Shambhala, May Date: 2002. Trade Paperback. Used - Good. 2002. Shambhala ISBN 1570628521 9781570628528 [US]

Shambhala 2002 Trade Paperback Used-Good

ISBN10: 1570628521, ISBN13: 9781570628528, [publisher: Shambhala, Boston] Softcover First Edition Paperback. The bow and arrow are among humanity's oldest tools, long used for hunting and as weapons of war. The samurai tradition of archery known as Kyudo integrates the study of technical skills with the development of a focused mind. KYUDO is a clearly written guide to this martial art that is practised by many people in Japan but is little known in the West. "Kyudo: The Way of the Bow" is the authoritative guide to the technique and philosophy of the ancient art of Japanese archery. Originally a samurai discipline, kyudo integrates technical skill with the development of a completely focused and disciplined mind. Influenced by Shintoism and Zen, kyudo is a path of self-development and meditation that requires the archer to cultivate precision, a clear mind, and freedom from fear. This detailed, clearly written guide is an indispensable reference for kyudo students and an excellent sourcebook for anyone interested in the history of archery or warfare. The author, Feliks Hoff, a kyudo practitioner for over thirty years, gives a historical and philosophical view of the art and offers practical exercises for cultivating the proper mindset for each shot; detailed instruction on proper form and technique; an overview of the etiquette, dress, and ceremonial aspects of kyudo; and a survey of the various types of equipment used. Hoff presents the ...
Show/Hide image

ISBN10: 1570628521, ISBN13: 9781570628528, [publisher: Shambhala, Boston] Softcover First Edition Paperback. The bow and arrow are among humanity's oldest tools, long used for hunting and as weapons of war. The samurai tradition of archery known as Kyudo integrates the study of technical skills with the development of a focused mind. KYUDO is a clearly written guide to this martial art that is practised by many people in Japan but is little known in the West. "Kyudo: The Way of the Bow" is the authoritative guide to the technique and philosophy of the ancient art of Japanese archery. Originally a samurai discipline, kyudo integrates technical skill with the development of a completely focused and disciplined mind. Influenced by Shintoism and Zen, kyudo is a path of self-development and meditation that requires the archer to cultivate precision, a clear mind, and freedom from fear. This detailed, clearly written guide is an indispensable reference for kyudo students and an excellent sourcebook for anyone interested in the history of archery or warfare. The author, Feliks Hoff, a kyudo practitioner for over thirty years, gives a historical and philosophical view of the art and offers practical exercises for cultivating the proper mindset for each shot; detailed instruction on proper form and technique; an overview of the etiquette, dress, and ceremonial aspects of kyudo; and a survey of the various types of equipment used. Hoff presents the ...
Show/Hide image

Shambhala Pubns, Date: 2002. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 252 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.75 inches. 2002. Shambhala Pubns ISBN 1570628521 9781570628528 [GB]

Shambhala Pubns 2002 Softcover New 1st edition. 252 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.75 inches.