{"product_id":"the-crane-and-the-grandmaster-paperback","title":"The Crane and the Grandmaster - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDarryl Vidal\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Crane and the Grandmaster is a unique blend of martial arts philosophy, personal journey, and behind-the-scenes storytelling from one of the most beloved films of the 1980s, the Karate Kid. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a lifelong martial artist and grandmaster, my experiences span decades of training, competition, and instruction. However, an unexpected turn in my journey led to my being featured in The Karate Kid, where I performed in the legendary tournament scenes and doubled for Pat Morita in the film's iconic crane technique moment. A fact that was not credited or publicized for decades. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book chronicles my evolution from a young Kenpo Karate student to a martial arts master, offering a perspective that intertwines discipline, philosophy, and the pursuit of mastery. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt provides an insider's look at The Karate Kid-the making of the fight sequences, my interactions with the cast, and the lasting impact of the film on martial arts and pop culture. More than just a memoir, The Crane and the Grandmaster details my exploration of Eastern philosophies contrasted by my studies in science and religion. It explores deeper lessons of martial arts that are only experienced through generations of teaching: from humility and perseverance to the balance of ego and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 280\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.63 x 8 x 5.25 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 23, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47193021415673,"sku":"9798992816501","price":15.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/MYuecA82_k9798992816501.webp?v=1767902711","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/the-crane-and-the-grandmaster-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}