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T'ai Chi Ch'uan: A Simplified Method of Calisthenics for Health & Self Defense (Paperback)

by Cheng Man-Ch'ing (Author) "The aim of practicing Tai-chi Ch'uan as physical exercise is twofold: the substantive or that which aims at making up the "body" of the exercise;..." (more)
Key Phrases: T'ai-chi Ch'uan, Lan Ch'ueh Wei, Thirteen Chapters
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"T'ai Chi Ch'uan as an art form of self-defense must completely spurn both physical bravery and muscular force. One is told that 'in any action, the whole body must be made as light and free-moving as possible;' so light that 'the addition of a feather will be felt for its weight, and so free-moving that a fly cannot alight on it without setting it in motion.'"
-Cheng Man-Ch'ing

Product Description
This is the original classic about Short Form, the most popular and widespread form of T'ai Chi in the West. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a must-read for every serious T'ai Chi student. This book is not meant to "teach" T'ai Chi Ch'uan, but meant to expound upon its meaning to the earnest practitioner; to offer the layperson a glimpse into this ancient art; and to communicate the author's unique perceptions and experiences that only a lifetime of practice can cultivate. Taken in this context, this is a most valuable book.

Product Details
  • Paperback: 159 pages
  • Publisher: Blue Snake Books (January 11, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0913028851
  • ISBN-13: 978-0913028858
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #101,918 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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