The Tao of Health and Longevity [Paperback]

Da Liu (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1997

The Master who brought t'ai chi ch'uan to the West shows how Chinese exercises can lead to along and healthy life
-- Offers practical, fully illustrated instructions in breathing and 50 essential t'ai chi ch'uan forms

This introduction to the benefits of t'ai chi ch'uan reveals in a reissued edition the powerful Taoist principles that have helped many to attain longer and healthier lives. Master Liu demonstrates various exercises designed to promote good digestion; maintain proper blood pressure; bolster the immune system; and prevent, or even cure, heart disease and cancer. This guide also covers Chinese foods, herbs, and teas.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Marlowe & Co; Revised edition (June 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569247188
• ISBN-13: 978-1569247181
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #482,949 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A TRUE GEM AND MUST READ FOR PEACE AND HEALTH!, April 21, 2000

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R. L. Noel "yung4evr" (Bellevue, Washington USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tao of Health and Longevity (Paperback)

Probably the BEST book I have ever read on attaining mental peace and physical health. I consider this the ultimate guide for achieving purity of mind and body. Of all the books I have on health and longevity, I am amazed at how often I refer to this one for guidance. Da Liu can be considered the father of T'ai Chi in this country as he introduced the ancient exercises in the U.S. in the 1950s. The book provides programmed guidance on not only T'ai Chi itself, but also specific breathing and dietary instructions. But probably the most important information in this gem is the advice on achieving internal peace. I most highly recommend this book if your interested at all in improving your health and living a life of internal calm. The book would probably be most useful and appealing to anyone that has been exposed to other eastern or Taoist literature.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book on principles of Tai Chi., June 4, 2011

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This review is from: The Tao of Health and Longevity: The Master Who Brout T'ai Chi Ch'uan to America Shows How Chinese Exercises Can Help You Attain a Long and Healthy Life (Paperback)

Book goes through the history of Tai Chi, some good breathing exercises, explanation of the bodily systems in which health is promoted through the practices. It has photos and explanations which can augment, yet not replace, personal instruction. Enjoy!