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| Author | : Stephen Selby |
| Publisher | : Hong Kong University Press |
| Total Pages | : 445 |
| Release | : 2000-01-01 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9622095011 |
Chinese Archery is a broad view of traditional archery in China as seen through the eyes of historians, philosophers, poets, artists, novelists and strategists from 1500 BC until the present century. The book is written around parallel text translations of classical chinese sources some famous and some little known in which Chinese writers give vivid and detailed explanations of the techniques of bow-building, archery and crossbow technique over the centuries. The author is both a sinologist and practising archer; his translations make the original Chinese texts accessible to the non-specialist. Written for readers who may never have picked up a book about China, but still containing a wealth of detail for Chinese scholars, the book brings the fascinating history of Chinese archery back to life through the voices of its most renowned practitioners.
| Author | : Jie Tian |
| Publisher | : Schiffer Military History |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2015-02-28 |
| Genre | : Archery |
| ISBN | : 9780764347917 |
The Way of Archery provides a detailed introduction to practicing archery in the traditional Chinese military style. It explains the basics of how to shoot using the Asian thumb ring: proper posture, training regimen, equipment, and avoiding pitfalls in shooting. The thorough translation and commentary (with original and new illustrations) provide a fresh and practical perspective on Gao Ying's 1637 archery treatise (which, itself, influenced generations of archers in East Asia). The authors themselves are active practitioners of Chinese archery, having spent an endless amount of time and effort vetting their understanding of this old manual and putting its ideas into practice. Through this process, the authors have been able to make this archery text accessible to modern readers. Not only will the reader come to understand the technical side of the Way of Archery, but will connect with the philosophy and spirit of the ancient Chinese warriors.
| Author | : Hing Chao |
| Publisher | : Springer Nature |
| Total Pages | : 363 |
| Release | : 2023-04-11 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 9811683212 |
This book, the first research publication on China’s archery culture to appear in the English language, introduces the historic development, key concepts, and research methodologies for archery studies. Archery was the most important weapon of war in pre-modern China; at the same time, archery practice was intimately tied to Confucius’ cultural and pedagogic ideals. Chinese archery was divided into the domains of military archery (wushe) and ritual archery (lishe), and may be further distinguished into han (Chinese) and hu (barbarian) archery traditions. Bringing together the leading scholars in this field, including Ma Mingda, Stephen Selby, Ma Lianzhen, Peter Dekker, and others, this book presents the most comprehensive statement on archery studies to date. In particular, it provides an in-depth survey of archery development during the Qing period and offers a unique cultural perspective to understanding China’s last imperial dynasty—through the lens of Manchu archery.
| Author | : Ralph D. Sawyer |
| Publisher | : Basic Books (AZ) |
| Total Pages | : 578 |
| Release | : 2011-03-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 046502145X |
A leading historical scholar offers the definitive account of the strategies and technology that shaped the earliest Chinese dynasties--from walled defenses to chariot-driven warriors.
| Author | : Charles E. Grayson |
| Publisher | : University of Missouri Press |
| Total Pages | : 269 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 082626610X |
"An overview of one of the largest and most comprehensive collections of European and non-European archery-related materials in the world. This book presents color photos and descriptions of some 300 items - including bows, arrows, quivers, and thumb rings- that represent traditional archery techniques, practices, and customs from around the world"--Provided by publisher.
| Author | : Sam Fadala |
| Publisher | : Stackpole Books |
| Total Pages | : 273 |
| Release | : 2011-01-13 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 0811744388 |
• Now in full color, updated and revised throughout • Information on choosing a bow, setting up the bow and arrows, selecting tackle, and ordering a custom bow • Practical advice on storing and transporting bows and gear safely • The history of the bow and arrow and stories of the fathers of traditional archery • Includes a glossary of archery terms and advice for teaching beginning bowshooters
| Author | : Linda Sue Park |
| Publisher | : Yearling Books |
| Total Pages | : 178 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0440422043 |
Twelve-year-old Kevin Kim helps Chu-mong, a legendary king of ancient Korea, return to his own time.
| Author | : Nicholas Duvernay, PH D |
| Publisher | : Independently Published |
| Total Pages | : 226 |
| Release | : 2021-07-26 |
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| ISBN | : |
This book is a black and white revision of the color print book and contains all the same information. An ebook edition was made in 2015. This book covers all aspects of Korean traditional archery, from its long history, on through talking about equipment (bows, arrows, thumb rings, etc.), shooting technique, archery grounds, competitions, philosophy and etiquette, and more. It is an ideal book for those who aspire to become proficient in Korean traditional archery or even those who just have an interest in it.
| Author | : Brian J. Sorrells |
| Publisher | : Stackpole Books |
| Total Pages | : 116 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
| ISBN | : 9780811731331 |
Author Brian J. Sorrells shares his time-tested training program for developing shooting skill and provides guidance on all aspects of traditional archery, from choosing arrow shafts to entering your first tournament.
| Author | : John Stevens |
| Publisher | : Shambhala Publications |
| Total Pages | : 74 |
| Release | : 2007-02-20 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0834827239 |
The life and inspirational teachings of Awa Kenzo, the Japanese master archer first introduced in the martial arts classic Zen in the Art of Archery A Zen and kyudo (archery) master, Awa Kenzo (1880–1939) first gained worldwide renown after the publication of Eugen Herrigel's cult classic Zen in the Art of Archery in 1953. Kenzo lived and taught at a pivotal time in Japan's history, when martial arts were practiced primarily for self-cultivation, and his wise and penetrating instructions for practice (and life)—including aphorisms, poetry, instructional lists, and calligraphy—are infused with the spirit of Zen. Kenzo uses the metaphor of the bow and arrow to challenge the practitioner to look deeply into his or her own true nature.
