Five Elements and Linked Fist Manual: The Teachings of Li Cunyi

The Five Elements and Linked Fist Manual is a martial arts manual on Xingyiquan that was orally transmitted by Li Cunyi of Shenzhou. The book was compiled by Li's students and published by the Tianjin Warrior Association in 1916. The manual includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of the movements and applications of the Wuxing Lianhuan Quan (Five-Element Linked Fist) system of Xingyiquan, which is known for its direct and explosive techniques. The book is considered a valuable resource for practitioners and enthusiasts of Xingyiquan.