Taekwondo: A Path to Excellence

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Taekwondo is a journey. Its ultimate destination is the achievement of physical and spiritual enrichment through the disciplined practice. While this book addresses the physical and intellectual elements of Taekwondo, it continuously emphasizes ethical principles, integrity, perseverance and the indomitable spirit, all of which enhances character, and lends credence to the term martial artist. Discover how a path of Taekwondo can enrich all areas of your life.

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"Skillfully written invitation to explore the oft-neglected traditional and philosophical aspects of Taekwondo. Refreshing!" -- John Donohue, Ph.D. Anthropology, best-selling author "The most comprehensive tribute to the traditional art of Taekwondo. You are a voice that must be heard!" -- Philip Ameris, 7th dan, Action International Martial Arts Association

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Doug Cook holds a 6th Dan Black Belt in the Korean martial art of taekwondo and is certified as an instructor and in rank by the United States Taekwondo Association and the Kukkiwon. He is the author of three best-selling books focusing on taekwondo entitled, Taekwondo: A Path to Excellence, Taekwondo: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Warrior and Traditional Taekwondo: Core Techniques, History, and Philosophy, a finalist in ForeWord magazine's Book of the Year Award.