Dragon Body, Tiger Spirit encapsulates a careful presentation, translation and extensive commentary of the classical texts of Xingyi Quan. These texts aimed to document and preserve the principles and techniques at the very heart of this traditional Chinese martial art. Dragon Body, Tiger Spirit is an invaluable resource for martial arts practitioners looking to gain insight into the essence of authentic, traditional Xingyi Quan as codified and handed down from one generation to the next b...

The French is one of Black's soundest defences to 1 e4 and is very popular at all levels of chess. Club players enjoy its super-solid structure, while at the top it's played by famous grandmasters such as Vishy Anand and the young Russian star Alexander Morozevich. With his first two moves Black obtains a substantial foothold in the centre, and a structure that is incredibly difficult to break down. In this user-friendly book, International Master Byron Jacobs revisits the basic principles...

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Unlock the secrets of one of China’s most revered martial arts with Liang Style Bagua Zhang, Volume One. Written by renowned 4th-generation master Di Guoyong, this guide explores the foundational practices of Bagua Zhang—a martial art known for its circular movements, unique footwork, and profound internal principles. This volume covers the origins of Bagua Zhang, the development of the Liang style, and the life of its founder Liang Zhenpu, while tracing the art’s evolution through success...

Mystique of the Darkness: 100+ Gothic Classics is an unparalleled anthology that delves deep into the shadowy corridors of the Gothic tradition. Encompassing a vast spectrum of literary styles, from the hauntingly romantic to the chillingly sinister, this collection explores the themes of human folly, supernatural dread, and the fragile boundaries between life and death. Etching a tapestry of fear and fascination, the anthology includes pieces that, while crafted by different hands, collec...

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