MARTELL'S JU JUTSU SIMPLIFIED by Martell, Jules - 1944

New York:: Self Published, 1944.. 2nd Printing, Revised.. Paperbound: center-stapled format . BINDING/CONDITION: paperbound; center-stapled format; Good condition.. 8vo (8.25 inches tall) . Description: Illustrated with simple drawings. Although there is no wartime compliance statement, this is clearly a war-related publication. From the material preceding the foreword: ''The material contained herein has been written and illustrated from lectures and demonstrations given to combat and defense units all over America. The purpose of this book is to prime the imagination of those who are likely to be called upon to defend our America. Its purpose is to inform them that there is no 'superior race.' Superiority comes only to those who earn it through mental and physical alertness and training. Many letters from leading citizen complimented the author on the first edition of this book. Letters from men in the service particularly were greatly appreciated.'' The foreword talks of a match between an… Read More