Empty Force: The Ultimate Martial Art : the Power of Chi for Self-defense and Energy Healing
- ISBN-10
- 1852307838
- ISBN-13
- 9781852307837
- Pages
- 139
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1996
- Publisher
- Element
- Authors
- Paul Dong, Thomas Raffill
Description
The empty force, the highest martial arts skill in China, is an extraordinary technique which utilizes the power of the body's vital energy or chi. This book reveals the secret of the empty force to the general reader for the very first time, and explains how martial arts masters use its power to defend themselves against opponents without making physical contact.
This practical guide includes fascinating accounts and stories about the empty force as well as original information on the source and application of chi; martial arts, chi kung and tai chi; the empty force and its masters; and the healing power of the empty force.
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