The Pilgrim’s Progress Observers have noted that while the meaning and object of worship varies, the pattern is universal. I cannot help but agree as I contemplate the events of the last month. First there was the ritual separation... Continue Reading →
Introduction This is my keynote address from the recent (Nov. 9-10th, 2017) conference on fightbooks held at the German Blade Museum in Solingen. A full report on this event is coming soon, but I am eager to share this... Continue Reading →
Introduction This paper was recently read at the International Conference for the 1st World Youth Mastership held at Cheongju University on Nov. 3-4, 2017. Many thanks go to Prof. Gwang Ok for making this event possible and extending an... Continue Reading →
***I had initially planned to share the first of my recent conference papers this weekend, but I think that should probably wait until next week. Prof. Paul Bowman, whose contributions to the development of martial arts studies are literally... Continue Reading →
Introduction Last week I was flying over the Pacific Ocean. This week it is the Atlantic. If all has gone according to plan, I am now returning to the United States after a fantastic conference on fightbooks at the... Continue Reading →
Introduction Greetings from Germany, where I am now enjoying a much anticipated conference dedicated to the study of fightbooks hosted by the German Blade Museum. I will be posting both the text of my keynote and a full report... Continue Reading →
Introduction Greetings! If all has gone according to plan, I am now on a plane returning to the United States from Korea. I will be posting both my paper and a full report on the conference later. ... Continue Reading →
Introduction One of my few disappointments about the 2017 Martial Arts Studies conference was that a change in travel plans forced me to miss the final afternoon of the event. As such, I was not able to take part in... Continue Reading →
Introduction One of my few disappointments about the 2017 Martial Arts Studies conference was that a change in travel plans forced me to miss the final afternoon of the event. As such, I was not able to take part... Continue Reading →
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