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<p><P>This is the original classic about Short Form, the most popular and widespread form of T'ai Chi in the West.<i> T'ai Chi Ch'uan</i> is a must-read for every serious T'ai Chi student. This book is not meant to "teach" T'ai Chi Ch'uan, but meant to expound upon its meaning to the earnest practitioner; to offer the layperson a glimpse into this ancient art; and to communicate the author's unique perceptions and experiences that only a lifetime of practice can cultivate. Taken in this context, this is a most valuable book.</p>
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- Author
- Chen Man-ch'ing
- Publisher
- Berkeley, Calif.: North Atlantic Books
- Published
- 1981
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780913028858
- Category
- reference
- Subjects
- Medical, Anthropology, Reference
- Rating
- 3.73 / 5 (52 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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