Song of the Brush, Dance of the Ink: The Path to Self-Discovery Through Japanese Calligraphy

by William Reed

Book Overview

Calligraphy is an ancient art that doesn't grow old. Known in Japanese as Shodo (書道) the Way of the Brush, a proverb has it that Shodo promotes perpetual youth and longevity. Research has shown that indeed, the practice of Shodo improves posture, regulates breathing, and even calms the heartbeat, all of which indeed has been shown to extend life. In China, it was considered one of the Five Excellences for cultivating character:...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1631957201
• ISBN13: 9781631957208
• Release Date: May 2022
• Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"