Chinese Gung Fu The Philosophical Art of Self Defense 4th Edition by Bruce Lee IBSN 0897501128 9780897501125

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ISBN 10: 0897501128  
ISBN 13: 9780897501125
Author: Bruce Lee

“Chinese Gung Fu: The Philosophical Art of Self Defense” is a groundbreaking martial arts treatise penned by the legendary Bruce Lee. Originally published in 1963, this 4th Edition, released in 1987, serves as an updated and enhanced version of his seminal work. More than just a manual of techniques, the book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of Chinese martial arts, particularly through the lens of Yin and Yang, presenting Gung Fu not merely as a fighting system but as a profound art of self-cultivation.

Lee meticulously outlines the fundamental stances and body mechanics crucial for effective Gung Fu, alongside detailed explanations and illustrations of striking, blocking, joint locking, and throwing techniques. Beyond the physical, he explores the strategic concepts that guide combat. This edition also incorporates additional photographs and insights, making it an invaluable resource for martial artists, enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the philosophical depth and practical application of Bruce Lee’s early martial arts thought. It offers a unique glimpse into the mind of a master who would go on to revolutionize the world of martial arts.

Chinese Gung Fu The Philosophical Art of Self Defense 4th Table of contents:

Part 1: Chinese Martial Art (General Principles and Philosophy)

• Several Important Pointers (Key concepts and foundational advice)
• Gung Fu Stances (Detailed descriptions and illustrations of various stances like Horse, Half Horse, Hanging Horse, Stealing Step, Kneeling Stance, Twisted Stance, etc.)
• The Seven Stars (A strategic concept related to targeting and body positioning)
• The Three Fronts (Another strategic concept, likely relating to lines of attack and defense)
• On Waist Training (Importance and methods for developing waist power)
• On Leg Training (Importance and methods for developing leg strength and agility)
• The Basic Theory of Yin and Yang (Philosophical underpinnings of Gung Fu, linking the physical techniques to Taoist principles of balance and harmony)

Part 2: Chinese Gung Fu Techniques (Practical Applications)

• Chinese Gung Fu Techniques (This section would comprise the bulk of the practical instruction, covering various techniques with hand-drawn diagrams and captioned photo sequences, such as:
  • Finger Jabs
  • Punches
  • Back Fists
  • Elbow Strikes
  • Knee Strikes
  • TAN-SAO
  • PAK-SAO
  • LOP-SAO
  • Groin attacks
  • Kicking techniques (from both Northern and Southern schools)
  • Joint Locks (e.g., “Seventy-two techniques of different joint breaking and locking”)
  • Throwing techniques (e.g., “Thirty-six techniques of throwing”)
  • Weapons (brief mention of “Eighteen different weapons”)
• Difference in Gung Fu Styles (A discussion on the variations and commonalities among different Gung Fu styles)

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