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The Ultimate Guide to Yin Yang (The Ultimate Series) Hardcover – July 27, 2021

by Antony Cummins (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 89 ratings
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The first book to fully explore and explain the concept of yin yang, breaking it down in easy-to-follow terms for all those interested in Daoism, alternative medicine, martial arts and other Eastern fields of study. Illustrated with striking red/black graphics that make the concepts more accessible.

The concept of yin yang can be found in some of the oldest writing in the world. It is fundamental to Chinese thought and the route to understanding most Chinese practices, from Traditional Chinese Medicine to Daoism and feng shui. It also offers us ways of enhancing our own lives, establishing greater balance not only in our own environment but also in the wider world if we can work with other people to follow nature's flow.

The central question of the book is "What is yin yang?" Step by step, with plenty of helpful illustrations and graphics, it explores the history and changing uses of yin yang - not forgetting the pronunciation and spelling (why yinyang is actually better than yin yang). The book also makes suggestions for working with yin yang, from observing the landscape to get a sense of the ebb and flow of energy through the world, to studying the patterns of nature in order to take what you need but not too much, to approaching sex as a cosmic ritual. After reading this book, readers will understand how to position themselves so that yin yang fills their lives with abundance - how to be in the right place at the right time.
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    July 27, 2021
  6. Dimensions
    6.3 x 1.27 x 9.46 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1786785153
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Antony Cummins is the author of The Ultimate Art of War and many other books on Eastern martial culture. He is the founder of the Historical Ninjutsu Research Team, which has previously translated The Book of Ninja and The Book of Samurai series. Antony also works as a consultant and co-presenter on high-end documentaries on Japan that are distributed by National Geographic, and is the Official Tourism Ambassador for Wakayama. He has been recognised by peers as a leading expert in the discovery of military arts of medieval Japan. Find out more at: www.natori.co.uk

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Watkins Publishing (July 27, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 284 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1786785153
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1786785152
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.14 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.3 x 1.27 x 9.46 inches
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Antony Cummins is an author-historian who concentrates on medieval Japanese warfare and is the founder of the Historical Ninjutsu Research Team, a team dedicated to the translation and publication of historical shinobi manuals into the English language. His goal is to bring together the greatest amount of reference material on the ninja and to help form a correct image of the truth behind Japanese samurai warfare. In his works you will discover the lost ways of the ninja, ancient stories of samurai heroes and secrets that have been hidden away for centuries.

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Recent book with a lot of information easy to understand!
I bought this book as part of my study by the Ying-Yang and the universal worldview of the East, it is really surprising, a kind of easily explanatory manual above all this issue, with this topic academically highlighting.Very complete in its content and with an impeccable presentation, the Hardcover edition that I have is really beautiful and well printed, it is worth totally without abstract speeches, I highly recommend it to all those interested in the study of Asian esotericism. This book is the base, the real base of everything.
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Future Designer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Service
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars A New Perspective to View the World
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I'm a big fan of Antony Cummins' Ultimate Art of War, so I very much looked forward to this book.

Unlike that book, which was guided by Sun Tzu's text, this is Antony breaking down yinyang by his own order and flow, based on various sources. From time to time there are pictures to help illustrate a point and he references classic stories and the like.

I very much enjoy learning from past teachings, and so I enjoyed this. Yin and yang are everywhere! It's added a new way of seeing the world, and I think highly of any book that can do that.

The ebook is well put together. I've noticed no formatting issues or anything else bad. I actually received a physical copy to review for free, and that is a very nice book. But I ended up buying the ebook and doing most of my reading over the past couple days with it (out of convenience), which was well worth the purchase! So go with your preference as both are of great quality.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Recent book with a lot of information easy to understand!
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2021
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I bought this book as part of my study by the Ying-Yang and the universal worldview of the East, it is really surprising, a kind of easily explanatory manual above all this issue, with this topic academically highlighting.

Very complete in its content and with an impeccable presentation, the Hardcover edition that I have is really beautiful and well printed, it is worth totally without abstract speeches, I highly recommend it to all those interested in the study of Asian esotericism. This book is the base, the real base of everything.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Recent book with a lot of information easy to understand!
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2021
I bought this book as part of my study by the Ying-Yang and the universal worldview of the East, it is really surprising, a kind of easily explanatory manual above all this issue, with this topic academically highlighting.

Very complete in its content and with an impeccable presentation, the Hardcover edition that I have is really beautiful and well printed, it is worth totally without abstract speeches, I highly recommend it to all those interested in the study of Asian esotericism. This book is the base, the real base of everything.
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Jeff Ingram
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Brilliant Book By Antony Cummins!
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2021
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The Ultimate Guide Series is a collection that starts with the Art of War and now continues with Yin Yang! This book has a little something for everyone. If you are martial arts education researcher, a martial practitioner, or a avid reader of eastern philosophy then look no further. Yin Yang offers a glimpse into many aspects of life, starting with the Universe, the Ancient World, Warfare, and even Finding your Way in modern times. An extensive, enjoyable text and one that is masterfully written. Highly recommend!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Brilliant Book By Antony Cummins!
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2021
The Ultimate Guide Series is a collection that starts with the Art of War and now continues with Yin Yang! This book has a little something for everyone. If you are martial arts education researcher, a martial practitioner, or a avid reader of eastern philosophy then look no further. Yin Yang offers a glimpse into many aspects of life, starting with the Universe, the Ancient World, Warfare, and even Finding your Way in modern times. An extensive, enjoyable text and one that is masterfully written. Highly recommend!
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N.A. Mayer
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read and understand
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2021
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Antony writes in a way that is easy to understand. Once you pick up this book it’s hard to put down. As with all his books once you start you actually finish the book. Great material for any studying the martial arts.
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steven lemner
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2022
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A great explanation of its theory’s in term that are easy to understand. Even for the experienced it gives some excellent insights.
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Maminna
5.0 out of 5 stars The most comprehensive book of Yin/Yang theory!
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2021
I wish that I had this book, when I first started studying Eastern culture and martial arts.

This book is a very comprehensive introduction to the theory of Yin and Yang that allows the beginner and advanced student, a very in-depth look at the origins and teachings of this important system.

As a teacher of Buddhism and martial arts, it is a key component that is usually missing from most people's comprehension of the very basic culture and beliefs of the East.

Without this fundamental understanding, it is very difficult and in many ways limited, as to how deeply one can go into a more in-depth study. I am very happy that this book exists.

If you were to try to collect and verify this information on your own it would take a incredible amount of research and study. Hi myself over many years collected this information as well. I was happily surprised when I was able to verify that my research and study is in harmony with this book. Also, the way it is organized is marvelous. Another A+ in my book.

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Maminna
5.0 out of 5 stars The most comprehensive book of Yin/Yang theory!
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2021
I wish that I had this book, when I first started studying Eastern culture and martial arts.

This book is a very comprehensive introduction to the theory of Yin and Yang that allows the beginner and advanced student, a very in-depth look at the origins and teachings of this important system.

As a teacher of Buddhism and martial arts, it is a key component that is usually missing from most people's comprehension of the very basic culture and beliefs of the East.

Without this fundamental understanding, it is very difficult and in many ways limited, as to how deeply one can go into a more in-depth study. I am very happy that this book exists.

If you were to try to collect and verify this information on your own it would take a incredible amount of research and study. Hi myself over many years collected this information as well. I was happily surprised when I was able to verify that my research and study is in harmony with this book. Also, the way it is organized is marvelous. Another A+ in my book.

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troberts
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Book!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2021
This book is one that you cannot put down. It is extremely thorough in its research and so interesting in its approach and content. This book has helped me understand the concept a hundredfold and it's a reference guide that can be taken anywhere...which I plan to do. It's also visually beautiful and the diagrams are extremely helpful. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wishes to have a great understanding of Yin Yang.
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Ian V
5.0 out of 5 stars Lucid Analysis of the Five Elemental Process, Bagua, and Yinyang
Reviewed in Canada on September 4, 2021
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I've been looking for an explanation about the 5 elemental process, the Yi Ching and Yinyang for years. I've struggled with different texts, but none of them were very good. Cummins has published many books on the ninja and I have enjoyed reading them. But this book was even better than I was expecting and I would recommend this book to anyone interested in Japanese or Chinese philosophy.
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Reviewed in the Netherlands on February 20, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent detailed overview of yin and yang. Highly recommend you consider this book.
Reviewed in Canada on October 30, 2021
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Easy to read. Well organized with supporting illustrations
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