Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Arts Guide
(Paperback, 2nd New edition)
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Hardback, 2nd New edition
Published: 7th December 2023
Paperback, 2nd New edition
Published: 22nd July 1999
Publishing Details
Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Arts Guide
By (Author) Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang
YMAA Publication Center
YMAA Publication Center
22nd July 1999
2nd New edition
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Weapons and equipment
796.8155
Physical Properties
Paperback
142
Width 184mm, Height 238mm
Description
Many martial artists, once they reach a certain level of proficiency with their barehanded fighting forms, choose to expand their knowledge to include weapons techniques. But what weapon to choose Over the past 5,000 years, the Chinese have developed a vast array of weapons, built for a multitude of purposes. What are these purposes What is the background of these weapons What weapon is right for you
Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artists Guide is an easy reference guide. Profusely illustrated, easy to navigate, and conveniently broken down into four main classifications: Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile / Thrown Weapons.
Inside you will find weapons of many types, from swords and spears, sharpened coins to flying claws! Even if you're not a martial artist, but have an interest in history and warfare, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.
- Includes techniques and fighting strategy.
- History and evolution of weapons.
- Translations of Chinese terms.
- Over 130 illustrations.
Reviews
"Ancient Chinese Weapons will prove an invaluable, informative reference for students of the martial arts, Chinese studies, and Asian military histories." Midwest Book Review "Mr. Yang has surely made a valuable contribution to the community by making Chinese material about ancient Chinese weapons accessible for western readers interested in the martial arts." -- Christen Weinert Journal of Asian Martial Arts
Author Bio
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is a renowned author and teacher of Chinese martial arts and Qigong. Born in Taiwan, he has trained and taught Taijiquan, Qigong, and Chinese martial arts for over forty-five years. He is the author of over thirty books, and was elected by Inside Kung Fu magazine as one of the 10 people who has "made the greatest impact on martial arts in the past 100 years." Dr. Yang lives in Northern California.
