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Providing in-depth theory and practical application of the Philippine arts of arnis, kali, and escrima, this series demonstrates an engaging array of self-defense methods. Topics covered include both single and double-stick tactics, knife applications, proper holds, applied footwork, blocking and counterstrikes, and coordination drills. Each volume also features high-energy sequences that clearly correlate Philippine fighting techniques with real-world scenarios such as car-window attacks, ATM assaults, chokes from behind, and many more.

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Heading further down the warrior’s path while delving into both the ancient and modern history of ninjutsu, the topics include combat training drills, the emergence and techniques of female ninja agents, exercises to increase awareness, and the goton-po theory of escape and invisibility. The concise writing and numerous photographs make the subject matter clear to the experienced martial artist and the novice.

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The techniques and methods that form the basis of military and combat defensive training are detailed in this insightful guide from a personal protection expert. Chapters provide instruction on knife defense, unarmed fighting, weapon retention, and arrest and control techniques. Police and military personnel as well as self-defense instructors and students at all levels will benefit from simple instructions and step-by-step exercises.

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South Seas islanders had little access to metals or precious stones, so they crafted superlative and fabled adornments from nature. They created currencies and ground-breaking trading networks that nurtured relationships and redefined value. This is their story.

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In this classic text, wing chun master William Cheung unravels the mystery behind the elusive energy of chi. He provides exercises to increase and direct the flow of chi and explains how chi affects the body, the philosophy behind the famous yin-yang symbol, pressure points and the 32 meridians, the principles behind dim mak (the often misunderstood “death touch”), and more. This book is a must-read not only for kung fu practitioners but also for anyone interested in Eastern philosophy.

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This exhibition catalogue from renowned street art expert Magda Danysz introduces the reader to the most important street artists worldwide, offering an overview of the most important styles and techniques. With her own gallery having operated between Shanghai, London and Paris for the last decade, Danysz uses her expertise to shine a spotlight on urban art in Southeast Asia for the first time. The catalogue presents exciting new talents, such as Felipe Pantone, whose work is also featured on the book cover. New works - created for the show and featured in the book - illustrate the vitality and diversity of the Street Art movement and its relevance today.

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Conceived by Ivory Serra for Drago's 36 Chambers series, The Serra Effect is an immersive tracking shot of the characters and idols of neo-pop culture portrayed in their most natural environment: the spectacle society. In the words of Peter Beard, the images presented in this book are "absolutely classic and strangely unique." The icons immortalised by Serra include Umberto Eco, Elisabeth Hurley, Tony Alva, Andy Warhol, Tommy Guerrero, Tony Hawk, Aaron Rose, Mark Gonzales, Harold Hunter, James Taylor, Richard Serra, Jonas Mekas, Colin McKay, Phil Frost, Alanis Morrissette, Peter Gabriel, David Bowie, Moby, Stacey Peralta, Rodney Torres, Barry McGee, Tom Sachs, Robert Plants, Philip Glass, Wu Tang, Moorcheeba, Avril Lavigne and Lenny Kravitz. The artist chooses to present each of these lively, iconic portraits adjacent to images of arbitrary and still objects in a stunning display of Serra's inimitable style.

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Volume 1 includes warm-up and stretching techniques, line drills, and an abdominal workout. It also covers basic kicks (round kicks, fast kicks, side kicks, back kicks, the spinning back-hook kick, the ax kick and motion drills), multiple kicks, and paddle and box drills.

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The ocean is the womb of all life on earth. It is beautiful and bizarre, violent and mysterious. Inhabited by a cast of characters stolen from fantasy, it's a dystopian world where dragons are real, and monsters are commonplace. Today's spectacular marine life has an ancient history preserved in stone - fossil strata that read like dramatic pages from the longest story ever told - tales of evolution, extinction, and surprising continuity. Having thrived a tumultuous 500 million years, this marine kingdom is now challenged by a new, arrogant and domineering life form. This book looks beyond the media focus on climate change and extinction to celebrate the continuity of ocean life. I'll take you on a personal journey to explore origins and destinies, from primordial soup to today's threatened oceans - towards a future we can influence. We always have a choice.

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