The Leading eBooks Store Online
for Kindle Fire, Apple, Android, Nook, Kobo, PC, Mac, Sony Reader...
Most popular at the top
The Wing Chun Compendium, Volume One
North Atlantic Books 2012; US$ 37.95The Wing Chun Compendium explains the theory of wing chun from a technical, lifestyle, and philosophical perspective. Written by Wayne Belonoha?a certified Ving Tsun Instructor and National Certified Coach, 7th Level, Master Degree?the compendium offers hundreds of tips and techniques specifically designed to help readers advance to the next stage.... more...
Three Second Fighter
Summersdale Publishers Ltd. 2005; US$ 17.99The majority of attacks/fights last less than three seconds and are preceded by aggressive or disarming behaviour. This book trains you to read the body language and ritual of attack and 'stop' your attacker in his tracks by using a physical and psychological 'fence' or a cripple-shooting attack. The book also covers 'ambush attacks' and 'match fighting'. more...
The Bite Fight
Triumph Books 2013; US$ 24.99The infamous boxing match between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield on June 28, 1997, was like none other in the sport?s history, and this insightful account of the anticipation, the gruesome fight itself, and the ongoing aftermath of that one night reveals just how much of an impact it really made. The rivals met for a rematch that would never be... more...
Successful Boxing
Crowood 2013; US$ 17.49Successful Boxing is the ultimate training manual for aspiring boxers. This indispensable resource shares tips and suggestions on how to improve skills and maximize performance. With inspiration and advice from World Champions Sergio Martinez, Saul Alvarez, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and a foreword by legendary World Champion Juan Manuel Marquez, using... more...
Vom Rotlicht ins Rampenlicht: Frauenboxen in Deutschland
Diplomica Verlag 2012; US$ 49.59Hauptbeschreibung Das Jahr 2012 ist ein bedeutendes für das internationale Frauenboxen. Denn im Sommer dieses Jahres feiern Amateurboxerinnen ihr olympisches Debüt. Bislang stellte diese Sportart die einzige olympische Disziplin dar, die ausschließlich Männern vorbehalten war. Die von der AIBA (International Amateur Boxing Association) entfachte... more...
Fencer's Start-Up
Tracks Publishing 2010; US$ 9.99Debunking the sport’s rumored reputation of being outdated, this newly revised edition explores the ancient yet powerfully rich and entertaining art of fencing. Covering Olympic-style foil, epee, and saber methods, this comprehensive guide also features tips on safety, etiquette, and technique. With a brief history on the sport and an updated... more...
Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner
University of California Press 2012; US$ 34.95In his day, Jack Johnson?born in Texas, the son of former slaves?was the most famous black man on the planet. As the first African American World Heavyweight Champion (1908?1915), he publicly challenged white supremacy at home and abroad, enjoying the same audacious lifestyle of conspicuous consumption, masculine bravado, and interracial love wherever... more...
Chokes and Strangles
Summersdale Publishers Ltd. 2004; US$ 17.99Ground fighting is one of the most underestimated and yet devastatingly ferocious of all the martial arts. 95% of all street fights that are not over within the first 3 seconds end up on the floor - are you prepared? more...
Fighting from Your Back
Summersdale Publishers Ltd. 2004; US$ 17.99Most fighters' worst nightmare is being pinned on their back. This book deals with defences and attacks from that position and shows that it can often be a favourable position when you have the knowledge. It shows you how to escape and finish with strikes, chokes, broken strangles, bars and butts. more...
Martial Arts of the World
ABC-CLIO 2002; US$ 185.00Hollywood popularizes the martial arts in its own image - violence, glitz, and gore. But do you know the stories behind the martial arts systems? The rich history of the disciplines? These books set out to answer these questions and more. more...









