Ross, David-Dorian
Summary: One of the most intimidating aspects of pursuing martial arts is understanding which approach is best for you. Discover an introduction to many styles of martial arts, including kung fu, karate, tae kwon do, judo, jeet kune do, and krav maga. Learn about the physical and mental aspects of martial arts, from the proper form for blocks, kicks, and punches to the necessary self-discipline and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Teaching Company 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.8 MARThomsen, Michael
Summary: "A cultural and business history of the UFC, tracing the unlikely rise of mixed martial arts from what was derided in the '90s as "human cockfighting"-more violence than sport-to a global pop culture phenomenon.Senator John McCain once decried mixed martial arts as "human cockfighting," while the New York Times despaired that the sport offered a "pay-per-view prism" onto the decline of western...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.815 THOTometich, Annabelle
Summary: Presents information on mixed martial arts, including basic skills, training, competitions, and safety.
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Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone/Abdo Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.8 TOMSummary: These individual stories focus on some of the Turtles' closest friends and fiercest enemies, including Casey Jones, April O'Neil, General Hrang, and Bebop and Rocksteady.
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Publisher / Publication Date: IDW Publishing, a division of Idea & Design Works, LLC 2016
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 TEEKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the mixed martial arts Ultimate Fighting Championship from UFC1, the launch of The Ultimate Fighter and the first female competitors, to today's competitions in 43 events with 12 weight classes. The title includes major UFC events and fighters. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROMacchio, Ralph
Summary: "A fun-filled memoir by the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai actor that's equal parts nostalgia and contemporary relevance, based on both the classic movies and his current show, which is Netflix's #1 hit and gaining legions of new fans from every generation"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dutton, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 921 MACCHIO, RALPH MACCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Adult, Call number: B MACCHIO MACYang, Gene Luen.
Summary: The Harmony Restoration Movement has failed, and the four nations are plunged back into war, forcing Aang and Fire Lord Zuko to attempt to mend the rift between them once and for all.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2012
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 AVAScandiffio, Laura.
Summary: An eloquent survey of a variety of martial arts including judo, jujitsu, karate, kung fu, tai chi, aikido, and kendo.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Annick Press 2003
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 796.8 SCATaira, Kenji
Summary: "The Uchiha Clan!! Elite ninja Uchiha Sasuke travels the land with his teammates searching for his brother Itachi. Can Sasuke stay out of trouble--and kindergarten--long enough to actually get his revenge?"--Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: VIZ Media, LLC 2018
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 NARWells, Garrison.
Summary: A discussion of mixed martial arts covers its history and culture, moves, equipment, and competitive aspects.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications Company 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.815 WELMerlino, Doug.
Summary: Doug Merlino takes us from the cage to the training gyms to the fighters' living rooms in a character-driven examination of the world's fastest-growing sport: MMA.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury USA 2015
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.4 MERKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the female fighters of mixed martial arts from the first sanctioned women's MMA fight to the first woman to sign with the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the biggest upset in UFC history. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROHicks, Faith Erin
Summary: When Aang, Katara, Sokka, and Toph return to Earthen Fire Industries--the factory owned by Toph's father--Team Avatar finds that the once small town is now booming. Expecting a warm welcome, Aang is surprised when their arrival is met with unimpressed, cold-shouldered spectators. As soon as the team is asked for help at a business council meeting, the reason for the slight becomes clear--a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2018
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 AVAKodachi, Ukyo
Summary: "Just as Kawaki is starting to feel comfortable in his new home, a surprise visitor threatens to change everything. Naruto has been able to defend Boruto and Kawaki so far, but how will he handle the next threat to intrude on the village, Kara's leader Jigen? And what terrifying secret is Jigen hiding?"--Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: VIZ Media, LLC 2021
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 BORAustin, John
Summary: "Author and toy designer John Austin provides detailed, step-by-step instructions with diagrams to show stealth warriors how to build 37 different ninja weapons for the modern era. Each of the projects in MiniWeapons of Mass Destruction: Build and Master Ninja Weapons is built from common household and office items--plastic utensils, markers, clothespins, paper clips, wire hangers, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chicago Review Press 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 793 AUSKodachi, Ukyo
Summary: "The ninja adventures continue with Naruto's son, Boruto! Naruto was a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He achieved his dream to become the greatest ninja in his village, and now his face sits atop the Hokage monument. But this is not his story... A new generation of ninja is ready to take the stage, led by Naruto's own son, Boruto! Isshiki finally reveals his true form...
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Publisher / Publication Date: VIZ Media, LLC 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 BORKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the history of mixed martial arts as it evolved to include pankration from ancient Greece, Asian martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and other fighting styles, and examines the growth of mixed martial arts from individual fights to the establishment of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KROMapua, Jeff
Summary: Martial arts can improve more than just physical fitness. It can make practitioners think about their body, movements, and mental reactions in entirely new ways. This book explores karate, kung fu, and tae kwon do. Readers will learn about flexibility, balance, and how to get back on their feet after taking a hit. Learning to fall gracefully is half the battle. This guidebook also explores the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.8 MAPToriyama, Akira
Summary: "Moro's goons have arrived on Earth, but the planet's protectors aren't about to go down without a fight! However, when Moro himself finally appears and pits a powered-up Saganbo against Gohan and friends, the good guys struggle to keep up. With a planet in peril, will Goku and Vegeta make it back in time?!"-- Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viz Media, LLC 2021
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 DRAYang, Gene Luen.
Summary: "As Fire Lord Zuko continues his quest to uncover his mother's fate, a shocking revelation causes him to question everything he knows. It's an opportunity that his sister, the deadly and insane Azula, will not fail to take advantage of as she joins Zuko and his friends Aang, Katara, and Sokka on their journey into a mysterious forest from which some people never reemerge..."--p.4 of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2013
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 AVAKrohn, Frazer Andrew
Summary: This book examines the legends of mixed martial arts including the pioneers of the sport, female and male Greatest of All Time (GOATs), and the sport's greatest fights, knockouts, and submissions. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, a glossary, and informative sidebars enhance the text.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.81 KRORusso, Charles
Summary: Drawing on more than one hundred original interviews and an eclectic array of sources, Striking Distance is an engrossing narrative chronicling San Francisco Bay’s pioneering martial arts scene as it thrived in the early 1960s and offers an in-depth look at a widely unknown chapter of Bruce Lee’s iconic life.
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Publisher / Publication Date: University of Nebraska Press 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.4 RUSToriyama, Akira
Summary: "Granolah is the last of the Cerealians, a people who were all but wiped out by the Saiyans and Freeza's army many years ago. When he learns that the long-lost twin to the Dragon Ball that the old Namekian Monaito keeps in their home has been found, Granolah steals it and makes a wish that will allow him to start his quest for revenge against the Saiyans--to become the strongest being in the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viz Media, LLC 2022
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1 available in Young Adult Graphic Novels, Call number: YA 741.5 DRAYang, Gene Luen
Summary: Fire Lord Zuko and Earth King Kuei arrive in the Southern Water Tribe amid protests of Gilak's imprisonment. While the leaders hold council to solidify Malina and Hakoda's unification plans, Gilak breaks free and leads a powerful rebellion! In the face of these two opposing tribes, Katara will have to make peace with her nostalgia and distrust to save the home she loves from being permanently...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dark Horse Books 2017