In traditional Kung Fu, we often talk about the shape of an Art, although that shape cannot always be easily defined. It might include a short list of specific qualities, a couple of hard-won principles, certain approaches to its qigong, methods learned from its secret songs…It is elusive and typically closely-held. The experienced eye might detect it when it is present, but it is uncommon to know its many aspects.
Which is why we are especially excited to announce the arrival of the new book on Flying Crane Kung Fu from Grandmaster Lee Joo-Chian and Master Lorne Bernard. Grandmaster Lee, who died in late 2020, has given the Kung Fu world a real treasure: a generous look at the elements that make up this family system, one of the original branches of the White Crane system. He and Sifu Bernard have gone to the heart of the style, telling the old stories and offering insight into this traditional martial art, from breathing patterns to staff fighting techniques. They have included the formulas and verses that were previously secret, the songs that tell how to think about an art. The photographs alone are worth the price. It is truly a remarkable work.
We could go on, but you can read more HERE, as well as get a good look at the breadth and depth of this book through its Table of Contents.
Highly recommended!
