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Summary: Great!!
Review: As a complete neophyte to the martial arts world and Wing Chun Kung Fu I found the reading of this book to be pure nectar and very enlivening. The body of knowledge found in this book is vast and intricate, however, the authors present this to us in a direct and systematic way making this knowledge very comprehensible. This book was highly recommended to me and I forward that recommendation to anyone who wants a complete, authoritative introduction to martial arts and Wing Chun Kung Fu.
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Summary: Great Benefit for the Neophyte Martial Artists
Review: As a complete neophyte to the martial arts world and Wing Chun Kung Fu I found the reading of this book to be pure nectar and very enlivening. The body of knowledge found in this book is vast and intricate, however, the authors present this to us in a direct and systematic way making this knowledge very comprehensible. This book was highly recommended to me and I forward that recommendation to anyone who wants a complete, authoritative introduction to martial arts and Wing Chun Kung Fu.
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Summary: Questions answered.
Review: I can say with out reservation that this book has deeply expanded my understanding of Wing Chun. It filled in some holes and unanswered questions that had been floating around in my mind relative to the previous Wing Chun/ martial arts training I have received. The historical references appear to be well researched and comprehensive. I also appreciated the scientific approach that was used by the author in making his case as opposed to some of the more abstract discussions seen in many martial arts books. I think the books greatest contribution is the way it quantifies the reality of combat. Go in with an open mind and you will learn alot!
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Summary: To all martial artists
Review: I felt that this book was well collaborated and that the words within where words of wisdom. I thought that this would create a storm with in the Kung Fu community. And it has. The fact that people are saying that it looks like WC are not only incorrect but furthest from the truth. I have seen no others that compare to the science of HFY. This book was designed to open eyes, not create war. This book describes history that was sought out by the Museum staff members, and the science of body. This book was designed for the accomplished martial artiest and the people that wrote negative remarks are not able to see that because of there spot in the Sam Mo Kiu. Fau Kiu- the level of little or no awareness. I think that this book should enlighten the readers to understanding that the science has been mapped for centuries and has now come to the public and WE as martial artiest should take advantage of this opportunity. And not attack the new information that is given. Take the ball and run.
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Summary: New classic
Review: I found the book to be a very interesting read and one worthy of a place next to my existing chinese classical collection such as I-Ching or the book of change and Tao of Gung Fu by Bruce Lee. Hung Fa Yi Wing Chun like its many wing chun cousins has a deep rich history that is best understood by the practice of the art or science in this case itself. Very thought provoking are the topics of the Wing Chun Formula, Shaolin philosophy and methods and the explination of principled applications based on Time space and energy really help the reader follow the authors reasoning of how wing chun came to be a science. Some martial experience is helpful when reading the book so it may not be for beginners though the writing style is very easy to follow. This book certainly does wet ones appetite for an in depth discussion of the first training form of Siu Nim Tau. Kudos to the authors on a job well done.
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Summary: Comprehensive Piece of Work
Review: Most martial arts titles cover concepts, history, or applications in detail. This is the first I've seen that blends all three into a cross-section glimpse of a martial science. It actually inspires you to want to play some wing chun!
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Summary: An open mind never gets filled!
Review: Of all the books I've read on combat methods, I've never come across one so descriptive, detailed, and informative as this. The book takes us an excellent course from beginning with HFY's roots in eastern philosophy - its genesis in the Southern Shaolin Temple - its sibling art of Chi Sim Weng Chun - through the dynasties and secret societies - the Red Opera and Red Boat eras - on to today's commercialization - and into several chapters on the philosophy and combat science of HFY. From SNT, CK, BJ, and the weapons, I have found there is SO much more in HFYWCK than in any other WC known to date. It brings new meanings to the things I thought I understood. It has left me with the understanding that HFYWCK is rooted in military combat (strategy and tactic) and at the same time rooted in Shaolin Chan philosophy.I truly enjoyed and learned a great deal about the science behind the HFY system and what differentiates it from a personalized style. The book has clearly pointed out the essence of all Shaolin martial arts, and how HFY shares that same essence. I can see how a novice may be able to follow the logic presented in the book, but most certainly it is geared to those of great skill and the accomplished martialist and strategist. The book is highly descriptive and detailed in its explanations, yet at the same time are easy to comprehend and visually clear. From the reviews I have read, and after reading the book myself, I can tell who still cannot yet see past his/her own ego (and who has not done their own research), and who already can and has. This book serves as a high standard for all martial books - irrelevant of martial style, and for those who are striving to be as combatively efficient as possible. Congratulations to the parties involved in the book, and to those to can identify with the authors' hard work. It is truly a comprehensive book with many photos and illustrations, balanced with an enormous amount of information.
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Summary: My sifu's book!
Review: Of course I'm going to say a bunch of great things about this book because my Sifu, Benny Meng, helped write it. I haven't read the whole book yet, I was the first one to buy it from him a few days ago, I have read the first chapter and a half. It goes into detail about the difference between Northern and Southern Kung Fu development. It corrects myths about the temples and discusses secret societies. Later in the book it goes over the center line and the gate theories. The only thing I did not like about the book is that it uses A.D. and B.C in refrence to time instead of C.E and B.C.E. Other than that this is an excelent book and I recommend it to any one who wishes to study the martial arts.
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Summary: Maybe more like Mastering Kung Fool
Review: The authors have taken old articles and China myths and spun them to suit their own marketing plan. Looking at the moves, you can see it is derived from William Chung's WC and the poor use of shoulders and silly facial expressions only makes me laugh.
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Summary: Shaolin Wing Chun Kung Fu
Review: The book is a guide to the origins of Shaolin Wing Chun Kung Fu. I found it's references and historical notations to be presented in a manner that could be understood by anyone interested in the origins of kung fu. The information on Chi Sim Wing Chun, it's origins, and the concept of Heaven, Man, and Earth indicate that the human anatomy was used as a measurement for three-dimensional combat long before aviation was born. As I studied the charts and diagrams the clearity of the written concepts became apparent to me, and I could relate to the authors desire to present the complicated information in a manner that would stimulate the interest of the reader and cause them to go deeper into their martial arts experience and realize that there is so much more than just the entertainment, sports, and fighting. The Hung Fa Yi philosophical approach to learning "Saam Mo Kiu" and it's 3 connecting bridges provide a transition for the reader to gain an insight into what the Shaolin Monks intented as human growth and development and also as a way of life.
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