Antonio is currently working, on a film project “In Shanland,” documenting human rights abuses of the Burmese government against ethnic
minority people. To see the videos or donate money to the project click here

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Books by Antonio Graceffo

The Monk From Brooklyn: An American at the Shaolin Temple

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Antonio Graceffo was lucky enough to be one of the few, and this is the chronicle of his experience. Antonio has twenty-five years of experience with martial arts, so it is with a knowing eye that he observed the training at the temple. But it is his background that gives him a very unique perspective. An Italian-American from Brooklyn, New York, and a former investment banker, Antonio was educated in some of the best universities that Europe and Asia had to offer. His articles are informative, humorous, and irreverent. He doesn't pull any punches writing about the filthy conditions and the diminished mental capacities of people who spent a lifetime learning to kick, but never bothered to learn to read and write. The title says it all. Put a Chinese-speaking Italian-American, from Brooklyn in the holiest of Buddhist temples, and watch the racial harmony flow.

Boats, Bikes, and Boxing Gloves: Adventure Writer in the Kingdom of Siam

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Adventure writer Antonio Graceffo began his eight month long odyssey by living with forest monks, studying kick boxing in Thailand's last Muay Thai Temple. He rode his bicycle to Burma, walked to the top of Chiang Mai's tallest peak, and was the first to attempt to trace the Doi Saket River to its source. A departure from his standard, self-serving brand of humorous, if narcissistic and somewhat offensive, adventure writing, he spent time with the Akha Hill Tribe and documented the plight of a marginalized people. From a canoe trip down the Maekok river, to accompanying tribal people on a hunting trip with cross bows and muzzleloaders, the book is funny, informative, and meaningful.

The Desert of Death on Three Wheels

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After studying at the Shaolin Temple during the SARs crisis and then living in Thailand for eight months learning the art of Muay Thai, adventure writer Antonio Graceffo decided to rest his body. So, he chose to cross the Taklamakan Desert - on a three-wheel bicycle. Not the "rest" he expected! Then, he accepted an invitation to play in the world famous Elephant Polo tournament held in Thailand. Many amazing and unexpected things happen during these two adventures! This is a must read for anyone who enjoys real-life aventure stories.

Adventure of Formusa

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Antonio rode his bicycle 1,500 KM around the island of Formosa. Next, he climbed some of its tallest peaks, traced its longest rivers, and mounted a search into its deepest gorge, to find the body of a missing American. Through all his adventures, he continued to box and practice kung fu when he could
Most people only know Taiwan as a place where computers are assembled, but Antonio discovered the Island of Formosa is unbelievably beautiful, and it offers unlimited adventure, if you are willing to look for it.

Around the World and Back to Your Beginnings

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The wisdom of Shaolin Temple monks and years of adventures in the deserts and mountains of South East Asia culminate in this motivational message which will help you to discover your own path. In fact, you are on it already.
Motivational CD "Around the World and Back to Your Beginnings¡± by professional martial artist and published author, Antonio Graceffo, tells us" You are fine the way you are.