Chinese Kung Fu (Paperback)

Guangxi Wang

ISBN 10: 0521186641 / ISBN 13: 9780521186643

Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2012

Paperback. Wushu, the Chinese martial art form known as kung fu in the West, embodies traditional Chinese culture and reflects the self defense and fitness practices of the Chinese people. The core philosophy of wushu is drawn from Confucian, Taoist and Buddhist principles and the Eastern philosophy that humans are an integral part of nature. In this illustrated introduction Wang Guangxi discusses the theory, schools, weapons and development of this distinctive and captivating branch of Chinese culture from ancient times to the present day, including its representation in literature and film. Wushu, the Chinese martial art form known as kung fu in the West, embodies traditional Chinese culture. In this illustrated introduction Wang Guangxi discusses the development of this captivating branch of Chinese culture from ancient times to the present day, including its representation in literature and film. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780521186643

Synopsis:

An illustrated introduction to the history and development of kung fu, a fascinating and popular branch of traditional Chinese culture.

About the Author: Wang Guangxi, also known as Lu Cao, was a Fellow in the Henan Research Institute of Culture and History, Standing Director of the Modern Chinese Literature Research Society and Deputy Dean of Wushu Culture Research Center, Physical Education Institute, Zhengzhou University. His life was devoted to modern literature and wushu research and he published widely on his research interests.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Chinese Kung Fu (Paperback)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new
Edition: 3rd Edition