Alex Gillis is a Canadian university instructor and investigative journalist whose deep immersion in martial arts has fueled his exploration of their hidden histories. With over two decades of training across various disciplines, including Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and Tai Chi, he draws upon extensive knowledge and personal connections. Gillis leverages rare access to the pioneers of these arts and their families to uncover untold stories, offering an insider's perspective on their evolution. His writing provides a compelling narrative into the history and culture of martial arts, appealing to both enthusiasts and those interested in lesser-known historical accounts.
With this book, readers learn that Tae Kwon Do is as full of lies as it is powerful techniques. Gillis takes readers and Tae Kwon Do practitioners into the cults, geisha houses, and crime syndicates that made Tae Kwon Do what it is today.
Die verborgene Geschichte des Tae Kwon Do