Tai Chi Chuan Studies (Part II)

Author: He Zhenwei
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Publishing Date: 2004-10-01
Features: The Great Circle Fist (Dachengquan) is a modern Chinese martial arts system established by Master Wang Xiangzhai in the 1940s, who synthesized the strengths of various traditional Chinese martial arts schools. It has since evolved into a scientifically advanced system renowned both domestically and internationally, characterized by remarkable health benefits and strong practical combat applicability. The book primarily includes unpublished manuscripts by Master Wang Xiangzhai and his disciples and followers, as well as martial arts literature collected, organized, and preserved over the years by Mr. He Zhenwei. Many of the writings feature profound philosophical insights and meticulous descriptions of techniques, making them classics. Notably, the authentic handwritten manuscript of Wang Xiangzhai’s seminal work, "On the Great Circle Fist" (Dachengquan Lun), written in 1944, is published in its entirety for the first time in this book. This serves as a reliable reference for distinguishing and correcting inaccuracies in previously published hand-copied versions, holding great significance! The book also includes Wang Xiangzhai’s posthumous works such as "The Path of the Fist Canon" (Quan Jing Shu Jing), "On the Three Forms of the Great Circle Fist Posture" (Lun Dachengquan San Shi Zhang), "Recordings of Master Wang Xiangzhai’s Teachings" by his disciples, Li Yongzong’s "Six taboos of Dachengquan Sparring" (Dachengquan Duan Shou Liu Ji), Yang Demao’s "Key Points of Dachengquan Pushing Hands" (Dachengquan Tui Shou Yao Dian), and Wang Xuanjie’s "The Power of the Upper Middle Uplift and Press in Dachengquan" (Dachengquan Zhong Shang Wei Ti An Shi Li). Additionally, the writings of Wang Xiangzhai’s daughter, Ms. Wang Yufang, his disciple Li Jianyu, Ms. Mi Jingke, and the martial arts texts of three generations of his disciples are included. Mr. He Zhenwei’s works, such as "The Essence of 100 Precepts of Dachengquan" (Dachengquan Bai Jue Jing Cui) and "Analysis and Interpretation of the Principles and Terminology of Dachengquan" (Dachengquan Fa Li Xi Yu Ji Ci Shi), are also published here for the first time. The book features rare photographs and training photos of Master Wang Xiangzhai and his disciples, including the posthumous portrait of his disciple Hong Lianshun, a group photo of Master Yao Zongxun with five disciples including Wang Xuanjie, and many other valuable images related to the development of Wang Xiangzhai’s martial arts system, such as the Tai Temple Pavilion and the Earth Pavilion, all published for the first time in this book. The book deeply explores, reveals, summarizes, and perfects the scientific truth of the theoretical system and the essence of the practice system of Wang Xiangzhai’s martial arts. It also rescues and publishes important martial arts literature that had been lost for many years, ensuring its preservation for future generations. This book advances Wang Xiangzhai’s martial arts system to a new historical stage, holding significant practical and profound historical importance. The publication of this book reflects Mr. He Zhenwei’s lifelong dedication, and it has been recognized, supported, and praised by Master Wang Xiangzhai, his living disciples, and many other predecessors and peers. The book is rich in content and holds extremely high value in martial arts, academia, history, practical application, and collectibility.