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Zen in the Martial Arts
- Narrated by: Jim Meskimen
- Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 07-16-14
- Language: English
- Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.
Regular price: $13.96
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"A man who has attained mastery of an art reveals it in his every action." - Samurai maxim
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- Tanith
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Great insights
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- Stephen W.
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THIS BOOK IS ESSENTIAL!
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This book is simple, profound, and elegant. I cannot recommend it enough.
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Excellent book about the true spirit of martial arts
This is a great book about the spirit of the martial arts. It will not make you kick higher or turn you into a monk but it will show you how martial arts is not just exercise but a way for the mind, body and spirit to interact.
I have listened to it multiple times.
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- Michael Beck
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short and sweet will probably re-listen, many gems
there were alot of gems worth absorbing in this little book. it was absolutely worth it for q martial artist :)
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- Chuck J.
- 09-17-18
One of my all time favs
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Martial Arts
Great background for learning Martial Arts. I enjoyed the mental aspects of the art the author worked thru.
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- Raven Eastwoid
- 06-29-18
A great book for anyone
The book conveys each message strongly and is a great read. I believe each principle discussed can be applied to not only martial arts and sports, but to life. I highly recommend this book to anyone pursuing "zen".
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- Jeri
- 03-17-18
awesome
Had this book since I was in 5th grade and read it many times. it shows the real mental ways of martial arts.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-17-18
Insightful
Loved the insight on martial arts AND how it can pertain to daily life as well
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- Will Whitefield
- 12-02-17
Excellent audio book.
A great book for both martial artist and those who are looking to pursue zen in their lives. Highly recommended.