Title:
Parkour and the art du déplacement : strength, dignity, community / Vincent Thibault ; [translated by Casey Roberts].
Author:
Thibault, Vincent, author.
Roberts, Casey, 1953- translator.
Publication Information:
Montréal : Baraka Books, [2013]
©2013
Call Number:
GV749.7 .P45 2013
Abstract:
Parkour, the art of displacement, or freerunning-whatever the name, this new discipline born in the Paris suburbs is rapidly being adopted by people throughout the world. Not satisfied to suffer through urban life, these athletic artists or artistic athletes want to thrive in it, all the while earning dignity by daringly reappropriating three fundamental motor skills: running, jumping, and climbing. Vincent Thibault explores the philosophical and spiritual aspects of the art of movement and offers ideas on health, sports, urban living, and the relationship between the body and the environme.
ISBN:
9781926824918
Physical Description:
162 pages : illustrations ; 17 cm.
Contents:
Definitions -- Redefining freedom -- Finding the magic in everyday life -- For a culture of effort -- Environment and social skills -- Facing fears -- Ego traps -- To be and to last -- Alone in the jump -- Compassion and courage -- Humour and wisdom -- Expand your horizons and contribute to the discipline.
Added Author:
Uniform Title:
Art du déplacement. English
Personal Author:
