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Linking the time when karate was a strictly Okinawan art of self-defense shrouded in the deepest secrecy and the present day, when it has become a martial art practiced throughout the world, is Gichin Funakoshi, the "Father of Karate-do."Out of modesty, he was reluctant to write this autobiography and did not do so until he was nearly ninety years of age. Trained in the Confucian classics, he was a schoolteacher early in life, but after decades of study under the foremost masters, he gave up his livelihood to devote the rest of his life to the propagation of the Way of Karate. Under his guidance, techniques and nomenclature were refined and modernized, the spiritual essence was brought to the fore, and karate evolved into a true martial art.Various forms of empty-hand techniques have been practiced in Okinawa for centuries, but due to the lack of historical records, fancy often masquerades as fact. In telling of his own famous teachers--and not only of their mastery of technique but of the way they acted in critical situations--the author reveals what true karate is. The stories he tells about himself are no less instructive: his determination to continue the art, after having started it to improve his health; his perseverance in the face of difficulties, even of poverty; his strict observance of the way of life of the samurai; and the spirit of self-reliance that he carried into an old age kept healthy by his practice of Karate-do.

Samlingen Forraadt ble utgitt første gang i 1892 av Det Schubotheske Forlag i København. Forraadt regnes som den kunstnerisk beste romanen til Amalie Skram. Den handler om et ulykkelig ekteskap mellom den 17 år gamle barnebruden Aurora, kalt Ory, og den 32 år gamle skipskapteinen Riber. Store deler av handlingen i boken foregår til sjøs. Ory er uvitende om den seksuelle siden ved ekteskapet, og sjokket da hun oppdager den gjør at hun hevner seg ved stadige utspørringer av mannen om det tidligere livet hans. I begynnelsen er det Ory leseren får medfølelse for og oppfatter som offer, men etter hvert som Orys utspørring av mannen blir mer og mer nådeløs, ser man også ulykken hans. Riber blir søvnløs, fortvilet og begynner å drikke. Etter hvert mister han kontrollen. I tillegg til Forraadt inneholder boken novellene Madam Høiers Leiefolk, Karens Jul og In Asiam profectus est.

How much do you know about Taylor Swift?!Taylor Swift: The Ultimate Unofficial Fan Book is the latest Taylor Swift book - fully updated in 2023 to include the latest facts and trivia about your favorite superstar through the engaging world of quizzes. It is a fun-filled interactive book for every Taylor Swift fan.In this Taylor Swift book, you'll be able to quiz yourself on all areas of Taylor's life and find out if you truly are a Taylor Swift fan!As well as testing your TayTay knowledge, the author has put together more facts about Taylor Swift, many of which will surprise you, as well as a crossword, word search and more.Taylor Swift Quiz* Who is Taylor currently dating?* How old was Taylor when she moved to Nashville?* Who is Taylor's BFF from high school?* What is the breed of Taylor's cat Benjamin Button?You'll have the chance to answer these questions and over 100 more in the Ultimate Taylor Swift Fan Book. How many do you know the answer to?Taylor Swift QuotesRead some of Taylor's best quotes, including what she really thinks about love and some tips for happiness!Taylor Swift Facts* As well as playing a role in the movie Cats, she cowrote the film's main song.* Taylor Swift has a private jet worth $40 million.* Taylor rode horses competitively until she was 12 years old.These are just some of the Taylor Swift facts you'll find in the book.So if you're a true Swiftie, grab this book today. Or, treat your Taylor Swift loving friend or family member to the Taylor Swift: Ultimate Fan Book 2023/4. Ideal for Swifties of all ages and makes for the perfect Christmas present!

Daily / Weekly / Monthly Budgeting Planner8 X 10 inches, Plenty of space to notate the important stuffSimplistic layout and beautiful designThis planner can help you control your spending and see where the money goesThis book has a total of 114 pages, contain 4 inner cover and 110 planner pages

Here is the story of one Black American Communist who became disillusioned with Communism and penned this cautionary tale of the perils of his experience. According to the author: "Ten years I labored in the cause of Communism. I was a dedicated "comrade." All my talents and efforts were zealously used to bring about the triumph of Communism in America and throughout the world. To me, the end of capitalism would mark the beginning of an interminable period of plenty, peace, prosperity and universal comradeship. All racial and class differences and conflicts would end forever after the liquidation of the capitalists, their government and their supporters. Little did I realize until I was deeply enmeshed in the Red Conspiracy, that just and seeming grievances are exploited to transform idealism into a cold and ruthless weapon against the capitalist system-that this is the end toward which all the communist efforts among Negroes are directed. Indeed, I had entered the red conspiracy in the vain belief that it was the way to a "new, better and superior" world system of society. Ten years later, thoroughly disillusioned, I abandoned communism." From the preface.

The Bhagavad Gita ("The Song of God"), often referred to as the Gita, is a 700-verse Sanskrit scripture that is part of the Hindu epic Mahabharata (chapters 23-40 of Bhishma Parva). The Gita is set in a narrative framework of a dialogue between prince Arjuna and his guide and charioteer Krishna. At the start of the Dharma Yudhha (righteous war) between Pandavas and Kauravas, Arjuna is filled with moral dilemma and despair about the violence and death the war will cause. He wonders if he should renounce and seeks Krishna's counsel, whose answers and discourse constitute the Bhagadvad Gita. Krishna counsels Arjuna to "fulfill his Kshatriya (warrior) duty to uphold the Dharma" through "selfless action". The Krishna-Arjuna dialogue cover a broad range of spiritual topics, touching upon ethical dilemmas and philosophical issues that go far beyond the war Arjuna faces.The Bhagavad Gita presents a synthesis of Hindu ideas about dharma, theistic bhakti, and the yogic ideals of moksha. The text covers jnana, bhakti, karma, and Raja Yoga (spoken of in the 6th chapter) incorporating ideas from the Samkhya-Yoga philosophy.Numerous commentaries have been written on the Bhagavad Gita with widely differing views on the essentials. Vedanta commentators read varying relations between Self and Brahman in the text: Advaita Vedanta sees the non-dualism of Atman (soul) and Brahman as its essence, whereas Bhedabheda and Vishishtadvaita see Atman and Brahman as both different and non-different, and Dvaita sees them as different. The setting of the Gita in a battlefield has been interpreted as an allegory for the ethical and moral struggles of the human life.

On April 18, 1888, a fascinating document entitled "Jujutsu, the ancient samurai art of fighting without weapons" was held inside the British embassy in Japan. The material author was Professor Jigoro Kano, founder of Kodokan Judo. The Rev. Thomas Lindsay assisted Kano in the translation and described the Kano school in the last pages of the text. This document is of great interest to all researchers in the life of Jigoro Kano and especially to the analysts of the transition between the ancient bujutsu and the current budo. Given the date of the document (only 5 or 6 years after creating the Kodokan) we can clearly see the great work he did to thoroughly study the ancient schools of Jujutsu, including in the text some references to ancient books from China and Japan. Kano analyzes, among other issues, the origin and meaning of Jujutsu, names, describes and provides information about the most important schools at that time, resolves the possible conflict over the date and place of origin of Jujutsu and gives us some stories and anecdotes of famous masters of the koryu Jujutsu.AUTHORS: BRUCE R. BETHERS, JOSE CARACENA AND GABRIEL GARCÍACOLOR BOOK

Do you find it hard to start a conversation and even harder maintaining it? Or maybe you feel like speechless and run out of words each time you meet new people? What if tell you that there is nothing wrong with you? What if I tell you that mastering conversations is a skill and you can easily acquire it? Those people you see acting with confidence and smoothly leading conversations are not born with that. In fact, many of the famous conservationists were at one point dead loss in conversations. Look, If you feel like the questions above somehow relate to you, I'd like to warmly welcome you and congratulate you. Lucky you! You have just stumbled onto the best resource to master conversations. In this book, I will walk you through some of the best tips and tricks that helped me personally strike up any conversations with anyone, anytime and anywhere. Here is the deal, In the book, you won't find me talking about some rocket science stuff or very complicated advice. No. I will simply outline some of the techniques I personally used and had so much success with. I will show you how you can easily start a conversation and break that uncomfortable ice. I will then walk you through the best ways to successfully maintain it. And how to make people cling you you like crazy. And most importantly, I will show you how to do all of that, without doing much of the talking and at times, without uttering a single word. If you are ready to change your social life, I am here to help.

Dogs Coloring Book is a fun coloring book for kids that like dogs . Filled with more than 28 large prints, this book will bring their imagination with fascinating creature. Coloring is a highly effective way in unleashing your child''s imagination and creativity. It also promotes self-expression that is useful in learning. Kids would definitely love Dogs Coloring Book.

Going paleo may be difficult, but there are a lot of creative minds out there who have made things easy for you!This book collates 30 of the easiest and best-tasting autoimmune paleo recipes that are perfect for starting your day. No matter what your preferences are -- meat, soup, skillets, sweets, even yogurt and smoothies -- there is something in store for you in this book.Breakfast has been proven to be the most important meal of the day, so there is nothing like real food to wake you up. Read on, eat heartily, and enjoy your AIP lifestyle!

This book was written to help the absolute beginner, whether child or adult learn to play in a simple and easy way that requires no knowledge of reading music.Important! The keys' color of your musical instrument must be the same as the color of the scheme below. The color chromatic scale in this book corresponds to the popular Chroma-Notes® color system.C (Do) - RedD (Re) - OrangeE (Mi) - YellowF (Fa) - Light GreenG (Sol) - AquamarineA (La) - PurpleB (Ti) - Dark PinkC8 (Do) - RedThere are 3 levels in this e-book.Level 1. Play by a color circle. Level 2. Get acquainted with the musical staff. Learn the places of each note on a staff. No note durations (note length) here.Level 3. Play by a classic note on a musical staff. Here is the "adult" musical notation: clef, duration, rests, and connection of the notes, but the helpful color circles and letters are still above the notes.Each song was adapted for the newbie and has just 8 notes (one octave).At the end of the book, you will also find simple puzzles that will make reading notes easier.ContentsLevel 1Hot Cross BunsLondon Bridge is Falling DownThe Wheels on the BusMary Had a Little LambRow, Row, Row your BoatOld MacDonald Had a FarmAre You Sleeping?We Wish You a Merry ChristmasHappy BirthdayTen Little FingersJingle BellsLa CucarachaBrahms LullabyDo You Know the Muffin Man?Ode to JoyLevel 2Ding Dong DiggiDiggiDongAcka BackaMiss Mary MackTwinkle, Twinkle Little StarA Hunting We Will GoThe Mulberry BushOld Mother HubbardHumpty DumptyLevel 3It's RainingAlphabet SongMy HatThis Old ManFive Little DucksBaby Bumble BeeCobbler, Mend My ShoesAppendixMusic SymbolsMusic Note ValuesMatch the Letters to the KeysGuess, What Songs Are They Singing?What Songs These Trains Are Carrying?

The Creative Haven Creative Christmas Coloring Book is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. With a variety of festive designs, this coloring book is sure to provide hours of entertainment for both children and adults alike. Some of the fun designs that you can expect to find in this book include:Santa Claus: This jolly old soul is a staple of the Christmas season, and you'll find plenty of different designs featuring him in this coloring book. Whether he's delivering presents, sipping hot cocoa, or just saying "ho ho ho," there's something for everyone when it comes to Santa Claus.Christmas Tree: No holiday would be complete without a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, and this coloring book has plenty of them to choose from. Whether you prefer a traditional green tree with colorful ornaments or something a little more unique, you're sure to find a design that speaks to you.Snowman: What's winter without some frosty fun? This coloring book features a variety of snowman designs, from cute and cuddly to silly and whimsical. You can even mix and match different snowman parts to create your own custom snowman creation.So grab your favorite coloring supplies and get ready to spread some holiday cheer with the Creative Haven Creative Christmas Coloring Book!

If you're looking for a fun and engaging activity for your kids, the Jungle Adventure Coloring Book is the perfect choice. This coloring book is not only a great way to keep your kids entertained, but it also provides a variety of benefits for their development. Here are some reasons why the Jungle Adventure Coloring Book is a must-have for your kids:Enhances creativity: Coloring stimulates the imagination and encourages creativity. Your kids will have the opportunity to color exotic animals and plants they may have never seen before, allowing them to explore their artistic abilities.Improves fine motor skills: Coloring requires precision and attention to detail, which helps improve fine motor skills. Your kids will develop better hand-eye coordination and dexterity as they color within the lines.Promotes relaxation: Coloring has been shown to have a calming effect on the mind and body, making it a great activity for your kids to wind down after a long day.Encourages learning: The Jungle Adventure Coloring Book is not only fun, but it's also educational. Your kids will learn about different animals and plants that they may not have been exposed to before, expanding their knowledge and understanding of the natural world.So why not give your kids the gift of adventure with the Jungle Adventure Coloring Book? They'll have a blast exploring the jungle and encountering exciting creatures, all while developing important skills and knowledge.

Drømmer du om drager? Så er dette den voksne malebog for dig!Hold vejret, mens du træder ind i dragernes fantastiske verden med denne fængslende malebog for voksne! Lad din fantasi få frit løb, mens du udforsker siderne fyldt med indviklede og detaljerede illustrationer af disse majestætiske skabninger.

Each page contains a Taylor Swift song lyric, followed by a writing prompt inspired by the lyric. Thirty-one lyrics in total for a month long journal challenge into self-discovery covering topics of childhood, love, loss, hopes, and dreams.

My first book as an amateur poet holds pages full of passion and heartfelt emotion that many can relate to. A hopeless romantics perfect choice.connect with the author on instagram! @arielwestjrAlso check out 'the need of light and you' a poetry collection on the journey of healing and love within modern dating.