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The Soul Polisher's Apprentice: A Martial Kumite About Personal Evolution Paperback – July 7, 2013

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Discover an American martial renaissance as it claims the heart of Asian fighting arts practice! Become a hae (fly) on the wall in the innermost chambers of martial knowledge. A true, down-to-earth, clearly presented and insightful unfolding of the inner martial journey as it winds through the training hall and into the personal destinies of two contemporary journeymen, Hayashi and White Tiger, who come to embrace the essence of authentic Martial Ways. Penetrating, positive, and refreshing insights are revealed about the nature of martial techniques, rituals, philosophy and spiritual wisdom.
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wind School (July 7, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 362 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0979269709
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0979269707
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.07 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.82 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Christopher J. Goedecke

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In 1968 I took my first formal martial arts class. The thrill never left. Today, martial art is my way of life. A teenage dream exceeded! I hold 8th Dan in Okinawan karate, a fruitful teaching career, and initiation as the Buddhist monk, Hayashi Tomio, that allows me to explore and share Esoteric martial teachings.

When my fist short story, Wind Warrior, got published in 1978’s, another avenue for my passion opened, writing about the martial arts for children and adults. Books include; Wind Warrior: Training of Karate Champion; Smart Moves: A Kid’s Guide to Self Defense; The Soul Polisher’s Apprentice; The Unbreakable Board; Internal Karate, and lots of articles and short stories for the trade mags. Current articles on my favorite subject—the cultivation of Internal Power. With my passion holding strong—more to come.

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Rainier
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!
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As a student of Karate, I truly enjoyed this book! It is amazing in that it opens up aspects of our art that are never, never mentioned in our dojo. As I trained for years, I kept thinking there has to be more to this than we are covering in class. Why would the old masters have had a student work on one kata for a year if what we were doing was all there was to it? It frustrated me to the point of thinking about giving up, but I really wanted to continue. And now, with this book, I know there is so much more. I'm excited and energized, and ready to explore Karate far beyond our dojo's teachings. So very grateful I found this book!
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Millsy
4.0 out of 5 stars Front Door teacher
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2013
I have had the pleasure of working with one of the students of the author in a Qi Gong environment, and he lent me a copy of "Soul Polisher's Apprentice." I promptly trampled it all up, meaning READ it, and not quickly for each group of pages was much like the muddy stepping I'd heard so much about. It is said that an inferior Martial Artist uses the back door, the experienced uses the side door, and the Master uses the front door and simply eats you up. I underestimated this book and found myself with claw marks on my face. I thought I was only pausing to refresh myself with a new book. It is easy to recommend this publication because I've already noticed the shift in my own thinking. It is always a reward to bow before the Buddha in the life experiences of an accomplished person, and more so because Mr. Goedecke can write.

D Miller
Licensed Acupuncturist, TCM professor at Pacific University, New York City
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D Carr
5.0 out of 5 stars it is nonetheless an excellent book for any martial artist seeking guideposts and hints ...
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2015
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While the book does get a little woo-woo new agey here and there near the end, it is nonetheless an excellent book for any martial artist seeking guideposts and hints if he/she is searching for more out of their training path than kicking and punching.
Over the past several decades, I've always recommended "Way of the Peaceful Warrior" by Dan Millman. Now I've added this to my very small list of books I recommend for seekers of the way.
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A very good book. It is exactly what I expected and with a few surprises here or there.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2013
"Your book made me realize that my own spirituality has tremendous room for growth. The ideas presented are life-changing, especially to those readers with an open mind. I began to imagine a world living the life put forth in your beautifully written chapters. Although your work often describes a path to a conflict-free life, I believe any student of martial arts would benefit from this book, as well as any reader looking to broaden their spirituality. I thank the force that brought me to your dojo; I am honored to be your student."
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P5W
5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read for those on the Path
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2013
A fantastic and fantastically written book! Goedecke so eloquently puts the true ideals, trials, and tribulations of modern martial artists. I could not put the book down once I started reading it, and found myself moving my day around just to accommodate it. As soon as I finished reading Soul Polisher's Apprentice, I immediately found myself later that night opening it from the beginning, and reading it all over again! It has brought so many things to light for me, and will for any other martial artist who reads it. Get this book
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5.0 out of 5 stars A martial must read
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2013
A must read for any martial artist interested not only in how to punch and kick but how to evolve as a whole person. I found myself glued to this tale of martial apprenticeship/cultivation and wanted it to continue after I had finished it. Eloquent and entertaining, the author's writing style is down to earth and clear with a hint of mystery to it. Can't wait for the next installment.
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