| I have been studying and practicing the art of Jeet | | | | - An explanation of the JKD fighting stance, the how |
| Kune Do (JKD) and the martial arts for close to two | | | | and why |
| decades. I have researched, read and viewed | | | | - The importance and power principles of using the |
| numerous periodicals, books and videos on the martial | | | | lead side weapons |
| arts, combat and fighting. | | | | - Lee's examination and analysis of grappling arts such |
| I have to honestly say, the "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" is | | | | as Judo, Jujitsu and wrestling |
| one the most in-depth books ever written on the | | | | - The significance of mobility (footwork, evasiveness, |
| subject. | | | | distance, awareness and timing) |
| The "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" is Bruce Lee's analysis of | | | | - The correlation of western boxing and fencing to |
| fighting and philosophy through his study of martial arts. | | | | empty-handed combat |
| It is a compilation of his thoughts and ideas of fighting | | | | - The cultivation of the attributes and qualities that are |
| skills and life. | | | | necessary to become a good fighter |
| He began working on the "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" | | | | Each of these areas is loaded with information that |
| when he was confined to a bed for six months due to | | | | would be helpful to anyone, whether they are a |
| a back injury he received while lifting weights. | | | | beginner or seasoned martial artist, regardless of style. |
| He never finished and published the book because of | | | | The "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" also contains the |
| his focus on moviemaking. | | | | philisophical aspects of his art which are derived from |
| After his death, a man named Gilbert Johnson, who | | | | Lao Tzu, Miyamoto Musashi, Krishnamurti, Sun Tzu and |
| attended classes at Dan Inosanto's (former Bruce Lee | | | | Takuan Soho. The book can be also be used as a |
| student) Academy, had the task of organizing Bruce's | | | | personal guide for self improvement due to its deep |
| writings, drawings and diagrams into book form. | | | | philosophical tenents. |
| It should be noted, that the "Tao of Jeet Kune Do" is | | | | In my opinion, the Tao is one of the best references |
| not meant to be a how-to manual. It is merely a guide | | | | for empty-handed fighting. |
| and insight into Lee's art of Jeet Kune Do and his way | | | | Just remember, use it for what it is, a reference and |
| of thinking. | | | | guide. For nothing beats learning the art of JKD from a |
| The book contains a wealth of information that can | | | | teacher who has lineage to its founder. |
| help you gain an understanding of Jeet Kune Do, as | | | | If you don't already own a copy of it I urge you to pick |
| well as Bruce Lee, the person. | | | | one up, again, regardless of style or fighting method |
| The book is broken down into different areas: | | | | this book is a useful tool for anyone who is serious |
| - Philosophical make up of JKD | | | | about self defense and martial arts training. |