The cover looks nice but the title is decieving as there is nothing classical about the kata in this book. The forms are from Richard kim and there are differences from those practised in Okinawa.For accurate piece of history see Nagamine Shoshin`s "Essence Of Okinawan Karate".I would like to add that the lack of explanation for the kata and applications makes this even less useful to the general karate practitioner.I ask what can be gained from this book,Very little.those who practise Richard Kims school of karate may find this useful for reference to their kata positions but thats it.My advice look elsewhere.