Dragon Body, Tiger Spirit presents translations, analysis and extensive commentary on the classical texts of Xingyi Quan. These writings preserve the principles, training methods and technical understanding transmitted by earlier generations of the art.
Rather than treating the classics as abstract historical documents, author Byron Jacobs examines their relationship to the practical study of Xingyi Quan. Detailed commentary, explanatory notes and historical context help readers understand the terminology, concepts and methods contained within the original texts.
The book represents more than a decade of research and writing, supported by the author’s many years of martial practice and study under Master Di Guoyong. It brings together translated source material, technical analysis, practical guidance, biographies, footnotes and reference information in a single substantial volume.
This work is intended for serious practitioners, teachers and researchers seeking a deeper understanding of traditional Xingyi Quan. It can be read as a structured study of the classical literature or consulted repeatedly as a reference alongside regular training.
This volume includes
Translations of important classical Xingyi Quan texts
Detailed commentary and explanation of key principles
Practical guidance connecting written theory with physical training
Historical background and biographical material
Extensive footnotes and supporting references
Chinese martial arts terminology presented within its proper context
Hardcover edition
This premium edition features a gold-embossed, linen-wrapped hard cover, thread-sewn binding and a protective dust jacket. Its durable construction is designed for long-term use as a reference volume.
Book details
Author: Byron Jacobs
Language: English
Hardcover: 388 pages
Interior: Black and white
Dimensions: 166 × 243 × 33 mm
Weight: approximately 950 g
ISBN: 978-9925-8003-1-5
Publication date: 16 June 2023
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Dragon Body, Tiger Spirit presents translations, analysis and extensive commentary on the classical texts of Xingyi Quan. These writings preserve the principles, training methods and technical understanding transmitted by earlier generations of the art.
Rather than treating the classics as abstract historical documents, author Byron Jacobs examines their relationship to the practical study of Xingyi Quan. Detailed commentary, explanatory notes and historical context help readers understand the terminology, concepts and methods contained within the original texts.
The book represents more than a decade of research and writing, supported by the author’s many years of martial practice and study under Master Di Guoyong. It brings together translated source material, technical analysis, practical guidance, biographies, footnotes and reference information in a single substantial volume.
This work is intended for serious practitioners, teachers and researchers seeking a deeper understanding of traditional Xingyi Quan. It can be read as a structured study of the classical literature or consulted repeatedly as a reference alongside regular training.
This volume includes
Translations of important classical Xingyi Quan texts
Detailed commentary and explanation of key principles
Practical guidance connecting written theory with physical training
Historical background and biographical material
Extensive footnotes and supporting references
Chinese martial arts terminology presented within its proper context
Hardcover edition
This premium edition features a gold-embossed, linen-wrapped hard cover, thread-sewn binding and a protective dust jacket. Its durable construction is designed for long-term use as a reference volume.
Book details
Author: Byron Jacobs
Language: English
Hardcover: 388 pages
Interior: Black and white
Dimensions: 166 × 243 × 33 mm
Weight: approximately 950 g
ISBN: 978-9925-8003-1-5
Publication date: 16 June 2023
Shipping and combined orders
If your delivery destination is not available at checkout, please contact us directly. Expedited delivery options such as FedEx may also be arranged on request.
For orders containing multiple books, contact us before purchasing so that we can confirm the most suitable combined shipping rate.
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