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Author | : Stephen Selby |
Publisher | : Hong Kong University Press |
Total Pages | : 445 |
Release | : 2000-01-01 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9622095011 |
Download Chinese Archery Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Chinese Archery is a broad view of traditional archery in China as seen through the eyes of historians, philosophers, poets, artists, novelists and strategists from 1500 BC until the present century. The book is written around parallel text translations of classical chinese sources some famous and some little known in which Chinese writers give vivid and detailed explanations of the techniques of bow-building, archery and crossbow technique over the centuries. The author is both a sinologist and practising archer; his translations make the original Chinese texts accessible to the non-specialist. Written for readers who may never have picked up a book about China, but still containing a wealth of detail for Chinese scholars, the book brings the fascinating history of Chinese archery back to life through the voices of its most renowned practitioners.
Author | : Jie Tian |
Publisher | : Schiffer Military History |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015-02-28 |
Genre | : Archery |
ISBN | : 9780764347917 |
Download The Way of Archery Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The Way of Archery provides a detailed introduction to practicing archery in the traditional Chinese military style. It explains the basics of how to shoot using the Asian thumb ring: proper posture, training regimen, equipment, and avoiding pitfalls in shooting. The thorough translation and commentary (with original and new illustrations) provide a fresh and practical perspective on Gao Ying's 1637 archery treatise (which, itself, influenced generations of archers in East Asia). The authors themselves are active practitioners of Chinese archery, having spent an endless amount of time and effort vetting their understanding of this old manual and putting its ideas into practice. Through this process, the authors have been able to make this archery text accessible to modern readers. Not only will the reader come to understand the technical side of the Way of Archery, but will connect with the philosophy and spirit of the ancient Chinese warriors.
Author | : Ralph D. Sawyer |
Publisher | : Basic Books |
Total Pages | : 576 |
Release | : 2011-03-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0465023347 |
Download Ancient Chinese Warfare Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The history of China is a history of warfare. Rarely in its 3,000-year existence has the country not been beset by war, rebellion, or raids. Warfare was a primary source of innovation, social evolution, and material progress in the Legendary Era, Hsia dynasty, and Shang dynasty--indeed, war was the force that formed the first cohesive Chinese empire, setting China on a trajectory of state building and aggressive activity that continues to this day. In Ancient Chinese Warfare, a preeminent expert on Chinese military history uses recently recovered documents and archaeological findings to construct a comprehensive guide to the developing technologies, strategies, and logistics of ancient Chinese militarism. The result is a definitive look at the tools and methods that won wars and shaped culture in ancient China.
Author | : Hing Chao |
Publisher | : Springer Nature |
Total Pages | : 363 |
Release | : 2023-04-11 |
Genre | : Social Science |
ISBN | : 9811683212 |
Download Chinese Archery Studies Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This book, the first research publication on China’s archery culture to appear in the English language, introduces the historic development, key concepts, and research methodologies for archery studies. Archery was the most important weapon of war in pre-modern China; at the same time, archery practice was intimately tied to Confucius’ cultural and pedagogic ideals. Chinese archery was divided into the domains of military archery (wushe) and ritual archery (lishe), and may be further distinguished into han (Chinese) and hu (barbarian) archery traditions. Bringing together the leading scholars in this field, including Ma Mingda, Stephen Selby, Ma Lianzhen, Peter Dekker, and others, this book presents the most comprehensive statement on archery studies to date. In particular, it provides an in-depth survey of archery development during the Qing period and offers a unique cultural perspective to understanding China’s last imperial dynasty—through the lens of Manchu archery.
Author | : Charles E. Grayson |
Publisher | : University of Missouri Press |
Total Pages | : 269 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 082626610X |
Download Traditional Archery from Six Continents Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
"An overview of one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of European and non-European archery-related materials in the world. This book presents color photos and descriptions of some 300 items - including bows, arrows, quivers, and thumb rings- that represent traditional archery techniques, practices, and customs from around the world"--Provided by publisher.
Author | : Linda Sue Park |
Publisher | : Yearling Books |
Total Pages | : 178 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 0440422043 |
Download Archer's Quest Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Twelve-year-old Kevin Kim helps Chu-mong, a legendary king of ancient Korea, return to his own time.
Author | : Nicholas Duvernay, PH D |
Publisher | : Independently Published |
Total Pages | : 226 |
Release | : 2021-07-26 |
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ISBN | : |
Download Korean Traditional Archery Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This book is a black and white revision of the color print book and contains all the same information. An ebook edition was made in 2015. This book covers all aspects of Korean traditional archery, from its long history, on through talking about equipment (bows, arrows, thumb rings, etc.), shooting technique, archery grounds, competitions, philosophy and etiquette, and more. It is an ideal book for those who aspire to become proficient in Korean traditional archery or even those who just have an interest in it.
Author | : R. Barry Harmon |
Publisher | : Dog Ear Publishing |
Total Pages | : 168 |
Release | : 2018-02-20 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 145755755X |
Download Kuk Sool Goong: Korean Martial Art Archery Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Korean traditional archery known as “Kukgung” (국궁) (alternate spelling “Kuk Goong”) is practiced throughout Korea and in many parts of the world. I will be using the alternate spelling “Kuk Goong” throughout this book. Kuk Goong is a beautiful and compelling art. There is a copious amount of information about Kuk Goong (Kukgung국궁) published and available on the internet so I will not say much about it except as it applies to our World Kuk Sool Association® (WKSA®) martial art archery. This book is meant to introduce readers to the training and practice of “Kuk Sool Goong” (국술궁). Kuk Sool (국술) is a Korean traditional martial art that includes the training and practice of Korean martial art archery. The World Kuk Sool Association® (WKSA®) martial art archery uses the same fundamental equipment as “Kuk Goong” and the first posture is the same. After that WKSA® teaches many different postures and distances for shooting and that makes it (or us) different from “Traditional Kuk Goong”. I will introduce the archery requirements and rules for World Kuk Sool Association® (WKSA®) competition as well as the fundamental, intermediate and advanced postures for training in “Kuk Sool Goong” (Kuk Sool archery). I will also introduce Kuk Sool Goong Shi Juhn “Arrow Shooting Battle.” Sometimes it’s also called “Archery Sparring.” This book is meant to introduce the reader to traditional Korean martial art archery as taught and practiced by the World Kuk Sool Association®.
Author | : Hideharu Onuma |
Publisher | : Kodansha International |
Total Pages | : 188 |
Release | : 1993 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9784770017345 |
Download Kyudo Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This guide to the spiritual and technical practice of this graceful martialrt, by 15th-generation master Hideharu Onuma, includes illustrations andare photographs.
Author | : Eugen Herrigel |
Publisher | : Penguin Books, Limited (UK) |
Total Pages | : 107 |
Release | : 1985 |
Genre | : Archery |
ISBN | : 9780140190748 |
Download Zen in the Art of Archery Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The path to achieving Zen (a balance between the body and the mind) is brilliantly explained by Professor Eugen Herrigel in this timeless account. This book is the result of the author's six year quest to learn archery in the hands of Japanese Zen masters. It is an honest account of one man's journey to complete abandonment of 'the self' and the Western principles that we use to define ourselves. Professor Herrigel imparts knowledge from his experiences and guides the reader through physical and spiritual lessons in a clear and insightful way. Mastering archery is not the key to achieving Zen, and this is not a practical guide to archery. It is more a guide to Zen principles and learning and perfect for practitioners and non-practitioners alike.