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Wing Chun Complete History

Millions of people passionately not only practice but seriously study the art of Wing Chun. Practitioners spend a lot of time in learning all aspects of the art, not only technical but historical, cultural, social, even religious, etc. While all these points are equally important for full understanding the art, seems that the point with the most interest is historical one. Wing Chun history was and still is a matter of myths and legends more than anything else. Influence, prestige, social status in the local and global Wing Chun community , honor, tradition, all these things are closely connected to art’s history which holds a special place in overall Wing Chun culture. It is no surprise, due to all these reasons, there are so many different version of the art’s history. While this is not the only book on the subject of history and development of Wing Chun it is unique in a way that it is made by following scientific method of historical science to the highest possible degree. This book separates myths and legends from facts and gives a clear and impartial view on historical development of different Wing Chun linages form the time of Taiping rebellion to this day. Considering the importance of history in Chinese martial arts in general and especially in Wing Chun, this book is the necessary part of the literature every practitioner must have in his library.Read more

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