Shaolin Long Fist Kung Fu

This is one of Yang Jwing-Ming's first books on a single art, and one of the cornerstone books of an intelligent kung fu library. It details the basics thoroughly, giving just a glimpse of higher teachings (such as Dim Mak & Dim Hsueh). It also allows for the practice to branch off into other styles by describing how Long Fist, called the "Grandfather Style of Northern Kung Fu" is related to numerous other styles, such as Tai Chi Chuan, Eagle Claw, Northern Praying Mantis and various Northern Chinese animal styles. In fact, the forms depicted within the text actually progress from a foundation of 1. fluidity to 2. strength development to assertiveness to tactical considerations to praying mantis.---This is a must-have book for the stylist seeking to attain clarity in his understanding of the arts, no matter what his style.