Tuttle publishing apr 2023 (17 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Become a Better Martial Artist by Applying Lessons from the World's Greatest Military Strategists from Sun Tzu to Von Clausewitz Lessons in the Art of War investigates the theories and philosophies of the most prominent military thinkers in Asia and Europe and examines the combat roots of a variety of fighting styles from traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean martial arts to the fighting arts of the ancient Greeks and modern Israelis. It also demonstrates how the martial arts, whether Asian or Western in origin, were historically about brutal fighting, often to the death, and how ancient attitudes and beliefs can be adapted for success in today's MMA steel cage, judo or karate tournament as they were in ancient armies. Including an introduction to Asian and Western military thought, chapters include: - The Nature and Conduct of Combat- What is Combat - Preparing for Battle- Elements of Tactics and Strategy- Imposing Your Will- Destroying the Enemy Force- Strength of the Defensive Position- Failure- Moral Quality of Courage- Securing Victory.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Otowa has woven a series of delightful vignettes of life in Japan, from a true historical story of feuding villages to a man who steals shoes at temples.and some highlighting the cultural differences between Japanese and American sensibilities, especially for women.' -- Ginny Tapley-Takemori, translator of Convenience Store Woman. …

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - With this yoga guide, you can delve into a sport as good for your mind as it is for your body--and become a part of the vast (and continually growing) yoga community in the US and beyond. Dating back to the 11th century Vedic Indian tradition, the practice of yoga didn't gain prominence in the Western world until the 20th century. Fast forward to the present day, and yoga communities are huge--and still showing steady growth. Yoga is as good for the mind as it is for the body, and its benefits include flexibility, weight loss, stress reduction, pain relief, and spiritual growth. This yoga book for beginners covers the origins of yoga including its philosophy, history, and the various styles of yoga schools as they apply to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. The Simpkins, neuroscience professionals with over 40 years teaching experience, address the curiosities and concerns of the beginning student, such as: - Where do I begin - How do I find a teacher - How do I prepare for my first class - What do the unfamiliar terms mean - And much, much moreYoga Basics focuses on the yoga essentials of breathing, balance, and the yoga poses themselves. Meditation and relaxation techniques are also discussed to complement your yoga exercises or yoga workouts. This accessible and comprehensive introduction is everything you need to learn yoga with confidence and success.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This samurai strategy books is the first widely available English translation of Yamamoto Kansuke's classic treatise on strategy and tactics. Secrets of the Japanese Art of Warfare is Thomas Cleary's translation of the seminal writings attributed to Yamamoto Kansuke on Japanese martial arts and military service. A mysterious man of humble origins, Yamamoto distinguished himself in the service of the redoubtable Takeda Shingen. Yamamoto was a career soldier and founder of the so-called 'school of certain victory,' from which the famous Miyamoto Musashi (The Book of Five Rings) emerged. His school developed the art of discerning situational combat advantage so that a warrior was able to commit to action only when success was virtually assured. Translated and accompanied with helpful insights by Thomas Cleary, one of the foremost translators of the martial wisdom of Asia, this book is for all persons engaged in military, law enforcement, or emergency response, as well as for martial artists, athletes, business executives, diplomats and politicians.…

sonst. Bücher. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Create fun and intricate money origami using your Washingtons, Franklins, and Lincolns. These days, a dollar won't get you very far, but--in the right hands--a dollar bill can become a work of art. In Michael LaFosse & Richard Alexander's Dollar Origami, the world-renowned origami artist and co-founder of the eminent Origamido Studio shares twenty incredible creations specifically designed to be made out of dollar bills. Folded money models are wonderful gifts and conversation pieces, and LaFosse & Alexander make it easy for you to get started with projects ranging from 'very simple' to 'challenging.' Money origami is more popular than ever, thanks to the panoply of designs and the wonderful folding qualities of the dollar bill. Many people like to give cash gifts or tips in folded money. While the classic origami folds still fascinate, money-fold enthusiasts are always looking for fresh ideas. LaFosse & Alexander's Dollar Origami is full of original designs to learn origami quickly and easily. At such a great value--folding money has never been so easy or affordable! This origami book contains: - Full color, 64-page book- Step-by-step instructions- Colorful diagrams and photographs- Origami folding guide and tips- 20 original origami projects- 48 tear-out practice 'dollar bills' - 3 hours of downloadable or streamable video tutorials- Videos are also streamable and downloadable onlineIt's no wonder that more and more people realize how fun dollar bill origami can be. Printed currency is easy to fold, remarkably durable, intricately patterned, and readily available. Money origami projects include: - The Windmill Pillow- Prosperity Bamboo- The George Washington Knot- Drahcir the Dragon- And many more.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Qigong, a holistic approach to health and wellness, focuses on gentle movement, breathing, and meditation. Qigong Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient Chinese discipline in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. Related to tai chi, this practice engages the mind and body, while helping to strengthen muscles, find balance, and reduce stress. This introductory book contains the following vital information: - The origins of Qigong--its philosophy, history, and different styles - How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you- Getting ready for your first class--what happens in a Qigong class - The essential elements--breathing, stances, grounding and expansions- How to complement your Qigong training with meditation and qi exercises- Powerful ways to promote health and well-being through specific sequences- Resources to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Qigong Whether you're just getting started, or you've already been training for a year or two, Qigong Basics offers an easy to read, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Create a memento of your trip to Korea that you'll cherish forever! If you're planning a trip to Korea, this travel journal is a must-have, from the planning stages to the end of your vacation. The book opens with 16 beautiful full-color pages of photos, maps and illustrations in scrapbook style, which not only provide useful information about Korea's top tourist destinations, but will also inspire you in your own scrapbooking and journaling. You can use the 106 blank pages, alternately plain and lined, to record your own memories of your trip in words and pictures. The journal finishes with 4 pages of Korean words and phrases that will come in handy as you explore this fascinating country! - pages 1-16: Travel information including subway maps & must-see destinations, such as: Seoul Tower, Gyeonbokgung Palace, Jingwansa Temple, Myeong-dong Underground Shopping Center, and many more!- pages 17-123: Alternate plain and lined blank pages for sketching, scrapbooking, notes and journaling- pages 124-127: Useful words and phrases in Korean- Includes an interior back pocket for safekeeping tickets, momentos, and more.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Contemporary Japanese is a textbook series for beginning students of Japanese at the college or high school level. It is intended for classroom use as well as self-study. Each lesson in the books is very short--meant to be covered in just an hour--and has a single, clearly-defined objective. All lessons make use of the 'active discovery' approach which encourages rapid learning through 'guess and try' problem-solving and participation as opposed to rote memorization. This highly effective method uses real-life conversations that make learning fun by involving you in a conversation with your peers. It also removes the fear of saying something wrong! This book, the second volume in the series, contains 45 short lessons grouped into 12 chapters--each of which presents a wide variety of activities and exercises and yet is designed to be covered in a single session. This 'daily multivitamin' approach to language learning makes it easy to track your progress and to review later! Free online audio files can be downloaded, providing native speaker recordings and giving correct pronunciations for the dialogs and vocabulary in each lesson. In this book you'll learn more about: - Kanji and their meanings- Japanese verb forms- Comparison and stating preferences- Using common set phrases and making requests- Evaluating facts and expressing opinions- Sightseeing, food cravings and tastes- Insights into Japanese cultureAccompanying the textbook is Contemporary Japanese Workbook Volume 2--it serves as a supplementary material as well as a standalone comprehensive workbook for practicing and reviewing the language.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Part human, part animal -- all fantastic! Veteran illustrator Ryo Sumiyoshi stretches the boundaries of fantasy human-animal hybrids in his new book--presenting not just the usual jungle beasties but a fascinating array of strange and unusual creatures found nowhere else! Sumiyoshi's extensive sketchbook ideas, drawing tips and full-color examples combine insights on body structures and movement with conceptual sketches and notes linking physical attributes to personality and behavior. The hundreds of drawings in this book show you how to create a rich menagerie of fantasy characters: - Anthropomorphic furries based on the classic dog, cat, fox and werewolf-type characters- Humans with animal features like a hunter with a bushy tail and the crafty face of a cat- Animals with human features, for example a six-legged tiger with a human face- Animal-to-animal hybrids including a snake-fox and a griffinesque chimera>This is the ultimate sourcebook for anyone interested in fantasy creature design.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - \*\*A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection\*\*Recommended by the New York Public Library among its list of '50 Best New Comics for Adults' in 2023 What happens when the living risk their lives to save the souls of the dead Every summer, in an isolated Japanese village, a celebration known as the Festival of Shadows takes place. The villagers are entrusted to assist the troubled souls or 'shadows' of those who died tragically, and to help them come to terms with their deaths and find eternal peace. Naoko, a young girl born in the village, is given a year to save the soul of a mysterious young man. She develops strong feelings for her shadow--a handsome young man, an artist--but he seems haunted by a terrible secret. She has a year to find out what happened to him, to help him come to terms with his past, and if she fails, his soul will be lost forever. As the year goes by, Naoko finds herself teetering between the worlds of the living and the dead. What is the terrible secret that seems to be haunting her shadow And could she be risking her own life to help someone who has already lost his Naoko puts her own life on the line to save the soul of this man she loves, in an exciting, moving and beautifully drawn story that takes the reader on a journey from the beautiful Japanese countryside to glamorous Tokyo art world.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An inspiring guide to sketching and painting the world around you! Packed with practical tips and advice, this book shows you how to fill your sketchbook or watercolor pad with a variety of everyday items that catch your eye, such as: - Kitchen items like cups, teapots and silverware- Toys like Rubik's Cubes and model cars- Tea sandwiches and roll cakes- Colorful bottles and containers- Household items like umbrellas, bottles and candles- Clothing and acessories including shirts, hats and umbrellas- And so much more! Author Tomoko Kuramae provides clear step-by-step instructions on the proportions and perspective of basic objects and clearly explains how to draw dozens of items based on cubes, cylinders and flat shapes from a variety of angles. She then shows you how to bring your finished sketches alive with the use of brilliant transparent watercolors.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Bring your manga to life with awesome action, powerful poses, body basics: IT'S ALL HERE! Learn the essentials of manga drawing from professional Japanese illustrators, and let them show you how to tell better stories with your manga art. Start with anatomy and body structure to create compelling characters in a few simple head-to-toe steps. Then it's time to build your world and tell your story. With this all-in-one guide, your characters, drawing, and storytelling abilities will quickly soar! In this book you'll learn not only the basics, but the insider tips and secrets only the professionals know. You'll also learn to avoid common pitfalls and overcome obstacles that might otherwise lessen the impact of your work and prevent you from becoming a successful artist! Here are just some of the features of this practical handbook: - A complete art course in one volume--from anatomy and body structure to facial features and expressions, clothing and accessories, action poses and narrative techniques - A guide to world-building and storytelling in the authentic Japanese manga style- Two professional Japanese illustrators share their expertise in figure drawing and composition as well as two- and three-dimensional design and perspective- Hundreds of dynamic examples and tips show you how to master the details that make a difference and the effects that can elevate your work to another level- Over 1,000 color illustrations help to guide you on your path to becoming a better artist!Drawing Manga gives you the tips and tools you need to develop your skills and tell the stories you want to tell effectively-- just like the pros! \*Recommended for artists 16 & up\*.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The complete guide to amazing digital illustration techniques! Are you an animator, an illustrator, a designer Or an artist working in multiple digital fields at once If so, this is the book for you! Manga & Anime Digital Illustration Guide takes you inside the studios of 12 professional Japanese artists and animators. In this book, you will learn the techniques used by the pros to draw and design characters for a variety of commercial and creative platforms. Follow the step-by-step lessons to learn how to create amazing characters and illustrations, and forge your own pathway in the world of creative careers Learn the pro techniques for a wide variety of modern applications, such as: - Smartphone apps, anime films and video games- Posters, covers, advertisements and special effects- Fan art and fantasy fiction illustrations- Illustrated books, manga and graphic novelsPull up a chair for this collection of private tutorials and let the experts show you how they work. Learn the tips and techniques that lead to unforgettable illustrations.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Qigong, a holistic approach to health and wellness, focuses on gentle movement, breathing, and meditation. Qigong Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient Chinese discipline in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. Related to tai chi, this practice engages the mind and body, while helping to strengthen muscles, find balance, and reduce stress. This introductory book contains the following vital information: - The origins of Qigong--its philosophy, history, and different styles - How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you- Getting ready for your first class--what happens in a Qigong class - The essential elements--breathing, stances, grounding and expansions- How to complement your Qigong training with meditation and qi exercises- Powerful ways to promote health and well-being through specific sequences- Resources to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Qigong Whether you're just getting started, or you've already been training for a year or two, Qigong Basics offers an easy to read, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport.Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld 192 pp. Englisch.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Superb Yokai images from the world's leading museums and private collections! Japan's vast pantheon of supernatural creatures includes demons (yokai), monsters, ogres (oni), ghosts (yurei) and magicians--mythical beings from folklore and popular culture which continue to thrill readers of traditional stories and manga today. This richly illustrated book by Andreas Marks, the leading authority on Japanese woodblock prints, presents authentic illustrations and descriptions of 100 different creatures, including: - Bakeneko: Monster cats in human form who lick lamp oil and prey on humans born in the year of the Rat- Han'nya: Female demons with sharp and pointed horns, metallic eyes and a smirking smile- Hihi: Large ape-like monsters who live in the mountains and have superhuman strength, enabling them to kidnap and kill humans- Mikoshi-nyudo: Yokai with an enormously extended necks who appear only at night- And many more!>Also included are two long handscrolls from the Minneapolis Institute of Art (A Collection of Monsters and Night Parade of One Hundred Demons) which are reproduced here for the very first time. Prints and Paintings sourced from the following list of museums, libraries and private collections: Art Institute of ChicagoChristie's, London & New YorkThe Cleveland Museum of ArtHarold B. Lee Library, Brigham Young UniversityKyoto University, Main LibraryLibrary of CongressLos Angeles County Museum of ArtThe Metropolitan Museum of ArtMinneapolis Institute of ArtNational Museum of Japanese HistoryPrinceton University LibraryRijksmuseum, AmsterdamSmithsonian Libraries.…

Paperblanks. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This origami paper pack contains 500 high-quality origami papers printed with Matrix Optical Illusion patterns--bring your origami to a whole new dimension!These exciting black and white designs were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 different designs unique to this set, and every sheet is printed with a contrasting color on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back of the sheets. This origami paper pack includes:500 sheets of high-quality origami paper12 unique designsOver 40 sheets of paper for each designDouble-sided color 6 x 6 inch (15 cm) squaresInstructions for 5 easy origami projects.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -Qigong, a holistic approach to health and wellness, focuses on gentle movement, breathing, and meditation. Qigong Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this ancient Chinese discipline in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. Related to tai chi, this practice engages the mind and body, while helping to strengthen muscles, find balance, and reduce stress. This introductory book contains the following vital information: - The origins of Qigong--its philosophy, history, and different styles - How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you- Getting ready for your first class--what happens in a Qigong class - The essential elements--breathing, stances, grounding and expansions- How to complement your Qigong training with meditation and qi exercises- Powerful ways to promote health and well-being through specific sequences- Resources to help you develop your knowledge and understanding of Qigong Whether you're just getting started, or you've already been training for a year or two, Qigong Basics offers an easy to read, yet comprehensive introduction to the sport. 192 pp. Englisch.…