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On the Warrior's Path, Second Edition

Philosophy, Fighting, and Martial Arts Mythology

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On the Warrior's Path, Second Edition

By: Daniele Bolelli
Narrated by: Kirk Magoon
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An entertaining and insightful history of martial arts and the role of the warrior, drawing on pop culture, philosophy, mythology, religion, and spirituality

The urge to forge one’s character by fighting, in daily life as well as on the mat, appeals to something deep within us. More than a collection of fighting techniques, martial arts constitute a path to developing body, spirit, and awareness. On the Warrior’s Path connects the martial arts with this larger perspective, merging subtle philosophies with no-holds-barred competition, Nietzsche with Bruce Lee, radical Taoism and Buddhism with the Star Wars Trilogy, traditional martial arts with basketball and American Indian culture.

At the center of all these phenomena is the warrior. Though this archetype seems to manifest contradictory values, author Daniele Bolelli describes the heart of this tension: how the training of martial technique leads to a renunciation of violence, and how overcoming fear leads to a unique freedom. Aimed at students at any level or tradition of martial arts but also accessible to the armchair warrior, On the Warrior’s Path brings fresh insights to why martial arts remains an enduring and widespread art and discipline. Two new chapters in this second edition focus on spirituality in the martial arts and the author’s personal journey in the field. Combat Sports & Self-Defense Eastern Philosophy Martial Arts Warrior Combat Sports Taoism Sports Sports History Martial Arts Philosophy

Critic reviews

“Bolelli’s humorous and at the same time profound prose makes On the Warrior’s Path one of those very rare books about martial arts that is masterfully written ... this is one of the most original books about martial arts published in the last decade.”
—Journal of Asian Martial Arts

“Daniele Bolelli has written both a poetic and pragmatic vision of what the martial arts can be.”
—Richard Strozzi-Heckler, Ph.D., author of In Search of the Warrior Spirit
Thought-provoking Exploration • Transformative Content • Philosophical Insights • Practical Wisdom • Humorous Approach

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Didn’t like the narrator, moved too quickly without allowing ideas to marinate. Felt robotic and emotionless.

Would love daniele’s voice

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What's cool is the narrative on how martial arts practice is rooted in serving the whole self.

For the Self

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Great introspection and attempt at real life application. My favorite thing about this book is that this isn't some "expert" or "specialist" retorting his Ph.D. teachings but rather, a real man with real feelings & a strong desire to materialize them. With 10+ years of Kungfu training myself, this was the most refreshing listen I've had in a long while. Peace & Blessings!

A Blast from the Past that still Holds Weight Today

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This book hit the nail on the head. I have struggled my whole life experiencing life in a very intense way.

Favorite book

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I don’t say this lightly, this book is perfect. Absolutely a must read for anyone interested in martial arts .

Required reading for martial artists

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