Heroic History

This title examines the history of mixed martial arts as it evolved to include pankration from ancient Greece, Asian martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and other fighting styles, and examines the growth of mixed martial arts from individual fights to the establishment of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Bold, dynamic photos, a timeline, and informative sidebars enhance the text. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Table of contents Timeline of key events This fun and fact-packed series introduces readers to the exciting world of mixed martial arts. From the stars of the sport to the thrilling world of UFC, each book explores the history, cultural impact, rules, and living legends associated with this physically demanding and exhilarating sport. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.