Atillo, Crispulo Ising
Atillo Balintawak Eskrima
- ISBN 13:
- 9780578781150
- author:
- Atillo, Crispulo Ising
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Glen Boodry
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 318
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 17.8 x 1.7 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Martial Arts, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Atillo Balintawak Eskrima-Original Saavedra Style is a personal account of the history of Crispulo "Ising" Atillo and the Atillo Balintawak Eskrima-Original Saavedra Style. The book chronicles the little-known history of Balintawak eskrima, from its origins to its current state, and provides a first-hand account of the events that shaped this Filipino martial art. Atillo recounts his childhood in the Philippines, growing up under the watchful eyes of famous eskrimadors, and describes the atrocities of war under Japanese occupation during WWII. He also shares the post-war hardships and corruption that plagued the Philippines, and explains the local and national level politics that forever changed the history of Cebuano eskrima. At over 80 years old, Atillo is the last living member of the Balintawak Self Defense Club, and his book provides a long-awaited and honest account of the sport's history, filled with remarkable stories of legendary fighters and the turbulent era that led to murder and deceit.
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