundfighting

* Training for the disabled

* Legal issuesFor the fighter, the teacher or the fascinated observer, these principles are greater than the sum of themselves, offering insight into a legendary discipline. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (9)

Great book, used it to prepare for his seminar...
I bought this book several years ago before attending one of Guro Ron's seminars. I'm glad I did, because I feel that this book only presents maybe an 8th of what he'd show you at a live seminar. But you'd be lucky to retain an 8th, so by reading the book ahead of time you get more out of the seminar.

Anyway, Ron has studied under quite a few martial artists in his time, and knows quite a few systems. If another book reviewer accuses him of being "incoherent" at times its because they probably aren't able to follow it themselves. I never had any trouble reading it. The book coveres all ranges, gives several techniques, but as others have stated covers a lot of philosophy as well. I'd like to have more material to read, but I don't have the $400-$800 for his DVD set yet. The book is a great substitute though, for a fraction of the price.

Great View of How JKD is Evolving
This book is a must for any serious JKD Student. While it tends to be a little too philosophical it has great drills and training tips for any JKD practioner. I am an Asst. Instructor in JKD and I can tell you that I use a lot of the material from this book when I teach. Trust me get this Book!

Eclectic and interesting book
I'm a pretty eclectic martial artist myself, having trained in Okinawan, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Filipino, and western systems, including empty-handed and weapons-based styles, so the very eclectic aspect of this book didn't bother me as much as some people. For me it's all "sauce for the goose," as they say. If you have primarily trained in one or two arts, this book will expose you to some other concepts, which is fine, too. For me, the most important aspect of the book was the section devoted to multiple attackers. From my own experience in training and teaching martial arts, this area is one of the most neglected. Other than the classic Nakayama and Draeger book on defense against multiple assailants, which of course was Shotokan-based, and Bucksom Kong's Tiger-Crane set Hung Gar book, which showed some applications of the form, there are few books on the market covering situations with multiple attackers. But these scenarios should be practiced also, especially by advanced students who are already compentent defending man-on-man with one attacker.

Not too bad
Clear, concise discussions of JKD and the techniques.A little on training.Not a bad book on the subject.(I have seen few GOOD books on the topic).Worth checking out with Paul Vunak's books and Chris Kent and Tim Tackett's efforts.

Incoherent at times
Not as bad as a book by Vunak or Richardson.Uses "seven dollar words" too much.Some ok training tips although I still can't see why JKD is associated with ripping a knife out of someone's hand.

Topics are merely touched upon, tries to convey too much information without clarity.Very "chop suey". ... Read more

Book Description
“The Gate” Volume 2 This is a picture illustration book

This is a detailed analyzation of striking from the bottom of the guard.Mr. Ground shares his vision on self defense, striking, counter punching, attacking, trapping, and kicking.Based upon your opponent's hand position this text will show you how to respond and flow naturally into many striking, trapping & locking techniques. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (4)

Outstanding
I always enjoy a fresh perspective.This book is beyond anything that I have seen to date.The book is a handy guide to the many possible ways to strike from the guard.

The pictures were outstanding.The clarity of the photo's were much better then his last book.The technical analysis is a good addition to each photo.I noticed the last review stated there were bad pictures.The person that wrote that review obviosly doesn't want you to read this book.The last review names a lot of big names however what he states is wrong with the book are out and out lies!

There is a good reason somebody doesn't want you to read this book.The fact is these are outstanding techniques.This is very effective and to the point "JKD".Alan Ground's analysis and ability to put things together with proper flowing is what JKD is all about.

I have had the pleasure of watching a couple of his video's regarding the energy drills for ground fighting. I'm still amazed about how it all comes together.

My suggestion is to do your own research.Don't listen to some bone-head that write's about a bad mount position when this book is about striking from the guard.

If Bruce Lee Fought Like This, He'd Have a Short Career
Overall, this was a book with great potential and poor results. Let me begin with the technical aspects of the actual book. Typos were legion throughout and I stopped counting after the first twenty blurred photos. Also, many pictures were out of sequence and some times the text did not match the pictures shown. Some of the picture sequences were taken in such a way that masked the technique and the reader could not tell what was going on. Also, some of the sequences did not adequately explain how you got from A to D and you could not tell from the photos. I would have fired my editor, sued him, then gotten a restraining order to keep him away from my book. All these errors erroded the professional credibility of the book.

I must commend Mr. Ground for his innovative approach to groundfighting and striking from the guard. This was a worthwhile intellectual endeavor and helps to expand the knowledge of groundfighting. However, I feel that his approach is fundamentally flawed. He attempts to use the same Jeet Kune Do (JKD) concepts that he uses for stand up fighting and apply them to the ground. However, JKD fails in reality combat as it does in applying it to the guard.
I can think of two Kung Fu artists who fought in the UFC and they both were defeated easily, I don't think anyone else was foolish enough to try. The author fails to take into account the fundamentally superior striking position of the person who is in the guard. People like Mark Coleman, Vanderlai Silva, Tito Ortiz and Igor Vovchanchyn have made careers of pounding people into submission while in their guard. Mr. Ground's fundamental approach is to create space between you and the person in the guard so that the person on the bottom can strike. This approach defies reality...when in the guard you want to eliminate distance to protect yourself from punches and reverse your opponent. Try to punch Mark Coleman from the guard and let me know how it works for you.

I also felt that some of the techniques shown were not technically sound. I don't think pulling someone's hair, pushing your thumb into their neck, or pinching their biceps muscle is a good use of time and energy. Again, reality combat shows these techniques to be useless. Also, I question the elbow and knee strikes to your opponent's elbows that will "result in breaking the arm". In the history of reality combat (ie UFC 1-40, and Pride 1-20) this has never happened. Finally, as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu student, as Mr. Ground claims to be, I gasped at his examples of the mount where his hips are high and off the ground, a fundamental error of body positioning when your goal is lower your center of gravity and your base.

Finally I felt that the author was exhibiting some shameless self-promotion which was unnecessary. For example, the sign in the background that pronounces "Alan Ground, Jeet Kune Do Groundfighting" was over done. Also, the author's claim that it is proven that he can punch someone eleven times in less than a second offered me nothing except a good chuckle. If his eleven punches are as effective as his groundfighting, the average Jiu-Jitsu fighter will not be losing any sleep.

In conclusion, I feel that a fighter using these techniques on the street will do himself a disservice unless he is fighting Helen Keller. Don't creat distance in the guard, close this distance, wrap your opponent's arms up and reverse him. A good fighter can beat you into submission a la Ken or Frank Shamrock if you give him space in the guard. The guard is not a fundamental striking position, it is a position for submissions and reversals.
I suggest you look into Submission Fighting Techniques by Iverson, the Fighter's Notebook (a thorough work), or Renzo's forthcoming book if you want to learn how to fight from the guard. Also, watch the UFC and Pride and see what works in reality, not just theory. JKD doesn't work standing up in real contests and it doesn't work on the ground. Up to this point, no one has proven these observations wrong.

The Gate:Volume two
One of the top best Jeet Kune Do books out!!Trapping and striking skills are the heart of JKD.Alan Ground has employed these skill along with JKD concepts and tactics to the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard, creating a new dimension in Jeet Kune Do.The Gate vol.2 is the text book for groundfighting survival, and A MUST FOR WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENCE.

The Gate Volume Two
One of the top best Jeet Kune Do books out there!! Trapping and striking skills are the heart of JKD, Alan Ground employs the same skills to the groundfighting range. Jeet Kune Do tools and concepts added to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guard creating a whole new dimension of combat. The Gate Vol.2 is the text book of ground fighting survival. A MUST FOR WOMEN'S SELF-DEFENSE, and any one in combative martial arts. ... Read more

Book Description
Jeet Kune Do, A NEW ERA is a picture illustration book designed to explore self defense in the groundfighting range.The subtitle is Groundfighting and Counters to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Due to Bruce Lee's untimely passing you might say the range of groundfighting was left unfinished business. Alan Ground picks up where Bruce Lee left off.

Even the most skilled Jeet Kune Do fighter becomes vulnurable when taken to the ground.That is why Jeet Kune Do Groundfighting was created.The moves shown will allow the JKD artist to continue to "flow like water," even if taken to the ground. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (17)

NOT Jeet Kune Do, and not worth your money.
After browsing this book AGAIN at the local MA store, I am only further convinced that all of the good reviews of it here are by friends of the author trying to help him out. It is not about Jeet Kune Do, it is a collection of poorly presented grappling techniques that appear to come primarily from BJJ.

Like another reviewer said, the author mentions no certifications or instructorship under any recognized JKD instructor. Also, like the other reviewer said, "studying" someone is hardly the same as studying WITH someone. I challenge the author to provide proof of instructor certification in JKD. Without that, the author has no business claiming to be writing about Jeet Kune Do.

The author seems to just be using the name Jeet Kune Do to promote his book. Obviously, if it just had a title like "Ground Fighting" or "Ground Fighting Techniques and Counters" or "Practical Ground Fighting Skills for the Street", then it would not stand out among the many grappling and ground fighting books available by recognized grappling experts such as the Machados and Gracies and a true Jeet Kune Do instructor and grappling expert, Larry Hartsell.

If you're interested in learning more about Jeet Kune Do, my first recommendation is to search for a qualified instructor. There is a directory of certified instructors at Dan Inosanto's web site. For those who don't know, Dan Inosanto was Bruce Lee's long time friend and student, and one of only three people who Bruce certified to teach Jun Fan Gung Fu and Jeet Kune Do (the others being Taky Kimura and the late James Lee). Most of the other original Chinatown school students like Larry Hartsell continued to train with Dan Inosanto after Bruce's death.

There is absolutely nothing that can take the place of learning firsthand from a qualified instructor. This is not to say that books and videos aren't helpful, as they can serve as useful study guides and sometimes help us to understand certain aspects of an art or fill in the holes in the notebooks of those of us who don't keep very good class notes (if you don't keep a training journal, start now!). Having said that, my second recommendation is to read all of the books on JKD by Chris Kent, Tim Tackett, Larry Hartsell, John Little, Ron Balicki and the excellent book on Jun Fan by Kevin R. Seaman, and if you can find them, Dan Inosanto. The book Jeet Kune Do Conversations by Jose Fraguas is also excellent.

If you are interested in grappling books, then I would recommend Larry Hartsell's JKD books and Marc MacYoung's "Floor Fighting", as well as The Fighter's Notebook.

I do not, however, recommend spending your money on this book, as it is not JKD, and it is not a very good grappling book either. If you are still considering it because of all the 5 star reviews (which I suspect were posted by friends of the author), I suggest browsing it first at your local martial arts store if they bothered to stock it. I'm glad I did, as it saved me from wasting my money on it.

If your attacked on the street...
By a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu guy, then this is a great book to have.But since 99% of the time the attacker a. does not know martial arts, b. has a weapon of some sort, and c. cannot grapple at all, this book is not the most useful in my posession.I can see the pros and cons, but this book was made more for the ring, I would say, then the street.it is, however, very well written and and photos are clear, so it isn't a bad quality book, butI don't see it as useful on the street.If you want to add some kind of grappling to your JKD, I would check out any of Larry Hartsell's books or Ron Balicki's book is very good and has some useful grappling inside.Just my opinion.

Grappler definitely recommends it
As an experienced grappler, I had always been fond of JKD and its concepts and now Alan Ground combines both of my interests into one.I first learned about Alan Ground and his works in either Black Belt or Inside Kung-Fu magazine where I saw the article on him titled "Jeet Kune Do Groundfighting?"At first, I was skeptical but his interesting theories intrigued me, so I bought the book.I have been a practitioner in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, submission wrestling, Russian sambo, and have won letters in high school for wrestling.I am pretty confident I know my stuff, so I find a lot of merit in Ground's book.If you want a good book on groundfighting to adapt to your JKD, I definitely recommend this book.

Ein sehr gutes Buch zum Thema Bodenkampf !
Seitdem das brazilianische Jiu-Jitsu in der amerikanischen Kampfsportszene für enormes Aufsehen sorgte, wird heute die Wichtigkeit des Bodenkampfes von keinem ernstzunehmenden Kampfsportler mehr geleugnet. Alan Ground hat hier eine Vielzahl von Techniken für den Bodenkampf zusammengestellt, die zum Teil aus dem brazilianischen Jiu-Jitsu entnommen sind, dieses aber nach seinen Worten teilweise sogar kontern und übertreffen können.

MAGNIFICENT!!!!!
Excellent book on ground fighting. Who cares if there are typos and bad use of grammar, Iým not reading it to for my use of English.Alan Ground gives the reader straight forward, effective, street fighting techniques. The pictures could be of better quality And arrangement (though Mr. Ground does explain how to read the book), This is nothing Compared to what I have seen in other Martial arts Publications. True it is best to learn from a instructor, but some of us are not located near a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school. I canýt wait for his next book to come out. ... Read more

Product Description
This book is really an introduction. It is a start of an incredible journey that has led Bahram Khozairy to develop and formulate his own combative art and science of "San Jieh Dao", which for the first time is introduced in this book. Within this book, you will find an intellectual, objective and straightforward analysis of Jeet Kune Do's spiritual doctrines and various non-biblical philosophies that are expressed and associated with the great Bruce Lee and his Jeet Kune Do. Bahram Khozairy systematically and analytically examines Bruce Lee's philosophies that are found within his book, "Tao Of Jeet Kune Do" under the spectacle of Biblical theology. The book starts with looking at Jeet Kune Do on the physical level, and then taking its long route toward its mental and spiritual message. Mr. Khozairy then argues in favor of Christians practicing martial arts, by examining some of the famous yet fallacious arguments that have been used against Christians that are involved in martial arts. In a way, this thesis examines and dissects Jeet Kune Do with an objective fact that all things are to be tested by the Biblical Scriptures. In doing so, Bahram Khozairy presents Christianity as the absolute Truth by offering a series of apologetics arguments. He also briefly analyzes the New Age movement, world of the Cults and the Occults, & their influences and dangers in martial arts, including Jeet Kune Do. He finally reinforces his message by providing his own personal experience, his own transformation from the domain of darkness toward the light, which is only found in the Lord Jesus Christ. Alphabetical Glossary with over 70 topics defined is included. Formerly titled "Jeet Kune Do, From Darkness To Light." ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Jeet Kune Do - The Tao - Bruce Lee
This is an excellent book by Bruce Lee, he inspiration of the art form.If you are interested in JKD or learning more about the subject or Bruce Lee and how ingenious he was then this is a must have! ... Read more

Book Description
Bruce Lee was the first, and still the greatest, martial arts star of all time.But aside from his persona as an actor and performer, he was also one of the greatest fighters who ever lived.This book is an intimate look at Bruce Lee - the man, the martial artist, the teacher, and the performer. Bruce Lee's fears, aspirations, his genius and his frailties are revealed by those who knew him best - from students and friends who were with him when he was just beginning to teach and develop Jeet Kune Do, to the Hollywood insiders who helped him become a star.Included are reminisces from Dan Inosanto, Ted Wong, Asian boxing champion Dan Lee, screenwriter Sterling Silliphant, and many others. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (6)

Excellent
One of the best books on JKD ever written. It is brilliant to just let the JKD experts talk. They contradict each other a bit, and their views overlap a lot. It is fascinating to me as a JKD guy to see all the differing views out there on JKD. The photos in the book highlight the techniques well. This is a really great book, it is FULL of great insights into JKD.

One of the best books on JKD History period
In this book you will learn about bruce lee and JKD straight from the people who knew him best. It is very interesting to see how he positively affected so many lives. His art is explained by those who learned at the "masters" feet! Each one of them exemplifies a certain aspect and concept of JKD and it is through them that JKD continues to prosper.

Highly enlightening and enjoyable reading
The interview with Chris Kent alone is worth the price of the book. I've only just bought the book, and have just read that chapter today, and I will most likely finish the rest of it by the end of tomorrow. I highly recommend this book, specifically the Chris Kent interview, to anyone who wants to improve their understanding of Jeet Kune Do.

A MUST READ FOR THE JKD ENTHUSIAST
This is a most excellent work rendered by a really competent craftsman when it comes to the written word. The book is enlightening, interesting, and insightful. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and found it hard to put down. The subjects have some diverse, and fascinating perspectives upon their take on Bruce Lee's martial art of Jeet Kune Do. It is that very diversity that enriches us, the readers of this worthy tome. Get it. Read it.

Johnny W.

THE CHINA HAND GUNG-FU CLUB

"Gung-Fu is Gung-Fu. It's not child's play."

-Bruce Lee as Kato

Most informative book on JKD thus far
I've read maybe a dozen books on JKD and at least twice that many on Bruce himself, but this is the most informative book on JKD I've ever read. I've heard all the quotes hundreds of times, "Using no way as a way; having no limitation as limitation", but for the first time I really feel like I understand what Bruce meant. JKD is hard to describe, and even now (I don't remotely think myself an expert), I'd still have trouble trying to explain it, but after reading this book containing interviews with Bruce's friends, students and people carrying on the JKD legacy, it's all starting to make sense. What I thought I knew was a bit off, and as corny as it sometimes sounds, I can finally grasp what is meant by JKD being a way of life. Always being open to new things, never limiting yourself to any specific idea. A person eating Corn Pops all his life may never know the joys of Apple Jacks..and that's just sad. But seriously, if you have any questions about JKD, this book is a great start to understanding. ... Read more