Filipino Martial Art Anthology

This engaging anthology compiles pioneering scholarly research on Filipino martial arts (FMA), exploring their unique development in the Philippines. It features contributions from leading scholars and practitioners, including Mark Wiley, who examines the historical evolution of kali and European fencing, as well as the classification of FMA through insights from contemporary grandmasters. Chapters delve into various martial systems, such as Kuntaw Lima-Lima and Visayan Corto Kadena Eskrima, while also paying tribute to Remy Presas, founder of Modern Arnis. Additional analyses touch on the martial practices of Philippine piracy and effective techniques in Modern Arnis, enhancing the academic understanding of these rich traditions.