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The Tao of Gung Fu: A Study in the Way of Chinese Martial Art (Bruce Lee Library) |  | Authors: Bruce Lee, John Little
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 126369
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1st
Pages: 200
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Dimensions (in): 12.4 x 5.9 x 0.6
ISBN: 0804831106
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.8159
UPC: 676251831108
EAN: 9780804831109
ASIN: 0804831106
Publication Date: November 15, 1997
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This is the book that Bruce Lee had intended to publish as an in-depth follow up to his Chinese Gung Fu. Prior to his death, he had written the majority of the text, which explores such topics as yin-yang as it applies to martial arts, Eastern and Western fitness methodologies, and martial arts and self-defense techniques. The manuscript was completed by martial arts expert John Little in cooperation with the Bruce Lee estate. 100+ photos.
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 Who knew such a great entertainer had such great knowledge? November 19, 2009
The Big Unit7000 (Big Apple)
To describe this as merely a martial arts book or fighting techniques is a tremendous underestimation of the wisdom that pervaded the mind of Mr. Lee. The indelible impression that Bruce Lee left upon the world is only becoming more pronounced as time goes by.
In the spirit of Jeet Kune Do, the most efficient and natural fighting technique and philosophy, I will simply say this: A must-read for anyone interested in either improving anything about their life, or simply their understanding of life. Whatever you do for a living, or if you are a student, do yourself a favor and get this book.
If you are looking for a synopsis or further description from me - I'm sorry in this case I can't do that. You will just have to get the book for yourself and experience the cream of a culture which is thousands of years older and wiser than our own.
We are lucky Bruce Lee came to the U.S. Another reason to not take for granted, even in these dark times, the tremendous freedoms of the United States.
Bruce Lee's timeless resonance will continue to live on in the hearts and minds of millions for as long as humanity has access to these great materials. Be proud you are allowed access to this kind of tremendous accomplishment.
I would also like to personally thank the authors and contributors to this book, and others in the series, for publishing and otherwise making Bruce Lee's work available posthumously. One of the most interesting and useful contributions to the best of the best list of all time.
A philosophical look at a physical art. May 1, 2005
L. Davis (Indiana USA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Bruce Lee was an amazing person, able to blend the physical beauty of the body with the philosophical beauty of the mind and create the true essence of martial art. In the Tao of Gung Fu, Bruce Lee devotes individual attention to philosophical and physical aspects of his form. His main attention is on Wing Chung, the style of Gung Fu that he himself studied under a Chinese master. Bruce devotes most of the first part of the book to basics and philosophical principles of Gung Fu, including the redirecting of the opponents energy to use it against him.
I would recommend this book to most practitioners, and those that are considering getting into martial arts. The second half of the book covers some basic techniques, stances, stretches, exercises, and practices, while the last twenty or thirty pages include personal quotes, answered questions, and biographies of some of the old masters.
This book is good for beginners because it gives them an insight into the art and some of the things it will take to be successful. It also allows them to understand some of the basic philosophies of the martial arts.
Those with practice will enjoy this book because it goes into some of the more interesting aspects of the art and is written eloquently by one of the greatest martial artists in history.
This should be added to most martial art libraries. I've practiced multiple styles for nearly ten years and find that this book is an invaluable resource to study and train with.
 Bruce Lee Tao of Gung Fu January 31, 2005
Gunitmaine (California, Bellfower ca)
0 out of 6 found this review helpful
The book Bruce Lee the Tao of Gung Fu was a good book because Bruce Lee hiself teaches you how to protect yourself from dangerous people. Also the style is gung fu a weapon to becoming a great skill fighter. Bruce Lee is one of the best in teaching
When and where to srike a person that is trying to take you down. But Bruce Lee doesent want his learners to just be using the style on any body just use it when needed. Their is three types of Gung Fu you can learn but to do so you have to be very fucus to learn step by step. Reading this book told me alot I didnt know.
I recomend this book to anybody or everybody because this book was good it taught me stuff that I never knew befor. I now that if somebody read this book they will feel the same way as me. If you like book that teaches you things then I recomend that you just give this book a try beacuse Bruce hisself puts hard work in makeing the reader's relax and enjoy the book. So yes I would recomend this book once again.
Get The Real Message August 25, 2004
Karen F. Wynn (Port Chester, NY, USA)
6 out of 9 found this review helpful
This is a good book in that a reader can get a clearer idea of who Bruce Lee was. One reviewer was quite rude and unfair to Bruce Lee, took offense to the man as though he had written the book. Bruce Lee's writings were made into a book, Bruce Lee did not write nor construct the book. So appreciating that fact, it's fair to say that a reader gets a pretty good idea as to what type of prerson Bruce Lee was. Bruce Lee did study philosphy and he shared a lot of what he learned from others as well as his own personal views and opinions. Any true Bruce Lee fan knows Bruce never presented himself as "the one who knew everything" he tried to inspire and/or guide people to be themselves, find the true meaning of themselves an not be fixed, labeled, a copy, tied to any set thing or boxed into something with no way for self expression. And not just to be applied to the Martial Arts but in life as well. I think the insulting reader was confused by the deeper meaning of Bruce's writings and what he preceived to be "Bruce the great philosopher". The reader didn't get the real message, that if there is value in any book, as there is with this book (better insight and inspiration)then it should be recommended. Bruce Lee's writings should be appreciated for the content of what was originally from Bruce, his writings in this book should be looked upon to help people gain a better understanding of the thoughts and principles that guided him-Bruce Lee. If some people are inspired to follow his principles or those of whom he learned from, I think that's the point. If a reader has already made up in his or her mind that Bruce Lee's writings are not "real philosophy" or at least based on "real philosophy" then don't buy the book. In my opinion, this book would still be a good book no matter whose writings they were.
Interesting July 2, 2004
aj68510 (Texas, USA)
2 out of 7 found this review helpful
Fame brings out jaleousy in some people. Bruce Lee was one of the greatest martial art authority and expert known to the world. Anyone with at least some basic spiritual understanding of chinese Kung Fu could just not write with total disrespect about Lee no matter what he/she has to say. In fact the reviewer below despite his belief of the contrary and maybe years of training betrays in his own words his own frustration and a total lack of measure. He sadly belongs with the novices.
One thing indeniable about Bruce Lee is that he got something right and beware if you only look at the surface you might simply miss it. Real skills lie deep beneath the surface. I recommend reading this book
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