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  • Mantis Boxing Anthology

    by Daniel M. Amos, Martin Eisen, Dwight C. Edwards, Ilya Profatilov ...
    A praying mantis insect faces any danger regardless of it’s opponent’s size and strength. If you’ve seen their parade of innate fearlessness, it is easy to see why they have inspired the creation of a Chinese martial art style. This anthology assembles the work of four highly qualified authors who present rare information about praying mantis boxing. ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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  • The Essence and Applications of Taijiquan

    by Yang Chengfu ...
    Translated by Louis Swaim ...
    The publication in 1934 of Yang Chengfu's book, Essence and Applications of Taijiquan (Taijiquan Tiyong Quanshu) marked a milestone in the modern evolution of the art of taijiquan. Using what is best-termed demonstration narrative, the author presents form postures and suggested applications from his own perspective, as he performed them. This methodology renders Yang Chengfu's direct, hands-on ... Read more

    Was $11.99 USD Now $9.99 USD

  • The Book of Chinese Names: A Guide to Auspicious and Elegant Names

    by Goh Kheng Chuan, Goh Kheng Yew ...
    What makes a good Chinese name and how does the name shape destinies and character? How do you ensure that the name is meaningful, elegant and auspicious at the same time?This book provides all the knowledge you need for devising a good Chinese name for your child.This book covers:- Creative Methods For Naming: Number of Strokes Theory, Chinese Horoscope, The Five Elements, The Eight Characters ... Read more

    $9.90 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    Developed by Wang Lang over 300 years ago, Praying Mantis Kung Fu is the only martial art based on the fighting skills of an insect. This fascinating system utilizes swift, methodical movements for defense and offense, and is well respected as an art that helps practitioners develop great strength and perseverance. The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu provides an in-depth look at ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Ancient Art of Tea

    Wisdom From the Ancient Chinese Tea Masters

    by Warren Peltier ...
    The Ancient Art of Tea is a delightful look at the philosophy, history, and culture of tea in China.The health benefits of tea, whether white, green, oolong or black, are well known in our world today. However, creating the perfect, healthy cup of tea is a process few people genuinely understand. As expert Warren Peltier explains, making an ideal cup of tea is a dynamic process that requires the ... Read more

    $12.29 USD

  • Ba Zi - The Four Pillars of Destiny

    Understanding Character, Relationships and Potential Through Chinese Astrology

    by Serge Augier ...
    This westerner's guide to Chinese astrology (Ba Zi) explains the basis on which charts are drawn up, how they work, and how they provide the tools to understand ourselves and our relationships with others.Ba Zi is the art of understanding the energies present in a person's life from birth to death and how these energies impact on their behaviour and interactions. As well as providing an ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

  • The Complete Tai Chi Tutor

    A structured course to achieve professional expertise

    by Dan Docherty ...
    Series series The Gaia Complete Tutor
    Dan Docherty's The Complete Tai Chi Tutor leads you on a spiritual journey towards understanding the key principles and history of the art of Tai Chi.It investigates what is known and unknown concerning the origins and history of Tai Chi, from the ancient texts of Chinese civilization to the 21st century, and explores some key questions on the way. Docherty considers the practicalities of teaching ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Complete Tai Chi Chuan

    by Dan Docherty ...
    Complete Tai Chi Chuan is the first book in English to deal extensively with the concepts of 'inside the door' training and the inner art, including therapeutic and martial aspects of Taoist internal alchemy. Drawing on original historical research, the author identifies the links between the art and Chinese philosophy. Fully illustrated throughout, the book includes: history, theory and ... Read more

    $14.09 USD

  • The Mysterious Power of Xingyi Quan

    A Complete Guide to History, Weapons and Fighting Skills

    by Master Tang Cheong Shing ...
    The ancient Chinese martial art of Xingyi Quan is known for its explosive internal power. Closely related to both Taiji Quan and Bagua Quan, Xingyi is regarded as the most esoteric, and the most dangerous of the fighting arts, though the purposes of consistent practice include health and spiritual development.This in-depth guide is the first to cover the history and traditions of the art in such a ... Read more

    $45.99 USD

  • Treasury of Chinese Folk Tales

    Beloved Myths and Legends from the Middle Kingdom

    by Shelley Fu ...
    Illustrated by Patrick Yee ...
    This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories—providing insight into a rich literary culture.Treasury of Chinese Folk Tales is a wonderful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and ... Read more

    Was $17.99 USD Now $12.99 USD

  • Chineasy

    The Easy Way to Learn Chinese

    by ShaoLan Hsueh ...

    $14.99 USD

  • The Cult of the Fox

    Power, Gender, and Popular Religion in Late Imperial and Modern China

    by Xiaofei Kang ...
    For more than five centuries the shamanistic fox cult has attracted large portions of the Chinese population and appealed to a wide range of social classes. Deemed illicit by imperial rulers and clerics and officially banned by republican and communist leaders, the fox cult has managed to survive and flourish in individual homes and community shrines throughout northern China. In this new work, ... Read more

    $67.49 USD