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Outlaws of the Marsh is a story that any martial artist will love. It is a classic piece of literature full of heroes and villains, action, kung fu, right and wrong and the underdog fighting back against persecution by the powers that be.

Outlaws of the Marsh, also known as the Water Margin epic, tells the story of 108 outlaws and their adventures during the Song Dynasty. These are stories of courage, bravery, intrigue, murder and triumph over oppression. What more could a martial artist ask for in a piece of literature?

The Water Margin epic has spawned many works over the years. The characters of Outlaws of the Marsh have been played in Chinese opera, and the books have been made into everything from manga to a television mini-series.

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