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1	Tai chi classics more books like this by Waysun Liao add to wishlist The outer practice of T'ai Chi movements has become popular in the West, but the inner techniques are rarely taught. According to Master Liao, without knowing the inner meaning the great power of these practices cannot be realized. This book presents three classic texts in which the inner meaning and practices of T'ai Chi is presented. The texts ... see all copies from £5.61! new only from £8.06! \| first editions
2	T'Ai Chi Ch'uan: A Simplified Method of Calisthenics for Health and Self-Defense more books like this by Ching Cheng, Cheng Man-Ch'ing, Beauson T'Seng (Translator) add to wishlist This is the original classic about Short Form, the most popular and widespread form of T'ai Chi in the West." T'ai Chi Ch'uan" is a must-read for every serious T'ai Chi student. This book is not meant to "teach" T'ai Chi Ch'uan, but meant to expound upon its meaning to the earnest practitioner; to offer the layperson a glimpse into this ancient ... see all copies from £2.39! new only from £9.21! \| first editions
3	Beginning T'Ai Chi Beginning T'Ai Chi more books like this by Tri Dang add to wishlist Describes the "simplified T'ai Chi" form, a set of movements designed by China's Ministry of Physical Culture and Sports. Master Tri's descriptions highlight the spiritual essence of the form and display its graceful simplicity. Clear illustrations accompany the instructions. see all copies from £4.01! new only from £4.01! \| first editions
4	T'Ai Chi Touchstones: Yang Family Secret Transmissions more books like this by Douglas Wile (Editor) add to wishlist This is a collection of the 19th-century teachings of three generations of the Yang family, who are credited with promoting the practice of Tai-Chi Chuan throughout China. Postures and movements are illustrated, and there are commentaries, songs, and autobiographical writings, see all copies from £11.08! new only from £11.08!
5	Tai Chi Chuan: 24 & 48 Postures with Martial Applications more books like this by Shou-Yu Liang, Wen C Wu, Liang Shou-Yu add to wishlist 24 and 48 postures with martial applications. see all copies from £7.01! new only from £7.77!
6	The Essence of Tai Chi more books like this by Waysun Liao add to wishlist The deepest benefits of Tai Chi cannot be realized without an understanding of its underlying principles. This book presents these principles through translations of three core classics of Tai Chi that are often considered the "Tai Chi Bible", accompanied by the author's insightful commentary. Master Liao demonstrates how to increase the body's ... see all copies from £1.24! new only from £1.89!
7	The Complete Book of T'Ai Chi more books like this by Stewart McFarlane add to wishlist Tai Chi Chuan is the most widely practised system of physical and mental exercise in the world. In China alone, it is estimated that some 100 million people use Tai Chi Chuan for its proven health and relaxation benefits. This practical handbook describes the Cheng Man-Ching form of Tai Chi Chuan. Each movement and exercise is fully annotated and ... see all copies from £1.24! new only from £14.50! \| first editions
8	The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice more books like this by Wong Kiew Kit add to wishlist Clearly written and accompanied by practical illustrations, this is a comprehensive handbook on the martial art of Tai Chi Chuan for beginners and more advanced practitioners alike. It covers the main styles, including Wudang, Chen, Yang, Wu and Sun; the basic movements for balance, power and agility; specific techniques and combat sequences; Tai ... see all copies from £1.55! new only from £9.71! \| first editions
9	David Carradine's Tai Chi Workout: The Beginner's Program for a Healthier Mind and Body more books like this by David Carradine, David Nakahara add to wishlist David Carradine, star of the TV show Kung Fu, presents the fundamentals of tai chi, a highly effective fitness program. This ancient and invigorating art strengthens the body and reduces stress, and can be done by practically everyone. The book includes a brief history of the program, breathing and meditation techniques, step-by-step instructions, ... see all copies from £5.61! new only from £26.10!
10	Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan more books like this by Yang Jwing-Ming, Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang, PH.D. add to wishlist Tai chi chuan is the most popular as well as least understood Chinese martial art currently practiced. However, Yang Jwing-Ming, one of the most notable tai chi teachers, attempts to clear some common misconceptions through effective explanations and technique photographs. For anyone with an interest in tai chi, this book is a must. see all copies from £6.12! new only from £10.13! \| first editions
11 view cover	Cheng Tzu's Thirteen Treatises on T'Ai Chi Ch'uan more books like this by Cheng Man-Cheng, Cheng Cheng Man, Cheng Ch'ing add to wishlist In this erudite yet practical book Professor Cheng shares the secrets of his lineage and takes us to the heart of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, presenting it as a martial artm a medicine, and a means of exercise and self-development. With examples from anatomy and physics, he demonstrates precisely how the postures and moves work, internally as energetic ... see all copies from £8.73! new only from £11.38! \| signed copies \| first editions
12 view cover	T'Ai Chi Boxing Chronicle more books like this by Kuo Lien-Ying, Kuo Lien-Ying, Guttman (Translator) add to wishlist ""The T'ai Chi Boxing Chronicle" is a translation of the text left behind by the Orthodox Masters who developed this system of boxing. Over a period of generations, fives basic movements were developed, called the Bone Marrow Washing Exercises. These exercises helped the monks restore their health and will-power. As the movements were passed down ... see all copies from £6.05! new only from £6.05! \| first editions
13 view cover	The Tai Chi Handbook more books like this by Herman Kauz add to wishlist Words and black-and-white photographs demonstrate the ancient Chinese art. see all copies from £5.61! new only from £8.72!
14 view cover	Tai Chi: The Supreme Ultimate more books like this by Lawrence Galante, Betsy Selman (Photographer) add to wishlist This comprehensive text includes a study of the origins of Tai Chi, and an analysis of its philosophy and relationship to western philosophy, the I Ching and the Tao te Ching, and to yoga and Zen. There is information about breathing, health and Chinese medicine as well as descriptions of movements. The book may be of value to both beginners as ... see all copies from £1.24! new only from £6.92! \| first editions
15 view cover	T'Ai Chi Ch'uan for Health and Self-Defense more books like this by T T Liang, Paul B Gallagher (Foreword by) add to wishlist For the student who has already mastered the basic postures, this book addresses itself to the philosophy behind the system of movements and to all the variations possible. see all copies from £4.78! new only from £4.78! \| signed copies \| first editions
16 view cover	Handbook of T'Ai Chi Ch'uan Exercises more books like this by Zhang Fuxing, Fuxing Zhang add to wishlist A guide to all three forms of T'ai Chi Ch'uan: Short Form, Long Form, and Push Hands. Includes more than 600 illustrations, plus charts showing foot position and body orientation. see all copies from £3.09! new only from £8.61! \| first editions
17	Embrace Tiger, Return to Mountain: The Essence of T'Ai Chi more books like this by Al Chung-Liang Huang add to wishlist see all copies from £5.61! first editions
18 view cover	Ultimate Guide to Tai Chi more books like this by Little John, Wong Curtis, John R Little (Editor) add to wishlist Practiced by millions of people around the world, the ancient and gentle Chinese martial art of tai chi offers the perfect balance of mind and body, strength and flexibility, grace and agility. Its smooth, fluid movements demand precision and control while offering exercisers of all ages improved fitness, stress reduction, and self-defense skills. ... see all copies from £2.69! new only from £6.78! \| first editions
19 view cover	Ultimate Dim-Mak: How to Fight a Grappler and Win more books like this by Erle Montaigue add to wishlist Grappling is not superior, just different, says Erle Montaigue, a former pro wrestler himself. Here he takes you inside the mind of the grappler and reveals his strategy, thus taking away his edge. Learn to target the most vulnerable points and apply foolproof dim-mak sleeper holds to counter the moves grapplers will use in any no-holds-barred ... see all copies from £13.71! new only from £16.17! \| first editions
20 view cover	There Are No Secrets: Professor Cheng Man Ch'ing and His T'Ai Chi Chuan more books like this by Wolfe Lowenthal add to wishlist "Wolfe Lowenthal's quiet little memoir will with window-opening wisdom reinforce, I think, my view of how Cheng stood on Tai Chi. It tells how a young writer reacted to this strange Chinese man when he appeared in New York City in the mid-1960s and stayed there for a decade before returning to Taiwan to die in 1975. In a nickel town where neurosis ... see all copies from £4.22! new only from £10.70! \| first editions
21 view cover	Kung fu & Tai chi: Chinese karate & classical exercises. more books like this by Bruce Tegner add to wishlist see all copies from £1.24! new only from £32.33! \| first editions
22 view cover	Master Cheng's New Method of Taichi Ch'uan Self-Cultivation more books like this by Cheng Man-Ch'ing, Man-Ch'ing Cheng, Mark Hennessy (Translator) add to wishlist A guide to Tai Chi Chuan, written in response to the popularity of Cheng's simplified 37-posture form as presented in "13 Chapters on Tai Chi Chuan". The text offers analysis of each movement, in language plain enough for an unexperienced beginner to use the book to learn and master the postures. see all copies from £5.78! new only from £5.78!
23	Cultivating the Ch'i more books like this by Stuart Alve Olson add to wishlist This is the first English translation of a work considered by the Chinese to be the Bible of T'ai Chi Ch'uan, containing the original writings from the Yang family secret journal & forming a foundation for the practice of T'ai Chi. Translated with commentary by Stuart Olson, a long-time protege of master T.T. Liang, CULTIVATING THE CH'I contains ... see all copies from £5.61! new only from £41.49! \| signed copies
24 view cover	Cheng Man-Ch'ing's Advanced T'Ai-Chi Form Instructions: With Selected Writings on Meditation, the I Ching, Medicine, and the Arts more books like this by Man-Ch'ing Cheng, Manqing Zheng add to wishlist see all copies from £27.67! new only from £31.33!
25 view cover	The Tao of health and longevity more books like this by Da Liu add to wishlist The Master who brought t'ai chi ch'uan to the West shows how Chinese exercises can lead to along and healthy life -- Offers practical, fully illustrated instructions in breathing and 50 essential t'ai chi ch'uan forms This introduction to the benefits of t'ai chi ch'uan reveals in a reissued edition the powerful Taoist principles that have helped ... see all copies from £6.98! new only from £51.90!

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