Signposts on a Martial Arts Journey Tai Chi, Hsing-I, Bagua, and the Art of Life (English Edition)

Inspiring, informative, and sometimes controversial -- Ken Gullette has studied martial arts for 40 years. This book is a collection of short essays from Ken's popular internal arts blog, exploring his experiences with techniques, body mechanics, teachers and students, masters such as Chen Xiaowang and Chen Xiaoxing, and the philosophy that has helped Ken remain centered even when faced with death. He is one of the students who enrolled in martial arts classes during the Bruce Lee boom in 1973, but kung-fu became a key part of Ken's life. He takes a critical thinking approach to the mystical side of the internal arts, urging readers to never leave your brain at the door of a martial arts school. You will be enlightened and inspired by some of the important lessons in this book, regardless of your martial arts style.