North Atlantic Books: 547 books
Kurikara
The Sword and the Serpent
Language: English
Release Date: July 5, 2011
In Mikkyo—Japanese esoteric Buddhism—the dragon Kurikara symbolizes the internal energy developed through sword practice. Kurikara is a manifestation of the fierce bodhisattva Fudo Myo O, the patron of ascetics and warriors in Japan, who uses his sword to destroy delusions and sever attachments....
Shang Yun-Xiang Style Xingyiquan
The Foundations and Subtleties of Xingyiquan Training
Language: English
Release Date: November 18, 2014
A modern classic, Shang Yun-Xiang Style Xingyiquan is essential for Xingyiquan practitioners and a useful guide for any practitioner of the Chinese martial arts. While focusing on Shang-style Xingyiquan (derived from author Li Wen-Bin's training under Grandmaster Shang Yun-Xiang), this book clearly...
Your Soul's Plan eChapters - Chapter 5: Drug Addiction and Alcoholism
Discovering the Real Meaning of the Life You Planned Before You Were Born
Language: English
Release Date: August 28, 2012
Would you like to understand the deeper spiritual meaning and purpose of drug addiction and alcoholism?
Your Soul’s Plan eChapters: Drug Addiction and Alcoholism contains the Preface, Introduction, Chapter 1: Pre-birth Planning, and Chapter 5: Drug Addiction and Alcoholism from Robert Schwartz’s...
by William Kotzwinkle, Glenn Murray
Language: English
Release Date: October 18, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: October 18, 2011
Warning: This book may cause flatulence. Walter is a fine dog, except for one small problem: he has gas. He can't help it; it's just the way he is. Fortunately, the kids Billy and Betty love him regardless, but Father says he's got to go! Poor Walter, he's going to the dog pound tomorrow. And then,...
Person-to-Person Astrology
Energy Factors in Love, Sex and Compatibility
Language: English
Release Date: June 21, 2011
Using a new language of energy based on the ancient “four elements” and in harmony with that used by the more advanced healing arts, renowned author Stephen Arroyo here explores how astrology as a language of energy can be astoundingly accurate and useful in illuminating individuals’ energy...
Your Soul's Plan eChapters - Chapter 3: Parenting Handicapped Children
Discovering the Real Meaning of the Life You Planned Before You Were Born
Language: English
Release Date: August 28, 2012
Would you like to understand the deeper spiritual meaning of parenting children who have Asperger’s, bipolar disorder, severe autism, Attention Deficit Disorder or ADD, blindness, and other handicaps?
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Your Soul’s Plan eChapters: Parenting Handicapped Children contains the Preface, Introduction,...
Baby Greens
A Live-Food Approach for Children of All Ages
Language: English
Release Date: December 18, 2012
The typical American diet is a major factor in the epidemic of obesity and poor health in the country’s children. Baby Greens helps parents establish healthy eating habits in their children—and themselves—through a diet rich in raw foods. A lively mix of education, philosophy, recipes, and activities,...
by Fu Zhongwen
Language: English
Release Date: December 4, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: December 4, 2012
Fu Zhongwen's classic guide offers the best documentation available of the Yang style of taijiquan. The superbly detailed form instructions and historic line art drawings are based on Fu’s many years as a disciple of Yang Chengfu, taijiquan’s legendary founder. Also included are concise descriptions...
by Jin Yunting
Language: English
Release Date: February 10, 2015
Language: English
Release Date: February 10, 2015
Famed for promoting health and longevity, as well as for its effectiveness as a fighting art, Xingyi is practiced by enthusiasts in China and in the West. Designed as a primer or introductory reader and filled with photos, illustrations, and descriptive text, this authentic manual introduces the Five...
Developing Jin
Silk-Reeling Power in Tai Chi and the Internal Martial Arts
Language: English
Release Date: April 22, 2014
Developing Jin provides a complete and progressive training regimen for increasing and refining chansi-jin, also known as silk-reeling power or coiling power--the true power of the internal martial arts. With step-by-step instructions and photographs, experienced teacher Philip Starr walks readers...
Aikido Ground Fighting
Grappling and Submission Techniques
Language: English
Release Date: May 14, 2013
Aikido Ground Fighting presents effective ground techniques that remain true to aikido founder Morehei Ueshiba's teachings while addressing a potential weakness in the system: while aikido is renowned for its submission and compliance techniques as well as grappling from a standing position, it is...
Zen Body-Being
An Enlightened Approach to Physical Skill, Grace, and Power
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2011
In this inspiring guide, Peter Ralston presents a program of "physical education" for anyone interested in body improvement. Using simple, clear language to demystify the Zen mindset, he draws on more than three decades of experience teaching students and apprentices worldwide who have applied...
The Kata and Bunkai of Goju-Ryu Karate
The Essence of the Heishu and Kaishu Kata
Language: English
Release Date: February 6, 2018
Challenging timeworn conventions of karate training and revealing the original intent of classical kata—or forms—through detailed descriptions of self-defense applications known as bunkai, this is a crucial addition to any martial-arts library. Containing more than 265 photos, the book is divided...
Journey to the Heart of Aikido
The Teachings of Motomichi Anno Sensei
Language: English
Release Date: September 10, 2013
Journey to the Heart of Aikido presents the teachings of Motomichi Anno Sensei, one of the few remaining direct students of Morihei Ueshiba, the legendary founder of Aikido. After a lifetime of practice and teaching in Japan, the United States, and Europe, Anno Sensei conveys through his teachings...