Taiji Notebook for Martial Artists is a highly readable and informative account of the author's realisations and understandings, internal and martial, acquired over decades of committed study. Over the past decades, Rodell was very fortunate to study with very fine teachers, several of who bridged the old pre-modern taijiquan world with our time. Teachers such as Wang Yen-nien and T.T. Liang. In Taiji Notebook, Rodell eloquently addresses and explains many of the subtle sticking points that he has experienced in practice and that other practitioners frequently encounter in their training. The gems found in this book will prove to be an invaluable resource for any taijiquan practitioner who wishes to deepen their understanding and experience of the art. 'Scott Rodell’s book, Taiji Notebook for Martial Artists, is a shining beacon for any reader wanting to know about True Taiji. In a time when Taiji 'instruction' is available on almost every street corner, and many 'versions' of Taiji are little more than feel-good relaxation movements, Scott’s book brings to life the depth and nobility of this ancient martial art. 'Its major principles are elucidated clearly and with grace, including many teaching stories along the way. What makes this book unique is its insistence that the relaxation and 'meditative' aspects of Taiji can only be fully attained through assiduous study and realisation of its martial aspects. 'Anyone can be relaxed and calm practicing in a field of flowers. Who needs Taijiquan then? Life is full of flowers…we need our art for the thunderstorms more than the sunny days.' In that connection, each chapter brings to life an element of the art in the context of its classical practice methods. The chapter on Listening to Energy, Understanding Energy, Neutralizing Energy, and Issuing Energy is the clearest explanation I have ever read of this often misunderstood subject. For anyone wanting to learn what Taijiquan is really all about, Scott Rodell’s book is a must-read' - Paul Gallagher, author of Drawing Silk

215 x 140mm, 17 b&w photographs, calligraphy by famous masters

81pp

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