This authorized biography of legendary martial artist Dan Inosanto details his relationship with Bruce Lee; his experience as an actor and stuntman; and his path in the martial arts. Get a detailed look at all his instructors, the many styles he has trained in and his own teaching experience, from Bruce Lee's original Chinatown school to Dan's "backyard school" to the Inosanto Academy of today.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Only a 4 stars cause I wanted MORE.:
Finally, I got this book. I was looking for it forever. It definitely has great info on Guro Dan. Having met him in 2006, what the author tells in this book is true. Guro Dan is a great man, a great martial artist and the humblest man you'd ever meet. The book has great stories from the earlier days to the Bruce Lee days to Guro Dan's path of touching different peoples in different walks of life. I thought it was well put together. I would love the opportunity to talk to Guro Dan once again. Get the book,... more info
A LONG overdue biography to the TRUE JKD man:
Bruce Lee is amazing. He was before his time. Dan Inosanto, however, is beyond anything I have ever experienced. Having gone to seminars to train with the man himself, I can truly say this man is responsible for the JKD we know and also one of, if not THE, most well-read, experienced, and talented martial artist to date.
This book, although a LITTLE thin, is a wonderful read and addition to any martial artist's collection. He is, afterall, THE martial artist of our time. READ IT!!
Could have been better:
This is a fair book about an extraordinary man and martial artist. Although I learned a few things about Dan Inosato that I didn't know from reading magazine articles, I wanted more. I was left feeling that the overall presentation was flat, almost lifeless at times.
Inasanto is an incredible, tireless martial arts master who is an icon in the martial arts world. I didn't feel that energy in this read and I was left wanting it.
The positives are that you will learn much about him, including some of... more info
An excellent overview of an exceptional martial artist:
This book is an excellent general biography of a great martial artist. It covers his life before and after Bruce Lee, touches on his progress since Lee's death and has some very interesting interviews and quotes. The book is a fine tribute to a humble, talented person and instructor.
