A Study of Taijiquan

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This extensively illustrated primer is the first English edition of Sun’s classic 1919 book which explores both the theory and practice of the style, with emphasis on movements and postures. Tim Cartmell’s translation provides both a standard by which practitioners can judge themselves and valuable information relevant to all versions of taijiquan. Tim Cartmell has done the American Taijiquan community a great service translating Sun Lutang’s books into English.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Blue Snake Books
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 31, 2003
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 232 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1556434626
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1556434624
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.56 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #193,091 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #130 in Tai Chi & Qi Gong #299 in Sports History (Books) #323 in Martial Arts (Books)
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