By Masayuki Hisataka. Large Book in Dust Jacket chipped at top, inner hinges a little weak, First Edition 1976, Black and White Photographs, illustrations, 296 Pages, Published By Japan Publications Inc USA. A Very Good Copy. Desirable Martial Arts Book. 'This book contains a complete treatment of the technical and philosophical aspects of Shorinjiryu Kenkokan Karatedo, which is characterized by an extremely high level of systematic and scientific development. Karate, a manifestation of a distinctly oriental intellectual approach, has a long history as a method with two purposes. First, it trains the individual to defend himself and to protect the interests of justice. Second, it disciplines the mind with the ultimate aim of spiritual enlightenment Realising the importance of the old and the new, the author of this book offers a complete commentary on the karatedo heritage from the past and an analysis of techniques and spiritual elements in terms suited to the modern scientific age. Karate is a complete combat system including throws, joint holds, and techniques involving the use of weapons. Furthermore, all of these various elements are interrelated within the total karatedo system. For this reason it is impossible to discuss karate adequately by presenting only one or two of its component parts' Classic work. Hard to find and desirable.