Here is the second part of Adam Hsu’s survey on the Kung Fu sword and its culture. As he has done some many times before, Sifu Hsu brings both a scholarly eye and a committed heart to his subject. He talks about the mysterious history of most sword forms, of how seriously they were practiced, the whole culture of the sword and adds a very heartfelt appeal that we not let this traditional technique vanish, despite the threats of the present. He also handles some confusing points like; is there a specific Baji sword or not? How do you tell what is the proper technique? Another “cut above” piece that makes you think.
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Unearthing Treasures: The Kung Fu Sword Part Two
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