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Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought

An Anthology

by Michael DeMarco, Michael Spiesbach, Charles Holcombe, Jerry Shine, Mark Wiley, Stanley Henning, Mark Hawthorne, Ken Jeremiah, Mark Kelland ...

Many know of the legends concerning the Shaolin Temple as the font of Asian martial arts. However, this was not the only temple with deep associations with combatives. This anthology dives deep into the historic significance of the relationship between temples, monks, and martial arts.As a transporter of culture, it seems logical that the Indian monk Bodhidharma brought more than just Buddhist ... Read more

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Many know of the legends concerning the Shaolin Temple as the font of Asian martial arts. However, this was not the only temple with deep associations with combatives. This anthology dives deep into the historic significance of the relationship between temples, monks, and martial arts.As a transporter of culture, it seems logical that the Indian monk Bodhidharma brought more than just Buddhist
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Okinawan Martial Traditions, Vol. 2-2

Te, Tode, Karate, Karatedo, Kobudo

by Michael DeMarco ...

This second part of Volume 2 in this book trilogy includes hundreds of pages and photographs presenting the richness of Okinawan martial traditions, from the original combatives to those influenced by Chinese and mainland Japanese martial art styles. The variety of topics shown in the table of contents indicate the depth and breath in the chapters, along with the authors who are well-known for ... Read more

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This second part of Volume 2 in this book trilogy includes hundreds of pages and photographs presenting the richness of Okinawan martial traditions, from the original combatives to those influenced by Chinese and mainland Japanese martial art styles. The variety of topics shown in the table of contents indicate the depth and breath in the chapters, along with the authors who are well-known for
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Kuntao Prodigy

Willem A. Reeders and His Elusive Martial System

by Michael DeMarco ...

For over fifty years Willem Reeders’ legend spread, detailing his Dutch-Chinese royal bloodlines, experience as a Japanese POW, work as a covert operative, role as a teacher of Bruce Lee, and more. Above all, people sought him out as a martial arts savant, fluent in open-hand techniques and weaponry. This book presents the historical setting of Reeders’ life and discusses his combat theory and ... Read more

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For over fifty years Willem Reeders’ legend spread, detailing his Dutch-Chinese royal bloodlines, experience as a Japanese POW, work as a covert operative, role as a teacher of Bruce Lee, and more. Above all, people sought him out as a martial arts savant, fluent in open-hand techniques and weaponry. This book presents the historical setting of Reeders’ life and discusses his combat theory and
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Chen T’ai Chi

Traditional Instructions from the Chen Village, Vol. 2

by Michael DeMarco, Adam Wallace, Yaron Seidman, Bosco Seung-Chul Baek, Michael Rosario Graycar ...

This two-volume anthology brings much of the rich heritage conveniently together for your reading. In this first volume, prepare yourself to sit at the feet of the main representatives of the Chen Village, including Chen Xiaowang, Chen Xiaoxing, and Wang Xi’an. Perhaps of greater importance are the clear explanations outlining each step in the learning process toward mastering Chen-style t’ai chi. ... Read more

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This two-volume anthology brings much of the rich heritage conveniently together for your reading. In this first volume, prepare yourself to sit at the feet of the main representatives of the Chen Village, including Chen Xiaowang, Chen Xiaoxing, and Wang Xi’an. Perhaps of greater importance are the clear explanations outlining each step in the learning process toward mastering Chen-style t’ai chi.
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Grappling & Throwing From the Near and Far East

by Michael DeMarco, David G. Allan, Dakin Burdick, Tim Cartmell, Shahyar Daneshgar, Allen Pittman, Marc Rowe, Steve Scott, Lee Wedlake, Justin Wolske, Andrew Zerling, Yun Zhang ...

Soon after birth, tiger cubs are instinctively drawn to wrestling. Eventually their play transforms into real skills of potentially lethal efficiency. Humans have done the same. In this anthology, you will find unique combative techniques found in some cultures as well as some techniques that are universal.Allen Pittman gives a portrayal of Dr. Tim Geoghegan’s particular blend of Eastern and ... Read more

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Soon after birth, tiger cubs are instinctively drawn to wrestling. Eventually their play transforms into real skills of potentially lethal efficiency. Humans have done the same. In this anthology, you will find unique combative techniques found in some cultures as well as some techniques that are universal.Allen Pittman gives a portrayal of Dr. Tim Geoghegan’s particular blend of Eastern and
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Tai Chi and the Daoist Spirit

by Michael DeMarco ...

The chapters in this anthology present an encompassing perspective of how some Chinese martial art styles—and most significantly taijiquan—developed and evolved along with deep rooted traditions of spirituality and the quest for health and longevity. Much in this volume deals with Daoist theories and practices, particularly its influences ranging from human energetics (qigong) and other physical ... Read more

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The chapters in this anthology present an encompassing perspective of how some Chinese martial art styles—and most significantly taijiquan—developed and evolved along with deep rooted traditions of spirituality and the quest for health and longevity. Much in this volume deals with Daoist theories and practices, particularly its influences ranging from human energetics (qigong) and other physical
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Chinese Combatives: An Anthology

by Michael DeMarco, Shannon Phelps, Daniel Amos, Tont Yang, Robert Figler, Zhang Yun, Strider Clark, Anthony Lianto, Kai Sun Ma ...

According to traditional Chinese martial arts custom, instruction in the lethal arts were transmitted under strict secrecy. At the turn of the twentieth century, the martial arts had started to be taught publically with a focus on health. However, many fighting techniques were not shown or taught. As a result, today some systems are more well-known than others. This anthology brings together some ... Read more

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According to traditional Chinese martial arts custom, instruction in the lethal arts were transmitted under strict secrecy. At the turn of the twentieth century, the martial arts had started to be taught publically with a focus on health. However, many fighting techniques were not shown or taught. As a result, today some systems are more well-known than others. This anthology brings together some
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Crossfire Southwest

Life Behind a Badge

by Michael DeMarco ...

This fictional work presents some of the daily occurrences of a career policeman, from rookie cop to the position of chief. His personal story illuminates aspects of law enforcement that will resonate in readers who value peace at home and on the streets. Warning: many of the stories are humorous.We begin in late summer, 1968. Braden Vicentin, a long-haired seventeen-year old from the east coast, ... Read more

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This fictional work presents some of the daily occurrences of a career policeman, from rookie cop to the position of chief. His personal story illuminates aspects of law enforcement that will resonate in readers who value peace at home and on the streets. Warning: many of the stories are humorous.We begin in late summer, 1968. Braden Vicentin, a long-haired seventeen-year old from the east coast,
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Chinese Martial Arts: Changing Views and Practices

by Michael DeMarco, Dietmar Stubenbaum, Charles Holcombe, Nigel Sutton, Brandon Sieg, Wing Lam, William Acevedo, Nicholas Yang, Shuai Zheng, Kai Filpiak ...

Since ancient times, some observant people have made the revered Book of Change (Yijing) their lifelong study. Change is the fundamental principle found in every aspect of our lives. Change is the Way of the universe. Confucian and Daoist texts are filled with anecdotal and philosophic discourse related to this theme. There is little wonder why we find the concept of change in the diverse Chinese ... Read more

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Since ancient times, some observant people have made the revered Book of Change (Yijing) their lifelong study. Change is the fundamental principle found in every aspect of our lives. Change is the Way of the universe. Confucian and Daoist texts are filled with anecdotal and philosophic discourse related to this theme. There is little wonder why we find the concept of change in the diverse Chinese
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T'ai Chi & Qigong for Your Health

Historical and Scientific Foundations

by Michael DeMarco, Arieh Lev Breslow, C.J. Rhoads, Dina Hayduk, Duane Crider, Shane Kachur, Nicholas Carleton, Gordon Asmundson, Kenneth S. Cohen ...

T’ai Chi and qigong are popular because of their great reputations as exercises with numerous health-related benefits. Can these benefits simply be results of placebo effects? Chapters in this e-book not only provide an interesting historical backdrop in which taiji and qigong developed, but also provide scientific support for the efficacy and effects of both modalities. Breslow’s chapter focuses ... Read more

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T’ai Chi and qigong are popular because of their great reputations as exercises with numerous health-related benefits. Can these benefits simply be results of placebo effects? Chapters in this e-book not only provide an interesting historical backdrop in which taiji and qigong developed, but also provide scientific support for the efficacy and effects of both modalities. Breslow’s chapter focuses
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Grandmaster Xiong Yanghe’s Taijiquan System

by Michael DeMarco ...

This book presents the historical background of taijiquan (tai chi) in China and one of its major representatives, Xiong Yanghe (1889-1981). By providing the time and place of Xiong's life, his involvement in the military, and his emigration to Taiwan where he taught for decades, a rare view of the fullness of taiji is presented. He had the innate ability and the opportunities to study with many ... Read more

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This book presents the historical background of taijiquan (tai chi) in China and one of its major representatives, Xiong Yanghe (1889-1981). By providing the time and place of Xiong's life, his involvement in the military, and his emigration to Taiwan where he taught for decades, a rare view of the fullness of taiji is presented. He had the innate ability and the opportunities to study with many
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Taijiquan Master Reference, Volume 1

by Michael DeMarco ...

Series Book 1 - Taijiquan Master Reference
Researchers can benefit from this handy anthology, particularly for the information and analyses presented, including the rich bibliographic listings. Taiji practitioners will also gain insights to benefit their own practice, be it for health and/or self-defense. Included here are sixty-four articles. In addition to 735 illustrations, there are glossaries, maps, charts, and bibliographies. The ... Read more

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Researchers can benefit from this handy anthology, particularly for the information and analyses presented, including the rich bibliographic listings. Taiji practitioners will also gain insights to benefit their own practice, be it for health and/or self-defense. Included here are sixty-four articles. In addition to 735 illustrations, there are glossaries, maps, charts, and bibliographies. The
... Read more

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