The Science of Wrestling and the Art of Jiu-Jitsu

The Science of Wrestling and the Art of Jiu-Jitsu is a comprehensive guide to two popular combat sports written by Earle Liederman. The book covers the fundamental principles and techniques of wrestling and jiu-jitsu, providing readers with a thorough understanding of both sports. The first part of the book focuses on wrestling, covering topics such as stance, takedowns, and escapes. Liederman provides detailed descriptions of various wrestling moves and techniques, as well as tips on how to improve strength and conditioning for wrestling.The second part of the book is dedicated to jiu-jitsu, a martial art that focuses on grappling and ground fighting. Liederman covers the basics of jiu-jitsu, including throws, submissions, and positional control. He also provides advice on how to use jiu-jitsu in self-defense situations.Throughout the book, Liederman emphasizes the importance of technique, strategy, and mental toughness in both wrestling and jiu-jitsu. He also provides insights into the history and philosophy of these sports, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in combat sports or martial arts.This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.