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General Qi Gong and Related Subjects
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A Brief History of Qi by Yu Huan Zhang and Ken Rose
A good read and an excellent reference book that explores what qi is from a Chinese perspective.
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Aspects of Spirit: Hun Po, Jing Shen, Yi Zhi in Classical Chinese Texts
A fascinating book exploring the concept of spirit through the classical Chinese literature and of particular interest in regard to Classical Chinese Medicine.
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Chi Kung for Health & Vitality By Wong Kiew Kit
An easy to follow & enjoyable guide to practicing Shaolin Cosmos Qigong. An essential read for Qi Gong teachers.
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China Root – Taoism, Ch’an and Original Zen
A fascinating and insightful exploration of spiritual practices in China and how they laid the foundation of Zen Buddhism. It may not be about…
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Chinese Medical Qigong
A bit on the heavy side, but a wonderful textbook with huge levels of detail.
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Conditioned Reflex Therapy By Andrew Salter
An alternative perspective on the search for your true self.
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Cultivating Stillness: qīng jìng jīng
A fascinating and insightful version of this Taoist classic.
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Energy Medicine in Therapeutics and Human Performance By James Oschman
I was looking for a scientific understanding to energy and healing and this book helped. I found it best read in bite size chunks,…
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Exercise Prescription in Sui China (581–618 CE)
A truly fascinating book that is described by the Institute of Classical Asian Medicine as “a defining text in English on the prescription of…
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Lao Tzu: Tao Te Ching
Not an academic translation, but a true, heartfelt version by an author with a real understanding.
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Laozi’s Prose Poetry
A wonderfully insightful translation by a good friend and colleague, Feixia Yu
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Later Methods of Zhineng Qigong and Taiji
A translation of Dr Pang Ming’s book about additional supporting methods. Good reference material for Zhineng Qigong teachers.
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Monkey King: Journey to the West
An truly insightful and funny version of this classic Chinese folktale.
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Paranormal Abilities of Zhineng Qigong
A translation of Dr Pang Ming’s book on the development and use of extraordinary (paranormal) abilities in healing. Good reference but best learned through…
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Psycho-Emotional pain and the Eight Extraordinary Vessels By Yvonne Farrrel
Provides a good understanding of the emotional, mind aspect of pain and suffering from a energy system perspective. Worth a read.
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Qi Training Eight Methods of Zhineng Qigong
Written by one of our associated Teachers, a valuable companion for Qi Gong and the work of Yan Cui
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Qigong Empowerment By Master Shou-Yu Liang & Wen-Ching Wu
An interesting book that covers a broad range of Qi Gong approaches with a reasonable level of detail.
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The Art of Chi Kung By Wong Kiew Kit
Another easy read that goes into a lot of detail about practicing Chi Kung at various depths and levels.
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The Body Moveable By David Gorman
A rich, in-depth book on Western Anatomy and Physiology for those interested in the body in motion.
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The Complete Book of Chinese Medicine By Wong Kiew Kit
It is not a complete guide, but a great book. More technical than his other books, but rich in understanding and information.
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The Methods of Zhineng Qigong Science
One of the original, go-to reference books for Zhineng Qigong in English. Covering levels 1, 2 and 3 this book is great for reference.
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The Root of Chinese Qigong By Yang, Jwing-Ming
A useful reference book for terminology and understanding from a Chinese perspective.
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The Spark in the Machine By Dr Daniel Keown
An amusing and insightful book exploring the eastern and western perspectives of how the body functions.
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The Three Treasures
Detailed, great referencing and a really helpful perspective on the Three Treasures.