Descendents of the Dragon Bruce Lee's art of Jeet Kune Do has ridden the waves of controversy since his death in 1973. From the backyard of Dan Inosanto to the magazine pages of Black Belt and Inside Kung Fu, Jeet Kune Do has become many things to different people. From its early days of being known as Jun Fan Gung Fu to its later incarnation as 'Jeet Kune Do' and then 'JKD Concepts', 'JKD Strategies', 'Combative JKD' and 'Original JKD' (to mention a few) the art has continued to thrive under several different original Lee students. As time marches on ...

What is an eating disorder? What are the symptoms? What causes them? And is full recovery possible? Eating disorders are a growing issue - at least 2% of females are now struggling with an eating disorder and studies amongst some groups such as teenage girls reveal much higher rates. This accessible and practical book helps readers to come to a full understanding of eating disorders and the various stages involved in recovery. It is essential reading for sufferers, their family and friends and also the interested reader. Writing from her experience of working ...

The Mask Lifted is a novel written by Erving Campbell and originally published in 1873. The story follows the life of a young woman named Edith, who is forced to wear a mask to hide a facial deformity. Despite her physical appearance, Edith is intelligent, kind, and talented, and she catches the attention of a wealthy young man named Arthur. Over time, the two fall in love, but their happiness is threatened by the presence of a jealous and manipulative woman who wants Arthur for herself. As the plot unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the characters must confront ...

""A Dictionary Of The Most Important Names, Objects, And Terms, Found In The Holy Scriptures"" is a comprehensive reference book written by Howard Malcom in 1843. The book provides a detailed explanation of the most important names, objects, and terms mentioned in the Bible, including both the Old and New Testaments. It covers a wide range of topics, including biblical history, geography, and theology, and provides valuable insights into the cultural and historical context of the Bible. The book is organized alphabetically, making it easy to navigate and ...

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When the body of the British Home Secretary's son is found in an alleyway where he had been battered to death, Larry Dexxman, a seventy-five year old private detective is thrown into the middle of a political minefield that could easily cost him his life. His only protection is Sally, a tiny Shih-tsu/Yorkshire terrier cross, Penny his twenty-four-year-old assistant and his own combat experience gained in the armed forces fifty years ago. Narrowly surviving several attempts on his life, Larry must try to protect those around him while, at the same time ...

When Anthony C. West’s first collection, River’s End and Other Stories , appeared, the reviewer in the Oxford Mail (August 11, 1960) described reading it as “quite an experience. Like a kick in the guts from a jack-booted leprechaun.” The image is apt. West powerfully united violence, decay, and corruption with natural, fanciful, poetic, and spiritual beauty. The combination is the complex, contradictory texture of life itself, of course, and West had a genius for making the reader see and feel it. Through the senses, he reached ...

""From Berlin to Bagdad: Behind the Scenes in the Near East"" is a historical book written by George Abel Schreiner in 1918. The book provides an insightful and detailed account of the author's experiences during his travels from Berlin to Bagdad, covering the events that occurred during World War I. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experiences as a correspondent for the New York Times, and it offers a unique perspective on the war's impact on the Middle East.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect ...