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A book that has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“A solid used copy. Clean pages with typical small wear markings on outer.”
EAN
9781848190115
ISBN
9781848190115

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Kingsley Publishers, Jessica
ISBN-10
1848190115
ISBN-13
9781848190115
eBay Product ID (ePID)
69557372

Product Key Features

Book Title
Tàijí Jiàn 32-Posture Sword Form
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2009
Topic
Martial Arts & Self-Defense
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Author
James Drewe
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
23.6 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2008-022623
Reviews
'James Drewe is one of the most sucessful and well organised tai chi teachers I have ever met and this is reflected in the quality of the book.' - Tai Chi Finder, James Drewe is one of the most sucessful and well organised tai chi teachers I have ever met and this is reflected in the quality of the book.
Table Of Content
Introduction.; 1. Chinese Weapons.; 2. The Jian.; 3. A Brief History of the Jian; 4. Blade Construction.; 5. Parts of the Jian; 6. The Balance of the Sword.; 7. Holding the Sword.; 8. Performing Taiji & Taiji Sword; 9. Two-Person Sword Routines.; 10. Traditional & Modern.; 11. The Sword Metaphysically.; 12. Intention.; 13. Development of the 32-Posture Form.; 14. The 13 Applications.; 15. Sword Strokes.; 16. Stances.; 17. Footwork Techniques.; 18. Leg Movements.; 19. The 32-Posture Sword Form in Competition.; 20. Music for the 32-Posture.; 21. The Sword-Fingers.; 22. Definitions of Terms Used.; 23. The 32-Posture Taiji Sword Form.; 24. Footprint Map of the Form.; 25. Breakdown of the Form.; 26. Beyond the Basics.; Acknowledgements.
Synopsis
The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Tàijíquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation.Written by an experienced teacher of Tàijíquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques.This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Tàijíquan., The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Tàijíquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation.Written by an experienced teacher of Tàijíquan, ......, The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Tàijíquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation. Written by an experienced teacher of Tàijíquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Tàijíquan., The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, T ij quan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation. Written by an experienced teacher of T ij quan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about T ij quan.
LC Classification Number
GV504.D74 2009

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