An illustrated introduction to the history and development of kung fu, a fascinating and popular branch of traditional Chinese culture. 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. 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. 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 Chinesepeople. The core philosophy of wushu is drawn from Confucian, Taoist and Buddhist principles and the Eastern philosophy that humans are an integral part ofnature. 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. INDICE: Foreword; 1. The origins of martial arts; 2. Schools of wushu; 3. Weapons; 4. Three stages of Chinese wushu practice; 5. Characteristics of Chinese wushu; 6. Chinese wushu and Chinese culture; 7. Chinese and foreign wushu exchange; 8. The development of modern Chinese wushu; Appendix 1. Notes on wushu exercises; Appendix 2. Chronological table of the Chinese dynasties.
- ISBN: 978-0-521-18664-3
- Editorial: Cambridge University
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 122
- Fecha Publicación: 09/03/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés