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OverviewChinese martial arts is considered by many to symbolise the strength of the Chinese and their pride in their history, and has long been regarded as an important element of Chinese culture and national identity. Politics and Identity in Chinese Martial Arts comprehensively examines the development of Chinese martial arts in the context of history and politics, and highlights its role in nation building and identity construction over the past two centuries. This book explores how the development of Chinese martial arts was influenced by the ruling regimes’ political and military policies, as well as the social and economic environment. It also discusses the transformation of Chinese martial arts into its modern form as a competitive sport, a sport for all and a performing art, considering the effect of the rapid transformation of Chinese society in the 20th century and the influence of Western sports. The text concludes by examining the current prominence of Chinese martial arts on a global scale and the bright future of the sport as a unique cultural icon and national symbol of China in an era of globalisation. Politics and Identity in Chinese Martial Arts is important reading for researchers, students and scholars working in the areas of Chinese studies, Chinese history, political science and sports studies. It is also a valuable read for anyone with a special interest in Chinese martial arts. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lu Zhouxiang (National University of Ireland Maynooth, Ireland)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.453kg ISBN: 9781138090804ISBN 10: 1138090808 Pages: 244 Publication Date: 12 June 2018 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education , Undergraduate Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews"""Comprehensive without being verbose, this brief history of the Chinese martial arts is likely to end up on a variety of course reading lists and bibliographies."" Dr. Benjamin N. Judkins, Kung Fu Tea ""Lu’s work offers a real contribution to the understanding of Chinese traditional culture in the form of martial arts, politics, and identity."" Henning Wittwer, International Institute for Asian Studies" Comprehensive without being verbose, this brief history of the Chinese martial arts is likely to end up on a variety of course reading lists and bibliographies. Dr. Benjamin N. Judkins, Kung Fu Tea Lu's work offers a real contribution to the understanding of Chinese traditional culture in the form of martial arts, politics, and identity. Henning Wittwer, International Institute for Asian Studies Author InformationLu Zhouxiang is Lecturer in Chinese Studies within the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures at the National University of Ireland Maynooth, Ireland. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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