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~ Benjamin P. Lo (Author), Martin Inn (Author), Susan Foe (Author), Robert Amacker (Author) "In motion all parts of the body must be light nimble and strung together..." (more)
Key Phrases: thirteen postures, T'ai Chi Ch'uan
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A handbook of the classical Chinese literature on which the art of t'ai chi is based. First English translation of the classic texts of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. This is required reading for practitioners of every style.

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  • Paperback: 104 pages
  • Publisher: North Atlantic Books (January 21, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0913028630
  • ISBN-13: 978-0913028636
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A rich, timeless treatise on the principles of tai chi chuan, September 23, 1999
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This book has become a bible for me as a practitioner of tai chi chuan and push-hands for the past twenty years. It is a collection of brief, often poetic classic writings from the tai chi masters. I read it at least twice a year, and I consider it a must-read for any advanced practitioners of the internal martial arts.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Wing Chun Practitioners Too, March 14, 2005
By Armando Sainz "Armando Sainz" (Jacksonville, Florida USA) - See all my reviews
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I found that this book contains the best writings on Wing Chun available. It was recommended to me by my teacher's teacher. I know it's about Tai Chi concepts but the astute Wing Chun practitioner will benefit immensely from it. No it doesn't show any forms. It's not a "how to" book. It's a "learn deeper things about what you already know" book.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A great introduction to tai chi theory, January 4, 2002
By John Ball (Baltimore, MD USA) - See all my reviews
This book is a new translation of a number of classical tai chi texts. The translations are clear, and the language flows well. The translators also included brief explications of difficult terms withing the text itself so as not to disrupt the flow of words. The presentation of the book is well done, with many illustrations and pages of calligraphy. While fairly short, this book is very nice introduction to the classic Chinese texts on tai chi.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A must have!
This is a book you will come back to for as long as you practice Tai Chi Chuan. What can one say... they're called the classics for a reason...
Published 2 months ago by J. C. H. Bauermeister

5.0 out of 5 stars Up down left and right
This is a Tai Chi handbook filled with aphorisms from the generations of practitioners. Its not only a very original set of writings, but also indispensable for a Tai Chi player... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Igor Lurye

5.0 out of 5 stars A great resoource for advanced students.
After 10 years of Tai Chi Chuan practice advanced books like this are becoming a valuable resource. Until you understand chi flow, rooting, adhering, following, and the myriad of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by T. Brightwell

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't go wrong!
This is classical literature of Chinese internal martial arts. There's no denying it, this book is one of those that you keep on your shelf and constantly refer to - reading it a... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Orange County Wing Chun

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Great for any Internal Martial Art's practitioner, this book can be understood on a different level as your level of understanding increases. Read more
Published on June 8, 2007 by Stev

5.0 out of 5 stars Long time T'ai Chi student
A wonderful little book of thoughts and peoms to go with T'ai Chi. It's title is extremely apt. I would recommend it to all who love T'ai Chi
Published on January 5, 2007 by K. Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended with Five Stars
Great book! It showcases the Tai Chi Classics from centuries of martial masters.I highly recommend this to all martial artists.
Published on December 19, 2006 by Adam J. Williss

4.0 out of 5 stars nice early translation
The tai chi classics are essential study for any halfway serious student of tai chi, martial arts, or life in general. Read more
Published on October 14, 2006 by Leonard Friedland

4.0 out of 5 stars Susan Foe, who wrote the introduction and edited the book
was left out as a co-author, please remedy this oversight.
Published on April 8, 2002 by Vorpal Blade

5.0 out of 5 stars The greatest way to learn the phylosophy behind the movement
Any serious Tai Chi practitioner will know that Tai Chi is more than just movement. This book presents the original Tai Chi texts translated into english, which allow the reader... Read more
Published on March 15, 2002 by Pablo

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