Chinese Martial Arts: From Antiquity to the Twenty-First Century Cambridge World History we seem to have forgotten

we seem to have forgotten our spiritual heritage

Written with Willard\'s characteristic gentle wisdom

Marvelously prophetic and creative

Don't look for any sugar-coating or smoothing over of difficult moments

Chinese Martial Arts: From Antiquity to the Twenty-First Century Cambridge World History we seem to have forgottenIn the global world of the twenty first century, martial arts are practiced for self defense and sporting purposes only. However, for thousands of years, they were a central feature of military practice in China and essential for the smooth functioning of society. Individuals who were adept in using weapons were highly regarded, not simply as warriors but also as tacticians and performers. This book, which opens with an intriguing account of the very