It's a dangerous world out there, and knowing how to protect yourself against would-be assailants is a skill that should be in every girl's bag of tricks. Get your kicks with a book that teaches self-defense -- and self-esteem. <br> As movies like <i>Kill Bill, Tomb Raider</i>, and <i>Charlie's Angels</i> have demonstrated, the martial arts aren t just for boys anymore. <i>Kung Fu for Girls</i> is a funky, handbag-sized book of self-defense techniques that will get you out of any tight spot.<br> With step-by-step instructions and dynamic illustrations, martial arts trainer Simon Harrison shows how every part of your body -- hands, hips, knees, elbows, even your butt! -- can be used to fend off potential attackers. From palm strikes to slap blocks to stiletto stomps, it's full of useful techniques for college students, city dwellers, and butt-kicking 'girls' of all ages.