Okinawa No Bushi No Te by Ronald Lindsey

[Duanew]

I purchased the book through Amazon for about $60 USD.It was of interest to me because of my training in the Matsumura-ha. He goes through the history of Okinawa and some of the ancient masters. He focuses on the teaching of Soken Matsumura and his students-Kuda, Kise and Kinjo. The part I found most useful was his explanations of the fighting strategies of "village style" vs "school style" karate.Stepping strategies, body change or tai sabaki, etc.
I had the opportunity to train with Mr. Lindsey one one time and can attest to his abilities. Belonged to Sensei Kise's organization for a few years and had the pleasure of training with him in Okinawa. Have belonged to Kuda Sensei's organization for many more years. The book even included a photo and mention of my first instructor, Greg Ohl.
So for me it was a worthwhile purchase. If you have an interest in old style karate or the Matsumura-ha or just an interest in Okinawan Karate the book should be of interest to you.

Duane[/i]

[FFMAC]

I have heard nothing but great reviews on this book. Sounds like I really need to get this one and add it to my library.

[shoshinkan]

Very nice book, lots and lots of information on Okinawan Karate in general and specifically Seito Matsumura shorin ryu.

It's very much worth the money IMO.

[hampco]

I enjoyed it too, having spent some time in Matsumura Kempo, but I do feel the book could have used a good editor.

Some excellent info however and good quotes: "It's not Shorinryu without Gojushiho" is one I liked from Kuda sensei.