Martial Arts History Books

Children's Storybook - Fox Borrows the Tiger's Awe by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
These four illustrated stories are based upon the oral folktales of China that Dr. Yang heard while growing up. For children 7 -12.

Children's Storybook - Mask of the King by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming
These four illustrated stories are based upon the oral folktales of China that Dr. Yang heard while growing up. For ages 7 - 12.

Kata and the Transmission of Knowledge In Traditional Martial Arts by Michael Rosenbaum
It is the transmission of martial knowledge, through kata and other forms of communication that this book explores. The author reveals that prearranged fighting techniques were used by ancient Greeks, Egyptian, Asian, and European societies. Impressive sourcing and end-notes.

The Fighting Arts: Their Evolution from Secret Societies to Modern Times by Michael Rosenbaum
This book traces the evolution of the martial arts from the ‘old worlds’ through today’s modern times. Expounds on cultural influences, differences between civilian and military warfare, myths and legends, segmentation of the arts in modern cultures and a discussion of the realities of terrorism.