Mysteries of the Life Force: My Apprenticeship with a Chi Kung Master [Paperback]

Peter Meech (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 3, 2007

By turns suspenseful, philosophical, and humorous, this book chronicles the first seven years of an extraordinary apprenticeship in Toronto between a young man and a celebrated chi kung master from Shanghai. Many astonishing events occurred, such as frequent telepathic exchanges between master and student, the throwing of chi-energy over great distances, and at least one instance of what could be called Jedi mind control, right out of the movie Star Wars.

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"A beautifully written introduction to an ancient Eastern discipline. This engrossing tale provides an adventure more authentic than the Castaneda books." -- Stanley Krippner, PhD, co-author, Becoming Psychic

"A beautifully written introduction to an ancient Eastern discipline. This engrossing tale provides an adventure more authentic than the Castaneda books." -- Stanley Krippner, PhD, co-author, Becoming Psychic

"Sparkles with wit, wisdom, and facts found nowhere else. If another book on chi kung is more engaging, I haven't read it." -- Alberto Villoldo, PhD, author, The Four Insights

About the Author

PETER MEECH was born in Toronto, is a citizen of the United States and Canada, and received a Master's degree in communications from Stanford University, where he won a Stanford Nicol award for writing. He currently gives private instruction in chi kung and is a writer and producer in Los Angeles.

Product Details

• Paperback: 151 pages
• Publisher: Sentient Publications (April 3, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591810558
• ISBN-13: 978-1591810551
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #320,141 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting, Witty Journey, July 17, 2007

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Ronald M. Lieberman (Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mysteries of the Life Force: My Apprenticeship with a Chi Kung Master (Paperback)

In 1985, the author encountered the world of Chi Kung, an eastern discipline which supposedly involves tapping into a mysterious and immensely powerful "Life Force".

In MYSTERIES OF THE LIFE FORCE, the author is not trying to convince us that Chi Kung exists nor is he attempting to proselytize us with a "Why You Must" tract nor is he offering us an illustrated "How You Can" manual.

The book is more of a "Let me tell you a story about some strange things that happened to me." In the end, it is up to the reader to make of the account what he or she will.

The story relates the author's experiences as he enters a rather weird and magical landscape filled with things that Western science can not contemplate, let alone explain.

Because of the author's intelligent, articulate, engaging, non-judgmental and very witty approach, we gladly accompany him along on a journey which traverses a landscape somewhere between GULLIVER'S TRAVELS, ALICE IN WONDERLAND and THE DANCING WU-LI MASTERS.

The slender book is populated with quirky, humorous characters who are presented with grace and generosity. As we accompany him on his narrative journey, the author draws on excellent background in literature, lore, philosophy, Eastern traditions and shares with us a delicious treat full of whimsical insights and little known facts.

The story itself is highly readable, wise and witty.

Whether one believe in the Chi or not, one can not help but be enchanted by this charming, well-written book.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read this book if you are interested in qigong!, March 4, 2008

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This review is from: Mysteries of the Life Force: My Apprenticeship with a Chi Kung Master (Paperback)

Most books about qigong try to demonstrate a movement or breathing style that folks can't actually learn from a book. Peter Meech's experiences reveal what is REALLY required to learn qigong. The traditional teaching method utilizing the art of energy projection, combined with student dedication, is THE way to learn qigong.

Way to go, Peter! I am making this book required reading for all my qigong students. This is the best book about qigong I have read in a long time.

Michael Lomax, author of A Light Warrior's Guide To High Level Energy Healing: Medical Qigong & A Shaman's Healing Vision

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dr. Chow Would Be Proud, August 31, 2008

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This review is from: Mysteries of the Life Force: My Apprenticeship with a Chi Kung Master (Paperback)

Just finished this book, which took longer than expected because I found I was enjoying it so much that I decided to sip it rather than chug it down. It's truly a wonderful book: unpretentious yet artful, touching yet substantial, informative yet humorous. Peter Meech manages to maintain the same light touch throughout his very memorable tale -- offering readers a uniquely personal look at his experiences with Dr. Chow and the mysteries of Chi Kung. Certainly not a how-to book, unless the subjects are how to be a mindful student and write a charming book.