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Bruce Lee Artist of Life

Inspiration and Insights from the World's Greatest Martial Artist
By John Little and Bruce Lee
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In Bruce Lee Artist of Life, editors John Little and Bruce Lee delve into the philosophical and physical journey of martial arts legend Bruce Lee. This biography explores Lee's personal writings, reflections, and philosophies, providing insight into his thoughts on martial arts, life, and personal growth. Through a compilation of essays and letters, readers gain a deeper understanding of Lee's innovative mindset and enduring legacy.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the life and philosophy of Bruce Lee, as it offers a unique glimpse into his personal thoughts, training routines, and the principles that guided him. Through letters, interviews, and essays, it reveals the legendary martial artist's insights on life, self-improvement, and the pursuit of excellence, making it an inspiring read for anyone interested in his extraordinary journey.

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Bruce Lee Artist of Life

Bruce Lee Artist of Life

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Named one of TIME magazine's 100 Greatest Men of the Century, Bruce Lee's impact and influence has only grown since his untimely death in 1973. Part of the seven-volume Bruce Lee Library, this installment of the famed martial artist's private notebooks allows his legions of fans to learn more about the man whose groundbreaking action films sparked a worldwide interest in the Asian martial arts.

Bruce Lee Artist of Life explores the development of Lee's thoughts about Gung Fu (Kung Fu), philosophy, psychology, poetry, Jeet Kune Do, acting, and self-knowledge. Edited by John Little, a leading authority on Lee's life and work, the book includes a selection of letters that eloquently demonstrate how Lee incorporated his thought into actions and advice to others.

Although Lee rose to stardom through his physical prowess and practice of Jeet Kune Do, the system of fighting he founded, Lee was also a voracious and engaged reader who wrote extensively, synthesizing Eastern and Western thought into a unique personal philosophy of self-discovery.

Martial arts practitioners and fans alike eagerly anticipate each new volume of the Library and its trove of rare letters, essays, and poems for the light it sheds on this legendary figure.

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iBruce Lee: Artist of Life/i is praised for revealing Bruce Lee's profound ability to express his true self, described as both charismatic and artistic. The book, part of the Bruce Lee Library, is considered essential for martial arts enthusiasts. Featuring rare personal writings, it offers insights into Lee's philosophy and work ethic.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804851138

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 August 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: over 100 black and white photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 152.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Boxing, Wrestling & Martial Arts Bruce Lee John Little Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Sports Sports Biographies

About the Author

Bruce Lee (1940-1973) was an intense man with such sheer concentration of energy that no one who encountered him, on screen or in person, could help but be drawn to him and his enthusiasm for life and knowledge. A voracious and engaged reader, Lee wrote extensively, synthesizing the thought of East and West into a unique personal philosophy of self-discovery. As an actor, Lee became a cultural icon. He was born in San Francisco but spent his formative years in Hong Kong. His groundbreaking action films sparked intense interest in the Asian martial arts in the West. His most famous film is Enter the Dragon (1973). His own personal martial art style (Jeet Kune Do) sparked a revolution in how the Asian martial arts are studied and perceived today. He was an avid student of all forms of martial arts along with Eastern and Western philosophy and is regarded today as the most influential martial artist who ever lived. Lee moved beyond the rigid traditional style of martial arts to develop his own free-form, modern style of Jeet Kune Do.

John Little is considered one of the world's foremost authorities on Bruce Lee, his training methods, and philosophies. Little was the first person authorized to review the entirety of Lee's personal notes, sketches, and reading annotations.

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