![]() There, too, he wrote as he moved and as he spoke: with directness and with honesty. Immobilized for several months with an injured back, he picked up a pen. Bruce Lee’s orchestration of martial arts had that quality, which was most apparent in his combat motion. In the hands of a singular man, simple things carefully placed ring with an undeniable harmony. The pages are best used for cleaning up a mess, as you will see. And when you’ve reached that point of understanding, discard this book. When you have finished this book, you will know Bruce Lee better, and hopefully, you will also know yourself better. You probably will have many questions, the answers you must seek within yourself. If you can read it in this light, there is much to be aware of on these pages. He intended it as a record of one man’s way of thinking and as a guide, not a set of instructions. He did not intend it to be a “how to” book or a “learn kung fu in 10 easy lessons” book. He also vacillated about the advisability of publishing his work because he felt it might be used for wrong purposes. Many of Bruce’s own theories are directly related to those expressed by these writers.īruce had decided to finish this book in 1971, but his film work kept him from completing it. Haislet, Julio Martinez Castello, Hugo and James Castello and Roger Crosnier. Bruce’s personal study notes reveal that he was particularly impressed by the writings of Edwin L. The bulk of these writings was done at this time, but many scattered notes were recorded at earlier and later times. ![]() He stayed in bed, virtually flat on his back for six months, but he couldn’t keep his mind from working-the result of which is this book. This was probably the most trying and dispiriting time in Bruce’s life. His doctors ordered him to discontinue the practice of martial arts and to remain in bed to allow his back to heal. In 1970, Bruce sustained a rather severe injury to his back. His principle source was his personal library, which consisted of over 2,000 books that dealt with all forms of physical conditioning, martial arts, fighting techniques, defenses and related subjects. In his lifelong quest for self-knowledge and personal expression, Bruce was constantly studying, analyzing and modifying all available, relative information. The pages of this book represent a look into his life’s work. He trained his mind through reading and reflection, and he recorded his thoughts and ideas constantly over those 19 years. He trained his body through exercise and practice. Over the next 19 years, he transformed his knowledge into a science, an art, a philosophy and a way of life. At the age of 13, Bruce started lessons in the wing chun style of gung fu for the purpose of self-defense. My husband Bruce always considered himself a martial artist first and an actor second. This book is dedicated to the free, creative martial artist: “Research your own experience absorb what is useful, reject what is useless and add what is essentially y our own.” Neither Ohara Publications nor the author make any representation or warranty regarding the legality or appropriateness of any technique mentioned in this book. Specific self-defense responses illustrated in this book may not be justified in any particular situation in view of all of the circumstances or under applicable federal, state or local law. It is essential that you consult a physician regarding whether or not to attempt any technique described in this book. You may be injured if you apply or train in the techniques illustrated in this book and neither Ohara Publications nor the author is responsible for any such injury that may result. ![]() ![]() Neither Ohara Publications nor the author make any representation, warranty or guarantee that the techniques described or illustrated in this book will be safe or effective in any self-defense situation or otherwise. Warning: This book is presented only as a means of preserving a unique aspect of the heritage of the martial arts. Originally Translated by David Koong Pak SenĮdited by Kris Storti, Sarah Dzida, Atina Hartunian, Jeannine Santiago Originally Edited by Linda Lee Caldwell and Gil Johnson Copyright © 1975, © 2011 Bruce Lee Enterprises LLCīRUCE LEE ®, the Bruce Lee likeness, quotes of Bruce Lee and all related indicia are trademarks and copyrights of Bruce Lee Enterprises LLC. ![]()
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