Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Gender studies > Women's studies
|
Not currently available
Sharp Spear, Crystal Mirror - Martial Arts in Womens Lives (Paperback)
Loot Price: R416
Discovery Miles 4 160
You Save: R116
(22%)
|
|
Sharp Spear, Crystal Mirror - Martial Arts in Womens Lives (Paperback)
(sign in to rate)
List price R532
Loot Price R416
Discovery Miles 4 160
You Save R116 (22%)
Supplier out of stock. If you add this item to your wish list we will let you know when it becomes available.
|
- Twenty-four women martial artists discuss the physical and
spiritual challenges of martial arts training and how it helps
bring meaning and purpose to their lives
- Women aged 12 to 83 are interviewed on the importance and meaning
of martial arts in their lives.
- Explores in-depth why many women are dedicating themselves to the
martial arts.
- An inspiration for anyone concerned with enhancing the physical,
spiritual, and social dimensions of life, and for those interested
in women's self-defense and safety.
"Sharp Spear, Crystal Mirror" explores in depth how, why, and to
what effect considerable numbers of women are dedicating themselves
to the martial arts. The twenty-four women interviewed here discuss
the physical and spiritual challenges of martial arts training and
how it helps to bring meaning and purpose to their lives. Their
disciplines include T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Aikido, Capoeira, Wing Chun,
Judo, Kajukenbo, Jujutsu, Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and Kung Fu, and
their backgrounds are equally diverse. Some were accomplished
athletes before beginning, while others had never been comfortable
with their physical bodies until discovering the martial arts. All
have received deep spiritual nourishment through their practice,
integrating and healing their bodies and minds as well as enriching
community bonds. Those interested in women's studies will find a
wonderful sample of contemporary American women who speak
articulately about the forces that have shaped their lives.
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
|
|
Email address subscribed successfully.
A activation email has been sent to you.
Please click the link in that email to activate your subscription.