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Classical Kata of Okinawan Karate
by Patrick McCarthy
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Paperback - 255 pages (June 1987)
Ohara Publications; ISBN: 0897501136;
Dimensions (in inches): 0.56 x 8.85 x 5.88
"Classical Kata," is a highly informative book for its time. Published during the mid-80's, we did not know as much then as we do today about the history and meaning of karatedo. I think the collection of photos is simply outstanding as is written text highly informative. I particularly liked "we need our lives to becomes as much a product of the art, as the art is a product of our lives." As far as the actual kata are concerned, they are typically Richard Kim's interpretation of Okinawan kata and must therefore be seen as such. The book was a best seller for many years and inspired countless thousands of serious karateka on their journey. Since that time many other great books have been written, including Mr. McCarthy's unprecedented publication entitled the Bubishi.