Martial Arts Biographies

About the Book

Martial Arts Biographies: An Annotated Bibliography lists hundreds of martial arts related biographies and autobiographies. Most of the entries are annotated, giving a synopsis of the relevant material in the book. Included are listings for martial artists of Karate, Kung Fu, Aikido, Judo, Jiu Jitsu, Tae Kwon Do, Ninjutsu, Tai Chi, and many other styles. Appendices list productive sources for new and used books, and contact information for major publishers of martial arts books.

Martial Arts Biographies: An Annotated Bibliography is a useful resource for martial arts researchers, readers, book collectors, and libraries.

About the Author

Rob Jacob began studying Shito-Ryu Karate in 1982. He currently holds a second-degree black belt in Isshinryu Karate, and also studies Kokikai Aikido. Rob has built one of the largest private martial arts book collections in the United States. He lives with his wife Helen in Rochester, New York.