Searching for the Way

Rating:
Summary: Not even for 5 bucks new
Review: For people who are primarily interested in T'ai Chi as a form of exercise or mental health only, this book will either be an eye opener, or will not be of interest. The author goes into great detail about his experiences with many high level practitioners of the art in Asia, and places a strong emphasis on application of the T'ai Chi principles in combat. His anecdotes regarding his teachers are fascinating, and liberally sprinkled with practice notes and "pearls of wisdom" for people interested in leaning T'ai Chi as a true martial art. My only reason for not giving the book 5 stars is that I found his prose somewhat disjointed (although following his train of thought is not difficult if one pays close attention.) Overall, I recommend this book highly for people who are interested in the deeper aspects of T'ai Chi as a martial art with combat applications, or perhaps those people who would like to hear stories of people who have mastered this martial art...

Rating:
Summary: Excellent study for those interested in deeper understanding
Review: For people who are primarily interested in T'ai Chi as a form of exercise or mental health only, this book will either be an eye opener, or will not be of interest. The author goes into great detail about his experiences with many high level practitioners of the art in Asia, and places a strong emphasis on application of the T'ai Chi principles in combat. His anecdotes regarding his teachers are fascinating, and liberally sprinkled with practice notes and "pearls of wisdom" for people interested in leaning T'ai Chi as a true martial art. My only reason for not giving the book 5 stars is that I found his prose somewhat disjointed (although following his train of thought is not difficult if one pays close attention.) Overall, I recommend this book highly for people who are interested in the deeper aspects of T'ai Chi as a martial art with combat applications, or perhaps those people who would like to hear stories of people who have mastered this martial art...

Rating:
Summary: Not even for 5 bucks new
Review: Wouldn't buy it. No way no how no no.