Taekwondo - by Doug Cook (Paperback)

About the Book

"Achieving physical and spiritual enrichment through disciplined practice"--Cover.

Book Synopsis

TAEKWONDO IS A JOURNEY...

This book, in seven parts, offers you the opportunity to visit the garden that is Taekwondo. Discover what it means to be a steadfast practitioner, understand Taekwondo's honorable past, and prosper in the confidence and purpose that Taekwondo offers to all that participate.

By following Taekwondo's path and developing its indomitable spirit, you-the Taekwondo traveler-will see the 'Do' or the Way. Learn how to cultivate a natural harmony and rhythm to life, be able to distinguish right from wrong, and be equipped to defend against that which might harm what you hold most sacred.

TAEKWONDO IS A PATH TO EXCELLENCE...

Review Quotes

"Skillfully written invitation to explore the oft-neglected traditional and philosophical aspects of Taekwondo. Refreshing!"--John Donohue, Ph.D. Anthropology, best-selling author

"The most comprehensive tribute to the traditional art of Taekwondo. You are a voice that must be heard!"--Philip Ameris, 7th dan, Action International Martial Arts Association

About the Author

Doug Cook holds a 6th Dan Black Belt in the Korean martial art of taekwondo and is certified as an instructor and in rank by the United States Taekwondo Association and the Kukkiwon. He is the author of three best-selling books focusing on taekwondo entitled, Taekwondo: A Path to Excellence, Taekwondo: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Warrior and Traditional Taekwondo: Core Techniques, History, and Philosophy, a finalist in ForeWord magazine's Book of the Year Award.