The Gracie Way: An Illustrated History of the World's Greatest Martial Arts Family (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu series)
by Kid Peligro

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• ISBN13: 9781406839043
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Book Review: A Superb History!
Summary: 5 Stars

This large, high-quality volume (same size & style as his other books) includes a vast number of color & black & white photographs, many previously unpublished. Kid Peligro has utilized his friendship with the Gracie Family, knowledge of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and his access to the Gracie Family archives to present to us one of the most complete volumes on what may be the greatest martial arts dynasty of our time.

Finally we can read about-and SEE!-the amazing Carlos Gracie, the man who studied under Mitsuyo Maeda and started it all. There is a lot of info on Carlos's brother Helio, as well as subsequent generations of Gracies including Rolls, Rickson, Royler, etc. photos include the men in competition, training, and in more quiet interludes with family and friends. This volume is fun to read, and includes many old pictures of the Gracies and their students from the "old days".

As did another reviewer, I too noticed the lack of info on recent events not in the Gracie family's favor, such as some of the recent defeats in both Brazilian Jiu jitsu competition and NHB contests. I find this odd as there is a thorough treatment of the only two defeats Helio Gracie ever suffered. Yes, the Gracies still win much more often than they lose--but why omit blow-by-blow info on recent defeats? That alone however, does little to dim my entheusiasm for this work much.

All in all, this book is very worth the money. If you like to read about heart and spirit, I don't think there is a better volume in the martial arts field right now. The Gracie art is practical, sensible, and full of history. It seems an understatement to mention that the Gracies are a fascinating family.

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