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The Root of Chinese Chi Kung by Dr. Yang Jwing-MingA valuable work by a well known chi kung master, this volume covershistory, basic concepts, categories , chi kung theories as well as keysto chi kung training.Softcover, 272 pages. $27.95The Eight Treasuresby Maoshing NiEight sets of exercises that combine toning and strengthening movements,stretching, and specific breathing techniques for the purpose ofmaintaining health and preventing disease. An ancient system of energyenhancing movements based on the natural motion of the heavenlybodies. (See accompanying video).Softcover, 196 pages, $17.95The Healing Promise of Qiby Roger JahnkeOne of the best resources for using both qigong and taiji for creating ahealthy and fulfilling life. Filled with exercises, stories, illustrations andwonderful insights by someone who has spent many years practicingand these these ancient arts.Hardcover, 316 pages, $24.95Health and Long Life The Chinese Way by Livia KohnThis book, written by theauthor of a number ob books on Daoist philosophyand practice, is a good overall view of Chinese health practices,which cover a wide variety of subjects. Besides chapters on diagnosis,acupuncture, massage and herbal treatments, the book contains chapterson fengshui, food cures, qigong, meditation, inner alchemy andsexual practices.Softcover, 235 pages, $24.95The Chi Revolution by Bruce Frantzis NEWChallenges you to free ourself from negative actions and the incessantchatter of our monkey mind, and optimize you health and well-being.The unique energetic exercises that comprise the Chi Rev Workoutwill teach you how to activate and strengthen your chi so you can startrelaxing into your life today.Softcover, 223 pages, $19.95.Jade Woman Qigongby Master Liu HeMaster Liu's signature form of qigong is desinged to help all womenachieve wholeness by activating the innate healing power within theirown minds and bodies. The result is a greater awareness of all aspectsof a women's spiritual, mental, emotional and physical life.Softcover,236 pages. $27.95Chinese Martial Arts/Taiji (Tai Chi)The Power of Internal Martial Arts by B.K. FrantzisThe most informative book on internal martial arts we have encoun-tered, clearly explains the differences between external, internal andcombination martial art styles, indicating the strengths and weaknessof each art. Covers tai chi, bagua and hsing-i. Includes a section on UsingEnergy to Heal which teaches the health aspects of the martial arts.Softcover, 344 pages $19.95The Essence of Tai Chi Chi Kung by Dr. Yang Jwing-MingTai chi chuan training usually starts with the practice of special chikung sets. These are designed to help the beginner understand chiand to learn how to use the concentrated mind to lead the chi so thatit can circulate smoothly. This book presents a brief discussion of thebackground and principles of Chinese chi kung and tai chi chuan, thenexplains several tai chi chi kung practice routines.Softcover, 148 pages. $18.95Thinking Body, Dancing Mindby Chungliang Al Huang & Jerry LynchIn this remarkable book, tai chi expert Chungliang Al Huang and renownedprofessional and Olympic spirits psychologist Jerry Lynch teachyou the time-honored principles of successful performance—whether onthe playing field, in the office, or in our relationships. By mastering theunique strategies and mental exercises of the TaoAthlete, you'll unlockthe extraordinary powers of body, mind, and spirit that will lead you tovictory in any field of endeavor.Softcover, 306 pages. $13.95Embrace Tiger, Return to Mountain by Chungliang Al HuangA more in-depth exploration of tai ji, both the formal practice and whatChungliang calls "the tai ji of life." Also includes wonderful photos (blackand white) by Si Chi Ko. For anyone interested in taking the form bothdeeper and wider into their life and the rest of the world.Softcover,188 pages. $17.95Chinese MedicineThe Web That Has No Weaver:Understanding Chinese Medicineby Ted. J. KaptchuckOne of the first and best books published on Traditional Chinese Medicinefor the lay person. This book covers yin yang theory, three treasures,eight condition diagnosis, meridians, organ system and lots more, allpresented in an easy-to-understand format.Softcover, 500 pages. $18.95The Complete Book of Chinese Health and Healingby Daniel ReidThis book does a very good job of not only explaining Chinese medicinebut putting it into its Taoist context, including chi gong, meditation anddiet. Softcover, $22.95A Handbook of Chinese Healing Herbs by Daniel ReidA handy guide to 108 of the most widely used Chinese herbs, with descriptions,therapeutic effects, preparation methods and dosages. Alsoincludes a brief overview of the basic terms and concepts of TraditionalChinese Medicine, simple instructions for preparing herbal formulas athome, a guide to dozens of readily available, prepared herbal formulasfor common ailments, and an index of symptoms and ailments and more.Softcover, 328 pages. $15The Yellow Emperor's Classic of MedicineA New Translation of the Neijing Suwen with Commentaryby Maoshing NiPerhaps the most famous classic of Chinese Medicine, attributed to theYellow Emperor, who reigned during the third millennium BCE. Thisnew translation consists of the eighty-one chapters of the section of theNeijing known as the Suwen or "Questions of Organic and FundamentalNature." For the non-practitioner, this text has many insights into understandingseasonal and dietary influences and general lifestyle habitsthat affect the energy flow through our meridians and into our organs.Softcover, 316 pages. $18Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicineby Harriet Beinfield & Efram KorngoldAddresses three vital areas of Chinese medicine—theory, therapy andtypes—to present a comprehensive, yet understandable guide to thisancient system. Easily understandable by the layperson.Softcover, 432 pages. $14Power of Natural Healing by Hua-Ching NiDiscusses the natural aspects of healing in contrast to conventionalmedicine. Offers information and practices which can enhance anytreatment method currently being used by anyone seeking full health.It goes deeper to discuss methods of Taoist cultivation which promote54 Summer 2011