The Tiger/Crane Form of Hung Gar Kung-Fu (Literary Links to the Orient) [Paperback]

Bucksam Kong (Author), Gregory Lee (Editor), Thomas Sanders (Photographer)

Book Description

Series: Literary Links to the Orient | Publication Date: May 1, 1983

Master Bucksam Kong reveals the closely guarded techniques of the ferocious yet graceful art of the tiger/crane form of hung gar kung-fu. This classic text covers every aspect of the eponymous form, which melds the powerful attacks of the tiger with the elusive, flowing techniques of the crane.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Black Belt Communications; Reprint. edition (May 1, 1983)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0897500873
• ISBN-13: 978-0897500876
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #834,594 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent resource on traditional Hung Gar kung fu., January 12, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Tiger/Crane Form of Hung Gar Kung-Fu (Literary Links to the Orient) (Paperback)

As a student of Sifu Kong, I have studied this book for several years as I have progressed in this style. This book does an excellent job of showing proper technique, stance, and application. It shows some application of the techniques, and also leaves the reader with the sense there is more to learn, which is true. Sifu Kong cautions at the beginning that true mastery and understanding cannot be obtained from a book, but must be sought from an experienced teacher. As such, this book can be an excellent training guide, or introduction to the beautiful and efficient art of Hung Gar.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars well-presented, no concepts, March 5, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: The Tiger/Crane Form of Hung Gar Kung-Fu (Literary Links to the Orient) (Paperback)

The techniques are described only in terms how to move, not why. None of the concepts of hung gar are introduced. Even the most basic principles are left out. The structure of the form isn't discussed. Combinations are not highlighted. Although there are ample "applications", in many cases they are fairly obvious. Fu Hok deserves a deep and detailed publication. Once again, this is not it.

All that being said, this book is a good, inexpensive reference for the the outward gestures of the form. Although without details regarding these gestures, its usefulness is severely limited.

I've heard that the video doesn't include the form, so "caveat emptor"

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and Precise Form & Application, May 14, 2001

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C. J. Hardman (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tiger/Crane Form of Hung Gar Kung-Fu (Literary Links to the Orient) (Paperback)

Buck Sam Kong gives us a Step-by-step demonstration of the Tiger-Crane Set (form) accompanied by application of the form. Not much on history, etc.--this is first and foremost an exhaustive technical guide to the Hung Gar Kung Fu Tiger Crane Form. Includes transition photos which document the entire technique.

This book is Kong's third, after "Sil Lum Gung Fu: Lau Gar Kuen" (privately published and not to be confused with Fung's book of similar title), and "Hung Gar Kung Fu" (also by Ohara Publications).