This finely illustrated story book is for children to enjoy while learning about the balance of nature through their new friends—the Pentro. These horses are a rare Italian breed raised on open land year-round in a valley surrounded by mountains. It’s a real place! The Pentro have lived in the same area in central Italy for over two thousand years, named after the independent Pentri tribe who fought against the Romans long ago. However, this book does not focus on the location. The story presented could be set anywhere. It was written so the noble horse could inspire children, sharing their perspective on nature’s marvels and the relationship between animals, plants, and humans. The vastness of the spoon-shaped valley is breathtaking by itself. Hills and high mountains encompass the area, giving a sense of seclusion from the rest of the world. A river traverses its length, nourishing plants and animals, including exotic birds migrating from Africa. Here children can embrace nature to the fullest, eyeing colors of butterflies and flowers and listening to the buzz of insects, croaking frogs, and the greeting horse’s neigh. It takes a lifetime to learn the valley’s secrets. For children, it captures their attention and draws them into the joy of discovery. Amid the endless activities of Mother Nature, the valley is somehow overwhelmingly peaceful and brings tranquility to visitors. In this majestic setting, it is the noble Pentro that captivates visitors, young and old — a magnificent animal at work or play, snuggling with the herd or galloping for the sheer joy of its Independence. The Pentro’s beauty and strength is appreciated by locals who have benefited by their presence. This children's story highlights the horses’ valley home and their symbiotic relationship with humans. As an activity, coloring pages are provided following the reading.

Questo libro finemente illustrato è pensato per i bambini che vogliono divertirsi mentre apprendono l'equilibrio della natura attraverso i loro nuovi amici, i Pentro, razza di cavalli alquanto rara che vive tutto l’anno all’aperto in una valle circondata da montagne. I Pentro si trovano nella stessa zona dell’Italia centrale da oltre duemila anni, prendendo il nome dalla tribù dei Pentri che combatté contro i Romani secoli e secoli or sono. Tuttavia, la storia presentata in questo libro potrebbe essere ambientata ovunque. È stata scritta affinché la nobile razza equina possa ispirare i bambini, condividendo la loro prospettiva sulle meraviglie della natura e sulla relazione tra flora, fauna ed esseri umani. La vastità della valle a forma di cucchiaio è mozzafiato: colline e alte montagne circondano la zona, trasmettendo un senso di isolamento dal resto del mondo. Un fiume la attraversa per tutta la sua lunghezza, offrendo nutrimento a piante e animali, tra cui alcuni uccelli esotici che migrano dall'Africa. Qui i bambini possono abbracciare la natura, osservando i colori delle farfalle e dei fiori, e ascoltando il ronzare degli insetti, il gracidare delle rane e il nitrire dei cavalli. Non basta una vita per conoscere tutti i segreti della valle, che cattura l’attenzione dei più piccoli e li invoglia alla scoperta. Nonostante Madre Natura sia in costante fermento, la valle è incredibilmente pacifica e infonde tranquillità nei visitatori. In questo ambiente maestoso, è il nobile Pentro ad affascinare grandi e piccini: una magnifica bestia da lavoro o da diporto, che pascola paciosa assieme alla sua mandria o corre al galoppo per dare libero sfogo al proprio spirito indipendente. La bellezza e la forza del Pentro sono apprezzate dalla gente del luogo, che ha tratto beneficio dalla sua presenza. Questa storia per bambini descrive la valle e la relazione simbiotica tra cavalli e umani. Il libro (versioni stampate) offre inoltre simpatiche pagine da colorare.

Montenero Val Cocchiara è indicato come Mundunur nel dialetto locale. È un tipico villaggio di montagna al confine tra le regioni Abruzzo e Molise. La sua gente conserva tradizioni e tratti caratteriali unici a causa del suo relativo isolamento. Come ampiamente rivelato in questo libro di Via Media, la sua storia è stata segnata dai contatti con numerosi gruppi potenti nel corso di molti secoli. Poiché Napoli era il cuore politico e culturale del Sud Italia, ha cucito fili che legano Montenero a un patrimonio comune a tutti coloro che vivono nel soleggiato sud. Chiunque abbia radici nel sud Italia trarrà sicuramente beneficio dalla lettura di questo libro. I lettori vedranno il villaggio come un microcosmo del mondo, dove le forze della storia e della cultura forgiano il carattere delle persone. Questo libro ha ricevuto elogi in recensioni su riviste accademiche negli Stati Uniti, Canada e Italia.

Storia di un immigrato: dalla miseria alle sofferenze della guerra, in fuga verso la libertà. Dare alla luce parla dei valori della vita che ruotano attorno alla famiglia, a una forte etica del lavoro, all'umorismo e all'amore. Questo libro incoraggerà tutti coloro che hanno parenti in là con gli anni a conoscere le loro storie, specie se sono immigrati. Il loro vissuto nutrirà le nostre radici, affinché i rami continuino a crescere rigogliosi e forti.

This biographical novella is about family life, surviving world wars, immigrating and adapting to a new culture. This book will encourage everyone who has grey-haired relatives to get to know their stories, especially if they are immigrants. Their histories nourish our roots so healthy branches continue to grow.

For all serious martial art practitioners / researchers! The themes in this book—drawn from Chinese history, culture, and martial arts experience—are entwined in a fictional narrative to animate events envisaged to have occurred during the mid-eighteenth century. From the outset, a thin veil separates fact from fiction. Our story starts with a discovery.

Trailer for Wuxia America: The Emergence of a Chinese American Hero. This is a story with a focus on Jason Lou, a modern doctor who represents a medical and martial tradition transmitted over centuries through his family lineage. In 1857, his ancestor brought the arts to California from China to serve the growing Chinese population who arrived during the gold rush and railroad building period. A newspaper publishes an in depth feature about Dr. Lou. Afterwords, a series of break ins occur. Was there something in the feature article that induced the criminal activities? Investigators soon learn that they are dealing with an international crime ring. An interdepartmental governmental team is formed and formulates theories regarding those responsible for the crime. Dr. Lou proves vital to the investigation. Ten years later, Dr. Lou and others realize the profound significance of what they’ve learned from their fateful brush with organized crime. This book should be of particular interest to Chinese Americans who can take pride in their history and be inspired by the main character as a role model — a hero in the broadest sense.

The variety of material in this anthology reflects in-depth scholarly research and the experience of master judo and jujutsu/jujitsu practitioners. Content covers influence of judo founder Jigoro Kano—from jujutsui roots to the spread of the style to judoka in Spain, England, the USA and worldwide as an Olympic competitive sport. This book will be a valuable source for judo enthusiasts for future decades. By making this book available to individuals and libraries, we hope this rare material will greatly contribute to further research in this field and inspire many to learn the history and culture of judo along with aspirations to mastery.

A total of sixty-three chapters are conveniently compiled in this two-volume set. In addition to 1,780 illustrations, there are glossaries, maps, charts, and bibliographies. The variety of material in this anthology reflects in-depth scholarly research and the experience of master practitioners. It will be a valuable source for karate enthusiasts for future decades. By making this book available to individuals and libraries, we hope this rare material will greatly contribute to further research in this field and inspire many to learn karate with aspirations to mastery.

This book presents the historical background of taijiquan (tai chi) in China and one of its major representatives, Xiong Yanghe (1889-1981). By providing the time and place of Xiong's life, his involvement in the military, and his emigration to Taiwan where he taught for decades, a rare view of the fullness of taiji is presented. He had the innate ability and the opportunities to study with many great teachers. The result was the Grandmaster Xiong was a teacher who embodied a stunning comprehension of taijiquan, including open-hand and weapon routines that are practiced solo or with a partner. Xiong's respected position among the few luminaries in the art helps scholars, teachers and practitioners to better understand the depth of taiji culture.

If you are interested in practicing a martial art for health, this Via Media anthology is highly practical for this purpose. The content inspires readers to adapt ways to enrich their martial art practice to reach a higher standard of health. Includes a variety of supplementary training methods derived from Eastern and Western cultures plus scientific points of view useful and effective for modern practitioners of martial arts.

This Via Media book presents two styles that complement each other as yin does yang. Bagua is known for its circular movements and its practice of “circle walking.” Xingyi embodies characteristic linear movements said to be derived from the logical strategies for using spear and staff. The rich content in this anthology comes from the rare academic and hands-on experience of those presented in chapters here. Readers will no doubt benefit from the practical practice tips as well as the other cultural details these wonderful authors share.

The variety of material in this anthology reflects in-depth scholarly research and the experience of master practitioners. It will be a valuable source for karate enthusiasts for future decades. By making this book available to individuals and libraries, we hope this rare material will greatly contribute to further research in this field and inspire many to learn karate with aspirations to mastery.

Russia is rich in martial traditions deriving from a highly diverse population. SAMBO—developed by the Soviet Red Army—became the most recognize martial art associated with Russia mainly because of its presence in international competitions. Another style to become recognized for its great practicality and encompassing training regimen is SYSTEMA. Originally created for Russian Special Operations Units, Systema’s teaching gradually spread world-wide after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. This anthology contains writings about Systema and Sambo that present essential information for anyone interested in the history, theory, and practice of these combative systems.

If you are interested in practicing a martial art for health, this Via Media anthology is highly practical for this purpose. The content inspires readers to adapt ways to enrich their martial art practice to reach a higher standard of health. Includes a variety of supplementary training methods derived from Eastern and Western cultures plus scientific points of view useful and effective for modern practitioners of martial arts. A specialized book from Via Media.

This book details three interrelated activities: (1) martial art studies, (2) involvement as founder of Via Media Publishing, producing a quarterly journal and books, and (3) teaching martial arts. This video reflects kuntao instructors, their teaching methods, and reasons for being involved in martial arts.

This book details three interrelated activities: (1) martial art studies, (2) involvement as founder of Via Media Publishing, producing a quarterly journal and books, and (3) teaching martial arts. This video reflects tai chi studies: the portrayal of instructors, their teaching methods, and reasons for being involved in martial arts.

Four chapters in this Via Media anthology are by Dr. Phillip Zarrilli. His chapters focus on kalaripayattu and varma ati, and associated healing arts that encompass massage and herbal modalities. Other chapters are on kalaripayattu, Thang-Ta, and martial music and dance martial traditions. Dr. Bandana Mukhopadhyay’s chapter presents the essential elements of warfare in India.

If you are interested in practicing a martial art for health, this Via Media anthology is highly practical for this purpose. The content inspires readers to adapt ways to enrich their martial art practice to reach a higher standard of health. Includes a variety of supplementary training methods derived from Eastern and Western cultures plus scientific points of view useful and effective for modern practitioners of martial arts. A specialized book from Via Media.

A Via Media book, Wuxia America’s plot is spiced like a Chinese herbal recipe. The main character is a Chinese American doctor, Dr. Lou, who becomes the target of an international criminal ring. A cast of robust characters animate this fascinating blend of history and mystery — a story that involves the reparation of bones to China, gold, guns, and greed. Alongside the activities of evildoers, is a love story of Dr. Lou and his family and friendships. Dr. Lou defines what it means to be a modern wuxia, “martial hero.”