A Sudden Dawn: A Martial Arts Novel

A Sudden Dawn: A Martial Arts Novel

by Goran Powell
A Sudden Dawn: A Martial Arts Novel

A Sudden Dawn: A Martial Arts Novel

by Goran Powell

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Overview

The epic journey of Bodhidharma, who brought Zen and martial arts to the Shaolin Temple.

This epic historical fiction novel opens with a young man named Sardili born of the warrior caste in 507 A.D. Sardili realizes that he would rather seek enlightenment than follow his family's military legacy and sets out on a life-long quest for truth and wisdom.

Sardili becomes the Buddhist monk Bodhidharma, known as Da Mo in China. He travels throughout India, brings Buddhism to China, and single handedly establishes the Shaolin Temple as the birthplace of Zen and the Martial Arts.

A Sudden Dawn is a refreshing take on the mythical origins of Kung Fu with a good pace, enjoyable interpretation of legendary characters, and wonderfully written adventures during the long journey across Asia.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781594392184
Publisher: YMAA Publication Center
Publication date: 06/16/2010
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 336
File size: 771 KB

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.

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