The life of Bodhidharma has given rise to countless myths and legends, A Sudden Dawn is one version of his story. Born to the warrior caste, he gives up a promising future as a soldier to become a monk and seek enlightenment. After many years of searching in vain, he finally becomes enlightened in a single moment. Bodhidharma accepts a mission to venture into China and spread the teachings of The Buddha. He travels across the Himalayas and down the Yangtze river, where he meets an unlikely disciple, a young Chinese fugitive named Ko. Together they travel across China to the Emperor s palace in Nanjing and beyond to a little temple in the mountains called Shaolin. On the journey, Ko learns Bodhidharma s unique Way of spirituality and martial arts. But there are powerful forces at work to destroy the Indian master, and Ko s violent past catches up with him outside the temple gates, where a deadly reckoning takes place.
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So real that you can feel the hot breath of battle on your neck and the cool of the temples' damp hallways on your legs. Kris Wilder You will be captivated by this extraordinary tale. --Lawrence Kane
Amazing. The book martial artists have been waiting 2000 years for. --Chris Crudelli
Inspirational, beautifully written, expertly researched. I loved it --Geoff Thompson
Amazing. The book martial artists have been waiting 2000 years for. --Chris Crudelli
Inspirational, beautifully written, expertly researched. I loved it --Geoff Thompson
Amazing. The book martial artists have been waiting 2000 years for. --Chris Crudelli
Inspirational, beautifully written, expertly researched. I loved it --Geoff Thompson
Amazing. The book martial artists have been waiting 2000 years for. --Chris Crudelli
Inspirational, beautifully written, expertly researched. I loved it --Geoff Thompson
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4th Dan Karate Goran began Judo in 1972 at the age of seven. In 1984 he moved to London and trained in Shotokan karate, Kyokushinkai and Taekwondo before settling on Goju Ryu karate. In 1999 he joined Daigaku Karate Kai and completed the gruelling 30 Man Kumite in 2002, writing up the experience in his bestselling book Waking Dragons. In 2007 he achieved the rank of 4th Dan after demonstating skill in modern and traditional weaponry. Goran still teaches and trains regularly in central London and is assistant coach to the MMA team DKK Fighters.
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By KA van Wyk
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Breathtaking! I read into the early hours of the morning of my karate grading because I couldn't put this novel down.
The saying goes that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but in the case of Goran Powell's A Sudden Dawn the stunning illustration is a perfect reflection of the imagery this book evokes.
This beautifully written story, a blend of well researched historical fact and gripping fiction, will take you back in time as you travel with Bodhidharma from India, over the Himalayas and across China to the Shaolin temple.
Inspiring, enlightening, funny and sad, the journey and its characters will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
The saying goes that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but in the case of Goran Powell's A Sudden Dawn the stunning illustration is a perfect reflection of the imagery this book evokes.
This beautifully written story, a blend of well researched historical fact and gripping fiction, will take you back in time as you travel with Bodhidharma from India, over the Himalayas and across China to the Shaolin temple.
Inspiring, enlightening, funny and sad, the journey and its characters will stay with you long after you turn the last page.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A Sudden Dawn has been a total revelation to me as far as martial arts books are concerned. Being a martial arts lover a practicing Buddhist and a passionate reader of the Lotus Sutra, I have been delightfully transported into this epic journey of spiritual discovery of mentor and disciple legacy. The narrative is full of passion, compassion, a whirlwind of emotions. It portrays the meaning of hardships to overcome obstacles and the strong determination to follow the correct path to wisdom through enduring physical and mental discipline. Written with such a mastery that wouldn't allow for the book to be put down. I would love to see 'A Sudden Dawn' translated into a multitude of languages and made available worldwide, as much as I would love to see it translated into an epic film.
Thank you Goran, I have truly enjoyed the journey.'A Sudden Dawn' is a treasure!
Thank you Goran, I have truly enjoyed the journey.'A Sudden Dawn' is a treasure!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A marvellous modern interpretation of an ancient legend! Reading this book opens a gateway to the mythical origins of the martial arts. Groan Powell's vivid writing style then takes you through this gateway and fully immerses you in Bodhidharma's world. A Sudden Dawn skilfully weaves fact and fiction to produce a powerhouse of a page turner!
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