Logic of Steel: A Fighter's View of Blade and Shank Encounters
by James Lafond
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Author: James LafondEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2001-03-01
ISBN: 1581601301
Number of pages: 248
Publisher: Paladin Press
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Book Review: "No, this is a big knife"---C. Dundee
Summary: 4 Stars
The Logic of Steel is the second book that I have read from Mr. LaFond. Like his first book, "The Fighting Edge", I was taught techniques of self-defense. As I was transported into the seedy world of knife encounters, I realized that I need to purchase a gun. I definitely would be on the losing end of a shank attack, especially if I can't tell I'm being stabbed! I really enjoy his style of writing. The information flows easily and the author does not write above your head. The dialogue was hilarious. I can't believe what people will do and say. The chapter headings and quotes are the best, particularly his use of the actual words from ancient Greek and Roman soliders. The Logic of Steel will give you the knowledge of how to handle yourself if in a knife attack and what you can do to get out of the situation. However, I must say that the Ebonic language was a little confusing to follow. Thanks for the glossary. I will end with my two favorite lines from the book.Tatto Rick -- "There is no objective truth. Life is a subjective mess...Chaos is the rule. Order is a mathematical fantasy."
James La Fond -- "The true study of fighters is the study of the fighter's character, not his technique."
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