Chinese Swordsmanship: The Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition
by Scott M. Rodell
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Author: Scott M. RodellEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-09-04
ISBN: 0974399949
Number of pages: 304
Publisher: Seven Stars Books and Video
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Book Review: How To Use A Chinese Straight Sword - this book points the way.
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is a very useful resource, but for who? See below.
The book is detailed, informative, and has many historical sections that are interesting to read. The author, whom I traveled long distance to learn from after reading this book is a genuine sword enthusiast and expert fighter in the use of the Chinese straight sword. He is a historian with extensive knowledge of Chinese antiques and metallurgy. He also is a dealer in antique arms and armor from China, and has a very deep understanding of the fine points of sword construction and usage. A wide range of Chinese sword forges and other sword manufacturers currently approach him to evaluate and do reviews of the quality and authenticity of their contemporary sword productions and several national level museums have employed his expertise in identifying and evaluating difficult museum items. So, about his book...
WHO WILL THIS BOOK BE USEFUL FOR?:
1. People who are learning Chinese straight sword forms who want to learn how their system works and/or who wish to study swordplay REALISTICALLY and SYSTEMATICALLY.
Read the book then attend a seminar with Mr. Rodell. Then read the book again. Then apply what you have learned to whatever lineage you are studying. That's what I did, starting back in 2003, and it has helped me a advance a long way in my study of Chinese swordsmanship.
2.Yang Family Sword Stylists- who want to compare and contrast their interpretations of the widely practiced Yang Style "Public" taiji jian set, and see detailed applications. You will probably gain many insights from this book. You may also want to look at Yang Jwing Ming's Shaolin and Taiji(same form) books on straight sword and "The Art of Chinese Swordsmanship" by Zhang Yun (WU style). All these books complement each other extremely well.
3. Any student of Yang Jia Michuan jian. A must have.
4. People who study any sword style from any culture, or any other weapons system for that matter, who would like to cross-reference what they are doing.
Summary of Chinese Swordsmanship: The Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition
Chinese Swordsmanship in the Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition: Scott M. Rodell's well-crafted book traces the history and development of the Chinese Way of the Sword from the Bronze Era through the Warring States Period up to modern times. Rodell covers all aspects of his subject from the etiquette of handling bladed weapons to basic cuts and classic forms as well as swordplay. The book is profusely illustrated with historical photographs and woodblock prints as well as photographs of contemporary swordplay. The Author brings to this book his many years of expertise as a student and teacher of Taiji Jian and as a recognized authority on the nearly lost art of Chinese swordsmanship.Exercise & Fitness Books
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