Inscribed by author on title page. This book represents over 1900 years of historical research, travel, observation and personal participation. Documentation of these arts have been supplemented with interviews with some of the last surviving Masters. Their daring exploits serve to illustrate the most deadly fighting systems that the world has known. This volume is illustrated with over 750 photographs and drawings and written by one of the most respected martial artists in the world. Book is in good condition. Previous owner's name written on inside cover. Moderate soiling on cover. Moderate rubbing along bottom edge of spine.