Kalaripayat
The Martial Arts Tradition of India
$62.93
- Paperback
160 pages
- Release Date
13 October 2009
Summary
The first book in English on the Indian martial art that was the precursor to the Chinese and Japanese traditions
- A rigorous martial arts practice that also promotes harmonious self-development
- Provides practices for controlling the circulation of energy and vital forces throughout the body
Originating in the southern Indian province of Kerala, kalaripayat is the most ancient of the Eastern martial arts. Yet today it has been practically forgotten. Former…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781594773150 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1594773157 |
| Author: | Patrick Denaud |
| Publisher: | Inner Traditions Bear and Company |
| Imprint: | Destiny Books,U.S. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 13 October 2009 |
| Weight: | 313g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 153mm x 12mm |
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Critics Review
”… the work [ Kalaripayat ] is a useful and detailed introduction to kalaripayat within its larger social, cultural, and religious context.
“In order to grasp the common essence of the martial arts, or the original unity of mankind for that matter, it is necessary to understand the truth of history. Patrick Denaud’s Kalaripayat reveals many important pieces of this enigmatic and fascinating puzzle. It is an important book for serious students of all martial arts.” * William Gleason, author of Aikido and Words of Power and The Spiritual Foundations of Aikido *“Kalaripayat is a pick for any new age or martial arts library.” * The Midwest Book Review, Jan 2010 *”… the work [Kalaripayat] is a useful and detailed introduction to kalaripayat within its larger social, cultural, and religious context. As the author rightfully states, kalaripayat deserves a place alongside the other, more well-known Asian martial arts traditions… [Kalaripayat] will bring kalaripayat to the attention of a wider audience and inspire further research and publication on this art.” * Arthur Rosenfeld, Journal of Asian Martial Arts, Vol. 19, No.3, August 2010 *
About The Author
Patrick Denaud
Patrick Denaud is a former war correspondent for CBS News and a documentary filmmaker. He lives in France.
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