If anyone could hold the credit for the popularity karate holds today in the modern world, opening its frontier to the modern world from a secret Okinawan art of self-defense, it is Gichin Funakoshi who is rightly observed as the father of modern karate. Trained in the Confucian classics, he became the honorary head of the Japan Karate Association upon its establishment in 1949. Under his watchful guidance, techniques and nomenclature were refined and modernized, the spiritual essence was brought to the fore, and karate evolved into true martial art. He has also written various books based on his experience with the art form. This book brings you the best collection of quotes from this legendary martial arts master that will invoke your inner strength…