Chojun: A Novel

by Goran Powell

Overview

A typhoon brings the renowned karate master Chojun Miyagi into the life of young Kenichi Ota, who must prove himself before he can enter the master's inner circle. As once-peaceful Okinawa prepares for war, master and student venture to China in search of the deepest meaning of karate.

After the attack on Pearl Harbor, the tides of war turn against Japan and an American invasion fleet approaches Okinawa. Kenichi is conscripted as a runner for the Japanese general staff and finds himself in the epicenter of the Battle of Okinawa. In the aftermath, he must fight again to rebuild the shattered hopes of his people and to preserve his master's art of karate.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781594392535
Publisher:	YMAA Publication Center
Publication date:	12/01/2012
Pages:	360
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Goran Powell began his writing career in 1991 as an advertising copywriter, and by 1995 he was creative director of a major London advertising agency. During this period, his work won 10 national and international awards. He became a freelance writer in 1999 and currently works for many of London's top agencies.

His martial arts training spans more than 35 years, and today he holds the rank of 5th dan black belt in Goju Ryu Karate. He is a qualified instructor with Daigaku Karate Kai (DKK), one of the United Kingdom's leading clubs, and assistant coach to the successful Mixed Martial Arts team, DKK Fighters.

Goran Powell resides in North London in England with his wife Charmaigne. He has three children, Harry, Hannah, and Autumn.

Editorial Reviews

"Chojun is an exciting next-step in the evolution of how karate’s history is told."

Michael Clarke

"Riveting… Very highly recommended!"

Lawrence A. Kane

"Remarkable, it’s that good!"

Kris Wilder