Best Selling Books by William Moy

Live Life Like a Kung Fu Master is William Moy’s personal invitation to become your teacher or “sifu,” as he presents over twenty attributes/techniques that will contribute to living a life made better by possessing Kung Fu. Attributes such as balance, structure, distance awareness, relaxation and traveling the shortest route between two points are presented both in terms of self-defense and in making an impact on your daily life—at home, school, work, business and social encounters. The text also features positional sketches drawn by William, as well as links to a number of videos in which William demonstrates physical techniques for students to model. William is joined on this literary Kung Fu journey by this long-time student and disciple, multi-award-winning author Paul Volponi. In turn, the co-authors are joined by several renowned martial artists, including Sammo Huang, Karen Sheperd, Grandmaster Tak Wah Eng, Grandmaster Doc-Fei Wong and Sifu Leo Imamura. A score of contributors such as basketball Hall of Famer Dave Cowens, two-time Olympic Gold medalist Kayla Harrison, glass-ceiling breaking baseball pitcher Ila Borders, famed tightrope walker Denis Josselin and World Scrabble Champion Joel Wapnick discuss how the attributes of Kung Fu relate to their many successes. The term “Kung Fu” actually translates as "time and effort equals a skill." That''s why you see establishments with names such as Kung Fu Bread and Kung Fu Tea. These proprietors are not trumpeting their ability to fight. Rather, they''re saying, we put in the time to study and learn our craft, and the result is that we are masters in our own arena—baking bread or brewing tea. In Asian culture, people who are said to have "good Kung Fu" have a handle on their lives. They are honest, direct, kindly and self-assured. These are values more highly prized than the ability to fight. What’s the parallel between these prized qualities and the ability to physically defend yourself like a martial arts Kung Fu master? Kung Fu, especially Wing Chun Kung Fu, is based on a center-line theory of taking the shortest path, a straight line between two points, in defending yourself. It is also based on calmness and relaxation, enabling the practitioner to feel and quickly interpret incoming forces—therefore, bringing about a swifter and more focused reaction. Cultivating such abilities will allow you to transfer their martial benefits onto daily situations in your personal, social, and business interactions. William Moy’s view of the teacher/student relationship is a simple one: “Your sifu’s role is to help you find your own Kung Fu.” Hence, there are no cookie-cutter students. Each journey will be inherently different depending upon the individual student’s physical attributes, personality and goals. In this very patient art, there are no failures, just students continuing on a path to their desired destination.

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Toilers of the Sea pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic. Victor Hugo''s "Toilers of the Sea" is a sweeping tale of love and perseverance set against the dramatic backdrop of the Channel Islands. This historical fiction masterpiece explores the lives of those who depend on the sea for their livelihood, their dreams, and their very survival. Hugo, a master storyteller, crafts a narrative as powerful and enduring as the ocean itself. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of 19th-century Guernsey, where the relentless forces of nature shape human destiny. This literary classic captures the timeless struggle between humanity and the elements, the depths of human emotion, and the unwavering spirit of those who face adversity with courage and determination. "Toilers of the Sea" remains a testament to the power of love, hope, and the human spirit. Experience the unforgettable world created by one of history''s greatest writers.

Robert Malthus''s original insights into the dangers of overpopulation are mentioned in the preliminary pages of this book. The writings presented consider population problems, crises and cycles.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1877.