DESCRIPTION: Earle Liederman, The Science of Wrestling and the Art of Jiu-Jitsu, self-published first edition copy from 1923. Dark blue leatherette cover with embossed title and gilt image of wrestlers on front cover. 175 pages with “how-to” instructions and black and white photographs of Liederman and Martin Ludecke (Middleweight Champion of Central America) demonstrating grappling moves for competition and regular self-defense moves. Liederman (1888-1970, strongman and writer) was an American strength training pioneer. MEASUREMENTS: 6-1/4” x 9-1/4” x ¾”. CONDITION: Slight toning to pages. Previous owner’s name on front endpapers and page edges on bottom side in pen. Pages 195-222 loosened from binding, but still attached.