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  • Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)
  • Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)
  • Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)
  • Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)
  • Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)
  • Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)

Chinese Kung Fu: The Philosophy and Tradition of Chinese Martial Arts (Humanistic China Series)

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Explore the Origins, Styles, and Cultural Wisdom of China‘s Ancient Martial Arts Tradition
An insightful guide to the history and philosophy of Chinese martial arts, tracing its origins from ancient warfare to modern practice.
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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:

    • Origins & History: Trace the evolution of Chinese martial arts from ancient combat techniques to the structured disciplines practiced today-1-17.

    • Philosophy & Principles: Understand the core philosophies—drawing from Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism—that shape the “martial spirit”-17.

    • Styles & Schools: An overview of major martial arts schools and the regional traditions that produced them-1-6.

    • The Martial World: Insights into the legendary “Jianghu” (martial world), its culture, and its place in Chinese imagination-1.

    • 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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