This is one of the first books published in English on this Japanese grappling art. It covers the entire spectrum of practical technique: breakfalls, standing defenses, tripping and throwing, ground locks and maneuvers, a fascinating section on jujitsu vs boxing, plus general hints on how to train safely and effectively.This time-honored classic is guaranteed to fascinate and educate practitioners of Japanese and Brazilian jujitsu, all grappling and throwing arts, and collectors of classic close-combat texts.