Ancient Chinese Weapons

A Martial Arts Guide

Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang

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YMAA Publication Center
22 July 1999

Weapons & equipment; Oriental martial arts

Many martial artists, once they reach a certain level of proficiency with their barehanded fighting forms, choose to expand their knowledge to include weapons techniques. But what weapon to choose? Over the past 5,000 years, the Chinese have developed a vast array of weapons, built for a multitude of purposes. What are these purposes? What is the background of these weapons? What weapon is right for you?

Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artists Guide is an easy reference guide. Profusely illustrated, easy to navigate, and conveniently broken down into four main classifications: Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile / Thrown Weapons.

Inside you will find weapons of many types, from swords and spears, sharpened coins to flying claws! Even if you're not a martial artist, but have an interest in history and warfare, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.

Includes techniques and fighting strategy. History and evolution of weapons. Translations of Chinese terms. Over 130 illustrations.

By: Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang
Imprint: YMAA Publication Center
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 238mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 345g
ISBN: 9781886969674
ISBN 10: 1886969671
Pages: 142
Publication Date: 22 July 1999
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is a renowned author and teacher of Chinese martial arts and Qigong. Born in Taiwan, he has trained and taught Taijiquan, Qigong, and Chinese martial arts for over forty-five years. He is the author of over thirty books, and was elected by Inside Kung Fu magazine as one of the 10 people who has made the greatest impact on martial arts in the past 100 years. Dr. Yang lives in Northern California.

Reviews for Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Arts Guide

Mr. Yang has surely made a valuable contribution to the community by making Chinese material about ancient Chinese weapons accessible for western readers interested in the martial arts. --Christen Weinert Journal of Asian Martial Arts