The Shaolin Monastery: History, Religion, and the Chinese Martial Arts 9780824865023

Table of contents :
Contents
Maps and Figures
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part I. Origins of a Military Tradition (500–900)
Chapter 1. The Monastery
Chapter 2. Serving the Emperor
Part II Systemizing Martial Practice (900–1600)
Chapter 3. Defending the Nation
Chapter 4. Staff Legends
Part III Fist Fighting and Self-Cultivation (1600–1900)
Chapter 5. Hand Combat
Chapter 6. Gymnastics
Chapter 7. Suspect Rebels
Conclusion: History, Religion, and the Chinese Martial Arts
Appendix
Notes
Glossary
Works Cited
Index

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