| Edition |
Rev. ed. |
| Description |
1 online resource (xxi, 192 pages) : illustrations |
| Note |
Previous edition: 2002. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-188) and index. |
| Contents |
The philosophy of taoism, from a western perspecive -- History of tai chi chuan -- The eight pa qua trigrams -- The five elements -- wu hsing -- The science of the inner breath -- chi kung. |
| Note |
Print version record. |
| Summary |
Describes the various styles of Tai Chi Chuan, exploring its roots in the Chinese philosophy of Taoism as well as elaborating on the evolution it has undergone over millennia. This book provides an introduction to both the theory and key practices of Tai Chi Chuan for the beginner, and multi-level insights for the seasoned practitioner. |
| Subject |
Tai chi -- History.
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Tai chi -- Philosophy.
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Tai chi.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Exercise.
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Tai chi. (OCoLC)fst01142027
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Tai chi -- Philosophy.
(OCoLC)fst01142028
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| Genre/Form |
History. (OCoLC)fst01411628
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| Added Title |
Revealing the deeper mysteries of China's ancient art for health and harmony |
| Other Form: |
Print version. Tai chi chuan and the code of life. London Singing Dragon, ©2008 9781848190016 (OCoLC)182730812 |
| ISBN |
9781846428067 (electronic bk.) |
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1846428068 (electronic bk.) |
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