Bruce Lee Conversations By Rafiq F. (Book)

“An excellent insight into Bruce Lee’s influence on some of today’s top stars - and a new perspective on the man himself.” - Men’s Fitness “Bruce Lee: Conversations provides a unique comprehensive view of a martial arts legend. What makes the work stand out from other books written on Bruce Lee is its exhaustive list of primary source material. This is no compilation of recycled interviews, but fresh reflections on the life of the Little Dragon. These raw interviews provide the reader with insights into different stages and areas of his life...If you thought you knew Bruce Lee, think again!” - Martial Arts Illustrated " thought-provoking, enjoyable and fascinating interviews.” - Boxing News/Fighting Fit “An impressive collection of insights into the life of a cultural icon. Rafiq’s book would be a valuable resource for anyone wanting to know more about Lee and his impact on the lives of others.” - The Guardian More than 35 years after his death, Bruce Lee remains a perennial bestseller in video stores, comic bookshops, on T-shirts and posters. He has influenced pop culture more than anyone before or since. Lee was named among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people of the 20th century. He has achieved the iconic status of a cultural legend and has had a greater impact on more people worldwide than Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe and James Dean combined. In this unique and intriguing landmark book, you will discover a compilation of exclusive interviews with Bruce Lee’s original students, close friends, co-stars and colleagues. Those who knew him best give their candid views on the great martial arts master and action movie star adored by millions around the globe. Their memories and stories capture him in a way no straightforward narrative ever could. Furthermore - for the first time ever - you will discover over 50 compelling and thought-provoking exclusive interviews with some of the best professional Boxers, bodybuilders, UFC fighters and personalities from the motion picture industry paying homage to the legend who continues to have an indelible impact on athletes and people from all walks of life.

• Foreword • Diana Lee Inosanto
• Preface
PART 1 THE LIFE 1. ORIGINAL STUDENTS Jesse Glover • James Demile • Patrick Strong • Dough Palmer • Joseph Cowles • George Lee • Leo Fong • Bob Bremer • Jerry Poteet • Lany Hartsell 2. FRIENDS William Cheung • Hawkins Cheung • Greglon Lee • Wallay Jay • Leon Jay • George Dillman • Jhoon Rhee • Joe Lewis • Hayward Nishioka • Diana Lee Inosanto 3. CO-STARS AND COLLEAGUES Bill Ryusaki • Peter Mark RichmanvMarlyn Mason • Lou Gossett Jr. • Robert Chua • Ted Thomas • Jon T. Benn • Ing-Sik Whang • Chaplin Chang • Malisa Longo • Andre Morgan • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar • Ji Han Jae • Paul Heller • Lalo Schifrin • John Saxon
PART 2 THE LEGACY 4. THE BOXING LEGACY Sugar Ray Leonard • George F oreman • Ricky Hatton 5. THE BODYBUILDING LEGACY Dorian Yates • Lenda Murray • Franco Columbu • Shawn Ray 6. THE MMA LEGACY Randy Couture • Tito Ortiz • Frank Sharnrock • Rorion Gracie 7. THE MOVIE LEGACY Dolph Lundgren • John Woo • Jean Claude Van Damme
APPENDIX • Bruce Lee - The Ted Thomas Interview • Bruce Lee/Dan Lee Phone Conversation

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ISBN	9780955264894
More	163 x 238 mm, 352 pp, 100 photos

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