Chinese Swordsmanship: The Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition

by Scott M. Rodell

Chinese Swordsmanship in the Yang Family Taiji Jian Scott M. Rodell's well-crafted book traces the history and development of the Chinese Way of the Sword from the Bronze Era through the Warring States Period up to modern times. Rodell covers all aspects of his subject from the etiquette of handling bladed weapons to basic cuts and classic forms as well as swordplay. The book is profusely illustrated with historical photographs and woodblock prints as well as photographs of contemporary swordplay. The Author brings to this book his many years of expertise as a student and teacher of Taiji Jian and as a recognized authority on the nearly lost art of Chinese swordsmanship.

Genres: Martial Arts

304 pages, Paperback

Published September 4, 2005

Reviews

[David Martuneac · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent guide to historical Chinese swordsmanship from an expert in the field. The steps for every movement are carefully described and photographed with a focus on application in combat. You couldn't ask for better.