Master Cheng's New Method of Taichi Ch'uan Self-Cultivation

by Cheng Man-ch'ing á, Mark Hennessy (Translator)

Cheng Man-ch'ing, the famed master of t'ai chi, is regarded as an enormously influential figure in codifying the most widely practiced form of the ancient martial art. This volume, developed by the martial arts master and scholar, details the way that students arrive at a posture -- from beginning movements to the end pose. Master Cheng provides practitioners with a complete and concise guide to the Short Form, enabling them to make rapid progress.

Genres: Nonfiction, Martial Arts

144 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1999

Reviews

[Bryan]

The original Chinese version (not this particular translation) is one of the best sources for understanding the art of Tai Chi Chuan in the world.

Hennessey's translation seems o.k.—I'm just a beginner and couldn't comment on the nuances—but the photos, diagrams, and format of the book have a poor layout.