Considered by many to be the father of modern karated_, Funakoshi Gichin (1868Ð1957) is undoubtedly one of the most important pioneers of modern karate, both as a martial art and as a sport practised by millions of people around the world. This book is his first annotated bibliography, which will be of use not only to martial arts scholars, but also to readers, collectors, museums, archives, and libraries. It lists more than 30 of his works and also provides an overview of available translations and commentaries. The whole compilation is based on an extensive literature search and review of the most relevant primary and secondary sources.
"Thomas Feldmann's new study is a significant contribution to the research on karated_ and will undoubtedly encourage further scholarly exploration and understanding of the art." -- Prof. Dr. Heiko Bittmann, Kanazawa University
"Celebrated German karate historian Thomas Feldmann delivers a meticulously researched and invaluable resource on one of this art's most influential pioneers, Funakoshi Gichin. With scholarly precision and deep martial arts insight, this work provides the most comprehensive annotated bibliography of FunakoshiÕs writings to date. A must-read for martial arts historians, practitioners, and collectors alike, this book fills a long-overdue gap in karate scholarship." -- Patrick McCarthy, International Ryukyu Karate Research Society
"Another example of Thomas Feldmann's unique skill set: great research, industriousness, and attention to detail. Recommended! (once again)." -- Graham Noble, independent researcher and writer
"Thomas Feldmann has outdone himself again! No matter what system of Karate you practice, you have no doubt heard of Funakoshi Gichin Ð and this is a comprehensive list of the known publications of arguably the most prolific Karate writer (and teacher) of his era!" -- Joe Swift, T_ky_ Mushinkan, Funakoshi Gichin, Japan, Karate, Okinawa, Books, Ryukyu, Thomas Feldmann| 9781326552381 | 85PAGES