The Complete Book Of T'ai Chi (DK Living)

Stewart McFarlane

ISBN 10: 0789442590 / ISBN 13: 9780789442598

Published by DK Publishing, 1999

About this Item

The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.

Seller Inventory # BSM.15EZ6

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Complete Book Of T'ai Chi (DK Living)
• Publisher: DK Publishing
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0789442590
• ISBN 13: 9780789442598
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

About this title

Synopsis

Demonstrates various t'ai chi movements and postures, and describes the health benefits of the martial art

Review

T'ai chi ch'uan is usually seen as a ritualized series of movements--an exercise system, rather than a martial art. But it began as a fighting system, and this book shows both aspects: a long, clearly illustrated section detailing the 37 movements, or forms, that can be practiced as a mode of physical and mental exercise; and a shorter section on self-defense applications. Although you'll still probably want to take classes if you're interested in pursuing t'ai chi, Stewart McFarlane's Complete Book makes it seem very accessible and understandable.