This year marks the 40th anniversary of Bruce Lee's passing and also the release of Enter the Dragon, his last film appearance. It took some time for Bruce Lee to become a breakout star in the United States and the reasons why are speculated upon in the recently released coffee table book The Treasures of Bruce Lee (Applause Books) by Paul Bowman. Clearly, Lee had the talent to be successful at anything he attempted, but it took years for the major American film studios to recognize his potential. However, Lee would pass away before the release of Enter the Dragon, which propelled him to posthumous super stardom. Lee's legacy continues to thrive even decades after his death, in 1973, at the age of 32.
Of course, Lee is perhaps better known for his contributions to martial arts and the various disciplines that he mastered over the years. He even created his own discipline, Jeet Kune Do, which encourages its practitioners to not be held back by restrictions that were placed on other forms of martial arts. Bruce Lee's formidable physical presence led to him being cast in the television series The Green Hornet, as Kato, as well as film roles in many Chinese productions, including Fist of Fury and Game of Death.
Paul Bowman provides information about Lee's early childhood, his numerous professional accomplishments and his enduring legacy that never seems to stop expanding. The Treasures of Bruce Lee is, well, a treasure, and includes a foreword by Lee's daughter, Shannon, countless photographs and many extras, including copies of handwritten letters, illustrations, posters, and other removable memorabilia that can found throughout the book. This high quality effort is a must have for fans of the legendary Bruce Lee and pays tribute to the late, great martial artist and performer who continues to touch and influence lives some four decades after his tragic death.
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