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Routledge Martial Arts in Asia: History, Culture and Politics

Name: Routledge Martial Arts in Asia: History, Culture and Politics
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the complex evolution of Asian martial arts through this academic study from Routledge. This book examines how these disciplines have transitioned from traditional practices into modern sports within a global setting. By looking at the reawakening of these arts, the text provides a deep look into the cultural hybridity that defines them today. Readers will gain a better understanding of how martial arts function within the contexts of religion, philosophy, and politics. The book investigates how specific styles, such as Shaolin martial arts and Taekwondo, have served as tools for national identity. It explains how these traditions helped Asian communities navigate and overcome various national hardships. This work is an essential resource for those studying the transformation of traditional combat systems into global sporting phenomena. It offers a detailed perspective on the social and political forces that shape the martial arts landscape in Asia.

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Examines the transition of Asian martial arts from traditional combat systems to modern global sports.

Analyzes the role of martial arts in shaping national identities and overcoming social hardships.

Provides historical context through the lenses of religion, philosophy, and politics.

Explores specific disciplines including Shaolin martial arts and Taekwondo.

Investigates the concept of cultural hybridity in a modern globalized setting.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0815348134
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 May 2018
Listed Since: 22 September 2017

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