LoginChinese Martial Arts: From Antiquity to the Twenty-First Century
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In the global world of the twenty-first century, martial arts are practiced for self-defense and sporting purposes only. However, for thousands of years, they were a central feature of military practice in China and essential for the smooth functioning of society. Individuals who were adept in using weapons were highly regarded, not simply as warriors but also as tacticians and performers. This book, which opens with an intriguing account of the very first female martial artist, charts the history of combat and fighting techniques in China from the Bronze Age to the present. This broad panorama affords fascinating glimpses into
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Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press
Release date: 5 December 2011
ISBN-10 : 0521878810 | ISBN-13: 9780521878814
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Release date: 5 December 2011
ISBN-10 : 0521878810 | ISBN-13: 9780521878814
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