Bruce Lee by Bruce Thomas Paperback Book

Description: Bruce Lee by Bruce Thomas The classic Bruce Lee biography, with a new introduction and final chapter. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This belting read pulls off the nifty trick of making the kung fu legends spiritual and combat ideas accessible MaximTruly gets under the skin of this iconic figure Film Review In the 1970s Bruce Lee emerged as the worlds greatest fighting star - an accolade he has kept ever since. He battled to succeed in America in spite of the racial prejudice that denied him a starring role, eventually making films in Hong Kong that turned him into a star - the highest-paid movie star of his day. His controversial death, at the age of thirty-two when he was at the height of his powers, has given him a James-Dean style enduring appeal. In Bruce Lee - Fighting Spirit, Bruce Thomas has written a complete account not only of Lees life and death, but of the fighting philosophy he developed (jeet kune do) which made him the greatest exponent of martial arts in modern times. In this updated edition he reassesses Lees skills and examines the enduring impact of his legacy - on action films and martial arts today. As an icon Bruce Lees popularity continues to grow and this book is a fitting tribute to an extraordinary man whose achievements have never been surpassed. An endlessly stimulating account of Lees life and times Loaded Author Biography Bruce Thomas is known principally as the bass player with Elvis Costello and the Attractions, having recorded and toured internationally with the band since 1977. The Big Wheel, his critically acclaimed first novel, was shortlisted for the Ralph J. Gleason prize for music writing. He trained with the late kung fu master Derek Jones at his school in West London. Review Written and researched with devotion and thought-provoking passion, the book truly gets under the skin of this iconic figure. * Film Review magazine *This belting read pulls off the nifty trick of making the kung fu legends spiritual and combat ideas accessible. * Maxim *An essential for martial arts fans and a compelling read even for the uninitiated. * Derry Journal *By far the best, most honest, and most comprehensive book on Bruce Lees life ever written * Goodreads * Details ISBN1529053439 Year 2020 ISBN-10 1529053439 ISBN-13 9781529053432 Format Paperback Publication Date 2020-10-01 Author Bruce Thomas Publisher Pan Macmillan Pages 384 UK Release Date 2020-10-01 Audience Age 18 Imprint Pan Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2020-10-01 NZ Release Date 2020-10-01 DEWEY 791.43028092 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133517559;

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