{"product_id":"9781594399022","title":"Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming 2nd ed","description":"Author: Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang PhD\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781594399022\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: YMAA Publication Center\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 12 Oct 2023\u003cbr\u003ePages: 301 \u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfound - In Depth - Taijiquan Theory\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the last seven centuries, many songs and poems have been composed about Taijiquan. These have played a major role in preserving the knowledge and wisdom of the masters, although in many cases, the identity of the authors and the dates of origin have been lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs lifelong pursuit, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming has translated many of these documents and according to him, believes many are incomplete for reasons relating to: forgotten oral secrets, the original authors personal understanding being too narrowly focused, and many documents that have gone missing could help unify Taijiquan theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn response, his book Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is an attempt to join the various theories on Taijiquan in one complete text.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is structured with treaties, songs, and poems, followed by the original Chinese text and interpretations of the passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContents include\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegulating the body, breath, mind, Qi \u0026amp; spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis of Jin, pushing hands and sparring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaijiquan's long range and short range fighting strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship of Jin and Qi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe unification of the internal Qi and external physical manifestations of Qi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Based upon my personal background and understanding, I have tried my best to compile the Taijiquan Theory and practice concepts in this book. I have attempted to make this effort as complete as possible\". -Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis second edition includes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdatedpnynthat includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of Chinese words).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated Chinese text character font (providing better readability).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47920605626526,"sku":"ING-9781594399022","price":51.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781594399022.jpg?v=1782825739","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781594399022","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}