The Rise and Evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Democratization — Robert Drysdale

A companion volume to "Opening Closed Guard" that looks at how BJJ spread beyond closed circles and became a global practice. Drysdale explores how pedagogy, competition, media, and cross-training opened the art to broader communities, documenting pivotal teams, events, and structural changes that “democratized” access.

Expect a mix of historical essays and curated primary sources that connect mid-century Brazil to the modern worldwide scene.

https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Evolution-Brazilian-Jiu-Jitsu-Democratization/dp/B0CCQWBVK1