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Self-defense is only an illusion, a dark cloak beneath which lurks a razor-sharp dagger waiting to be plunged into the first unwary victim.
Whoever declares that any weapon manufactured today, whether it be a nuclear missle or a .38 special, is created for self-defense should look a little more closely at his own image in the mirror. Either he is a liar or is deceiving himself.
Wing Chun kung fu is a very sophisticated weapon--nothing else. It is a science of combat, the intent of which is the total incapacitation of an opponent. It is straightforward, efficient and deadly. If you're looking to learn self-defense, don't study Wing Chun. It would be better for you to master the art of invisibility
- Wong Shun Leung
Obviously I am going to say it is a good book, but if you go to my site and check out the reviews, they are all 100% real people. The book has been reviewed by very credible sources, including Black Belt magazine.
Many people who post at the forum at www.jiu-jitsu.net also own the book, so you might want to post this question there.
I have studied from the Renzo\Royler Book. Not having any formal BJJ training, I was able to understand the techniques I have studied fairly well and get them to work on the mat.
Who knows if my technique is correct or not, but I have spent a lot of time training from this book and I found it easy and interesting to read, understand, and study.
I have not read the other book listed on this thread.
The Master Text is definitely worth the money. It is by far the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu refrence book out there and you will not be disapointed.
There are alot of illustrated techniques, more than any other grappling book that I have seen thus far. The photos look good and the descrption of the techniques are great as well.
Not bad for someone who is posting for the very first time. I trust you implicitly and will definitely be buying a copy today. Anything else you'd like to sell me while I have my credit card out????
"Not bad for someone who is posting for the very first time. I trust you implicitly and will definitely be buying a copy today."
Actually, I bought the book when it first came out. I had previously bought one of the earlier versions of Gene's book which I thought was good, so I decided to buy the master text.
Also, I've been lurking on this board for quite some time. I just post or reply to threads if i have something to contribute.
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