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.
| ISBN: | 9780521186643 |
| Publication date: | 9th March 2012 |
| Author: | Guangxi Wang |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 122 pages |
| Series: | Introductions to Chinese Culture |
| Genres: |
Martial arts Cultural studies |
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.
Chinese Kung Fu features in the following genres: Martial arts, Cultural studies
Chinese Kung Fu is available in Paperback
Chinese Kung Fu was written by Guangxi Wang and published by Cambridge University Press
Chinese Kung Fu has 122 pages
Yes it is part of Introductions to Chinese Culture series
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