Author: Allen Chinn
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557115728
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Describing 45 years of martial arts experience and the influences that helped shape him, Kung-Fu Grandmaster Allen J. Chinn tells his story. In a time when little was known about the secret art of Kung-Fu, an eight year old searched to find life's lessons in the Chinese martial arts. This book gives insight into his experiences as a martial artist, but also describes what it was like growing up as an Asian American in South Seattle's Beacon Hill. His life experiences and personal thoughts provide the reader an understanding of what makes a 21st century Kung-Fu Grandmaster. Finally, this book demonstrates that if you desire something enough, you can achieve it. The seemingly impossible can become possible.
A Kung-Fu Master's Journey
Author: Allen Chinn
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557115728
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Describing 45 years of martial arts experience and the influences that helped shape him, Kung-Fu Grandmaster Allen J. Chinn tells his story. In a time when little was known about the secret art of Kung-Fu, an eight year old searched to find life's lessons in the Chinese martial arts. This book gives insight into his experiences as a martial artist, but also describes what it was like growing up as an Asian American in South Seattle's Beacon Hill. His life experiences and personal thoughts provide the reader an understanding of what makes a 21st century Kung-Fu Grandmaster. Finally, this book demonstrates that if you desire something enough, you can achieve it. The seemingly impossible can become possible.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557115728
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Describing 45 years of martial arts experience and the influences that helped shape him, Kung-Fu Grandmaster Allen J. Chinn tells his story. In a time when little was known about the secret art of Kung-Fu, an eight year old searched to find life's lessons in the Chinese martial arts. This book gives insight into his experiences as a martial artist, but also describes what it was like growing up as an Asian American in South Seattle's Beacon Hill. His life experiences and personal thoughts provide the reader an understanding of what makes a 21st century Kung-Fu Grandmaster. Finally, this book demonstrates that if you desire something enough, you can achieve it. The seemingly impossible can become possible.
Kung Fu Masters
Author: Evonne Tsang
Publisher: Lerner Books [UK]
ISBN: 0761354050
Category : China
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Every 'Twisted Journeys' novel lets you control the action by choosing which path to follow. Which twists and turns will your journey take?
Publisher: Lerner Books [UK]
ISBN: 0761354050
Category : China
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Every 'Twisted Journeys' novel lets you control the action by choosing which path to follow. Which twists and turns will your journey take?
A Master's Journey
Author: Jerry Alan Johnson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780991569052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
My life story
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780991569052
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
My life story
Master of Kung Fu
Author: Richard Brightfield
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN: 9780836813098
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The reader chooses his own adventures on a trip to China for a kung fu tour.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
ISBN: 9780836813098
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The reader chooses his own adventures on a trip to China for a kung fu tour.
Peril at Summerland Park
Author: Paul D. Storrie
Publisher: Graphic Universe
ISBN: 0761349359
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
The reader's choices guide three teenagers as they explore the ruins of an amusement park with a shady history.
Publisher: Graphic Universe
ISBN: 0761349359
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
The reader's choices guide three teenagers as they explore the ruins of an amusement park with a shady history.
American Shaolin
Author: Matthew Polly
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101216840
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Bill Bryson meets Bruce Lee in this raucously funny story of one scrawny American’s quest to become a kung fu master at China’s legendary Shaolin Temple. Growing up a ninety-pound weakling tormented by bullies in the schoolyards of Kansas, young Matthew Polly dreamed of one day journeying to the Shaolin Temple in China to become the toughest fighter in the world, like Caine in his favorite 1970s TV series, Kung Fu. While in college, Matthew decided the time had come to pursue this quixotic dream before it was too late. Much to the dismay of his parents, he dropped out of Princeton to spend two years training with the legendary sect of monks who invented kung fu and Zen Buddhism. Expecting to find an isolated citadel populated by supernatural ascetics that he’d seen in countless badly dubbed chop-socky flicks, Matthew instead discovered a tacky tourist trap run by Communist party hacks. But the dedicated monks still trained in the rigorous age-old fighting forms—some even practicing the “iron kung fu” discipline, in which intensive training can make various body parts virtually indestructible (even the crotch). As Matthew grew in his knowledge of China and kung fu skill, he would come to represent the Temple in challenge matches and international competitions, and ultimately the monks would accept their new American initiate as close to one of their own as any Westerner had ever become. Laced with humor and illuminated by cultural insight, American Shaolin is an unforgettable coming-of-age tale of one young man’s journey into the ancient art of kung fu—and a funny and poignant portrait of a rapidly changing China.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101216840
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Bill Bryson meets Bruce Lee in this raucously funny story of one scrawny American’s quest to become a kung fu master at China’s legendary Shaolin Temple. Growing up a ninety-pound weakling tormented by bullies in the schoolyards of Kansas, young Matthew Polly dreamed of one day journeying to the Shaolin Temple in China to become the toughest fighter in the world, like Caine in his favorite 1970s TV series, Kung Fu. While in college, Matthew decided the time had come to pursue this quixotic dream before it was too late. Much to the dismay of his parents, he dropped out of Princeton to spend two years training with the legendary sect of monks who invented kung fu and Zen Buddhism. Expecting to find an isolated citadel populated by supernatural ascetics that he’d seen in countless badly dubbed chop-socky flicks, Matthew instead discovered a tacky tourist trap run by Communist party hacks. But the dedicated monks still trained in the rigorous age-old fighting forms—some even practicing the “iron kung fu” discipline, in which intensive training can make various body parts virtually indestructible (even the crotch). As Matthew grew in his knowledge of China and kung fu skill, he would come to represent the Temple in challenge matches and international competitions, and ultimately the monks would accept their new American initiate as close to one of their own as any Westerner had ever become. Laced with humor and illuminated by cultural insight, American Shaolin is an unforgettable coming-of-age tale of one young man’s journey into the ancient art of kung fu—and a funny and poignant portrait of a rapidly changing China.
Kung Fu Masters
Author: Evonne Tsang
Publisher: Graphic Universe ™
ISBN: 1467735809
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Will you succeed on an epic quest in ancient China, full of bandits, ghosts, and flying fists? Can you defeat your foes and become a master of martial arts? Every Twisted Journeys® graphic novel lets YOU control the action by choosing which path to follow. Which twists and turns will your journey take?
Publisher: Graphic Universe ™
ISBN: 1467735809
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Will you succeed on an epic quest in ancient China, full of bandits, ghosts, and flying fists? Can you defeat your foes and become a master of martial arts? Every Twisted Journeys® graphic novel lets YOU control the action by choosing which path to follow. Which twists and turns will your journey take?
Kung Fu Road Trip
Author:
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481404903
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Po and the Furious Five hit the road in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read based on a popular episode of Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness. The Dragon Warrior and the Furious Five aren’t getting along! Master Shifu has an idea to stop their bickering. Can a kung fu road trip to the Secret Museum of Kung Fu bring the gang closer together? Find out in this exciting Level 2 reader based on a favorite episode! Kung Fu Panda Legends of Awesomeness © 2014 Viacom International Inc. NICKELODEON and all related logos are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Based on the feature film “Kung Fu Panda” © 2008 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C. All Rights Reserved.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481404903
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Po and the Furious Five hit the road in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read based on a popular episode of Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness. The Dragon Warrior and the Furious Five aren’t getting along! Master Shifu has an idea to stop their bickering. Can a kung fu road trip to the Secret Museum of Kung Fu bring the gang closer together? Find out in this exciting Level 2 reader based on a favorite episode! Kung Fu Panda Legends of Awesomeness © 2014 Viacom International Inc. NICKELODEON and all related logos are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Based on the feature film “Kung Fu Panda” © 2008 DreamWorks Animation L.L.C. All Rights Reserved.
Kung-Fu Table Tennis
Author: Allen Chinn
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557433347
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Using his 46 years of knowledge and practical experience, Great Grandmaster Allen J. Chinn has successfully adapted Kung-Fu combat techniques and fighting philosophies to the sport of table tennis. Originally these techniques were used in table tennis play to keep up his Kung-Fu speed, and fine motor skills. Eventually the blending of Kung-Fu and table tennis became a natural innovation. The most popular racket sport in the world now had new strategies based on Kung-Fu philosophies that are centuries old. Whether you're a serious recreational player or a competitive tournament player, Kung-Fu Table Tennis will give you new insight on equipment, techniques and strategies.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557433347
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Using his 46 years of knowledge and practical experience, Great Grandmaster Allen J. Chinn has successfully adapted Kung-Fu combat techniques and fighting philosophies to the sport of table tennis. Originally these techniques were used in table tennis play to keep up his Kung-Fu speed, and fine motor skills. Eventually the blending of Kung-Fu and table tennis became a natural innovation. The most popular racket sport in the world now had new strategies based on Kung-Fu philosophies that are centuries old. Whether you're a serious recreational player or a competitive tournament player, Kung-Fu Table Tennis will give you new insight on equipment, techniques and strategies.
Five Months a Spartan
Author: Allen Chinn
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1329820452
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
FIVE MONTHS A SPARTAN is an inspirational story of how my son's new interest of obstacle course racing became a five month whirlwind obsession. No one does thirteen obstacle course events and numerous volunteer and promotional events in their first five months of competing. He tested himself with physical challenges that he never imagined. His mental toughness was challenged with each course. Then imagine the elements of extreme heat, snow, or lightning. The five month tour had long driving trips to Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Utah, Lake Tahoe, Montana and others. One never knows what they are truly made of until they are tested beyond their limits. Participating in Spartan Races, Spartan Hurricane Heat, Rugged Maniac, Tough Mudder and Warrior Dash, were indeed great tests of endurance, strength, speed and tenacity.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1329820452
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
FIVE MONTHS A SPARTAN is an inspirational story of how my son's new interest of obstacle course racing became a five month whirlwind obsession. No one does thirteen obstacle course events and numerous volunteer and promotional events in their first five months of competing. He tested himself with physical challenges that he never imagined. His mental toughness was challenged with each course. Then imagine the elements of extreme heat, snow, or lightning. The five month tour had long driving trips to Alberta, British Columbia, Idaho, Utah, Lake Tahoe, Montana and others. One never knows what they are truly made of until they are tested beyond their limits. Participating in Spartan Races, Spartan Hurricane Heat, Rugged Maniac, Tough Mudder and Warrior Dash, were indeed great tests of endurance, strength, speed and tenacity.