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~ Recommended Reading ~ The following are a small selection of the many excellent judo publications available. The 'green spots' are an attempt to indicate suitability (based on content and presentation) but remember that these only represent the website author's opinion! Kodokan Judo Written by Jigoro Kano ISBN 4770017995 Published by Kodansha International Ltd. Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior . . Senior The 'classic' guide. Written by the founder of judo himself. Best Judo Written by Isao Inokuma & Nobuyuki Sato ISBN 0870117866 Published by Kodansha International Ltd. Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior . . Senior Two of Japan's foremost instructors share their knowledge. An outstanding and detailed judo guide. The Judo Manual Written by Tony Reay & Geoffrey Hobbs ISBN 0091750202 Published by Stanley Paul & Co Ltd. Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior . Senior . May prove tricky to purchase due to its age (a trip to your local library may be required) but worth the effort. Attacking Judo Written by Katsuhiko Kashiwazaki & Hidetoshi Nakanishi ISBN 0951845594 Published by Ippon Books Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior . Senior . A clearly presented guide to combinations and counters. The authors encourage a bold, positive style. Judo Masterclass Techniques Series Written by various expert authors Published by Ippon Books Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior . . Senior . Each book provides a very detailed in-depth analysis of individual or groups of techniques. Judo for Juniors Written by Nicolas Soames ISBN 0752904388 Published by Leopard Books Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior . Senior . . An easy to read guide to basic judo technique. Written for the younger judoka. The World of Judo Magazine Editor/Photographer Bob Willingham Published by The British Judo Association Novice Intermediate Advanced Junior Senior Interesting articles, national and international results and simply the finest judo photography around! Contact the B.J.A. to subscribe.