Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)
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Discover the Spirit of Chinese Kung Fu
For readers interested in martial arts, Chinese culture, or the philosophy behind the practice, this book offers a clear and engaging introduction. Published by China Intercontinental Press as part of the acclaimed “Humanistic China Series,” this volume explores the full spectrum of Chinese martial arts tradition-1-6.
Inside this book, you will explore:
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Origins & History: Trace the evolution of Chinese martial arts from ancient combat techniques to the structured disciplines practiced today-1-17.
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Philosophy & Principles: Understand the core philosophies—drawing from Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism—that shape the “martial spirit”-17.
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Styles & Schools: An overview of major martial arts schools and the regional traditions that produced them-1-6.
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The Martial World: Insights into the legendary “Jianghu” (martial world), its culture, and its place in Chinese imagination-1.
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Weapons & Training: A look at traditional weaponry and the stages of martial arts training-1.
Written by Wang Guangxi (1941–2008), a renowned researcher of martial arts culture and former researcher at the Henan Academy of Social Sciences, this book reflects a lifetime of scholarship on Chinese martial arts and wushu culture



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