Taiji Jian 32-Posture Sword Form

Cover Type: Softcover
Book Condition: Fine
Jacket Condition: None Issued
Publisher: SINGING DRAGON
Publisher Place: Uk
Publisher Year: 2009
Edition: First Edition

Description: 222 pages. Ex-Library. Book appears to have hardly been read and is in Fine condition throughout.

Publishers Description: The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Tàijíquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation. Written by an experienced teacher of Tàijíquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Tàijíquan.

ISBN: 9781848190115