John Graden
ASIN: B01803FN5K
Publisher: Seconds Out, Inc.
Pages: 178
Formerly published as “Blood n Guts Dojo”A gripping memoir about a young man's coming-of-age in the world of martial arts.Karate instructor, Walt Bone was Graden's hero who taught him to tell the truth, eat healthy foods, and stay in tip-top shape. He also taught Graden how to smoke pot, guzzle alcohol, and traffic drugs.The book is set against the backdrop of the 1970s, a time when martial arts were exploding in popularity. Graden vividly captures the excitement and energy of that era, as well as the darker side of the martial arts world.Sex, Drugs, and Tae Kwon Do is a fascinating and thought-provoking book that will appeal to fans of martial arts, crime fiction, and coming-of-age stories. The book is a must-read for fans of martial arts, crime fiction, and coming-of-age stories.Reviews“An excellent read even for people who never give martial arts a thought.” –Former Reader’s Digest ...