Hunting has long been a feature of English country life, especially since it became highly fashionable in the late Victorian period―the point at which Simon Blow begins his narrative. He includes the stories of various hunting packs such as the Belvoir, the Pytchley and the Beaufort.

Fields Elysian: A Portrait of Hunting Society (The Derrydale Press Foxhunters' Library)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Blow, Simon

Pets & Animal Care

Derrydale Press

A story of a Victorian Glasgow merchant family which acquired aristocratic status through wealth and marriage; with later theatrical connections and ultimately, decadence.

Broken Blood: The Rise and Fall of the Tennant Family

Faber&Faber

<p>Simon Blow's mother, Diana, thought she had married well when she paired with Purcell Blow. But Purcell squandered his inheritance and before long bankruptcy and homelessness loomed. In this recollection, Simon tells of his parent's brutal and alcoholic destruction at the hand of his father.</p>

No Time to Grow: A Shattered Childhood

Biographies & Memoirs

John Murray Pubs Ltd

Da Yan - Wild Goose Qigong The 1st 64 movements  Qigong is one of the great treasures of Chinese culture and an integral component of Chinese medical health systems. The art of Qigong consists primarily of meditation, relaxation, physical movement, mind-body integration and breathing exercises. It helps to cleanse the body of toxins, restores energy, reduces stress and anxiety and helps improve our quality of life.  Da Yan translates to ‘great bird’ and is an ancient cultivation practice originating from the Jin Dynasty about 1700 years ago. Daoist Masters from the sacred Kunlun Mountains, in the Northern Himalayan area in south-west China, would observe the migrating geese which descended in the area each year. They would mimic the movements of these great birds and started developing the Da Yan Wild Goose Qigong system.  Its healing and spiritual legacy was passed down through many generations; however Dayan Qigong was withheld from the general public until 1978. Then 27th lineage holder Grand Master Yang Mei Jung (1895-2002) decided to teach this ancient Qigong practice and share its healing benefits to improve the quality of life of all people.  The 1st 64 movement set deals primary with the ‘post-natal body’ relating to the energy that one gathers after birth. The movements representing the flight of wild geese are slow, graceful movements and strong, quick movements designed to release stale Qi and to gather fresh Qi, helping to restore balance and stimulate the entire energy system of the body.  Simon Blow is a 29th Generation of the Da Yan Wild Goose Qigong, an initiated student of the 28th lineage holder Grand Master Chen Chuan Gang, the eldest son of Grand Master Yang Mei Jung. Simon is a master teacher (Laoshi) and is the author of numerous books, DVDs and meditation CDs about the ancient Chinese healing arts. He has been initiated into Dragon Gate Daoism and given the name ‘Xin Si’ meaning ‘genuine wisdom’ and is also a Standing Council member of the World Academic Society of Medical Qigong, Beijing, China.  ‘This is the best version in English on Wild Goose Qigong I have ever seen. I hope all practitioners read it carefully.’ Grand Master Chen Chuan Gang   ‘I feel strong, calm and balanced after practice. It takes me quietly through busy days, helps me to sleep and according to my husband, I ‘glow’ with energy post-practice.’ Joy

Da Yan Wild Goose Qigong the 1st 64 Movement

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Da Yan - Wild Goose Qigong The 2nd 64 movements From ancient times, Qigong was developed as a way of helping improve people’s quality of life. It’s an important component of the Chinese medical health systems. The art of Qigong consists primarily of meditation, relaxation, physical movement, mind-body integration and breathing exercises. When the mind and body come into a state of balance, stress is reduced and there is an increase in health and longevity. The 2nd 64 Da Yan Wild Goose Qigong movement set deals primarily with the ‘pre-natal body’ and refers to the energy we gather from the universe and from our ancestors before birth. Having dredged the channels in the 1st 64 movement set, the 2nd 64 movement set is designed to clear the channels to absorb fresh Qi, expel stale Qi and to restore organ balance. The twisting, stretching, bending and pressing movements produce stronger Qi fields and intensify the circulation through the energy channels. In the 2nd 64 movement set the goose is embarking on a great journey and flies out from this world to the edge of the Milky Way, to pick the herbs or gather the pre-natal Qi from the core of the universe. It then flies back to this world to share this healing energy with humanity Simon Blow is a 29th Generation of the Da Yan Wild Goose Qigong, an initiated student of the 28th lineage holder Grand Master Chen Chuan Gang, the eldest son of Grand Master Yang Mei Jung. He is a master teacher (Laoshi) and is the author of numerous books, DVDs and meditation CDs about the ancient Chinese healing arts. Simon has been initiated into Dragon Gate Daoism and given the name ‘Xin Si’ meaning ‘Genuine Wisdom’ and is also a Standing Council member of the World Academic Society of Medical Qigong, Beijing, China. ‘This is the teaching textbook on Wild Goose Qigong in accordance with the original principles of the ancient masters, accurate instructions for all the movements, genuine meaning and interpretation of the understanding of all the key principles.’ Grand Master Chen Chuan Gang ‘Qigong makes me feel centered and balanced. I find I am calmer and more able to be the mindful person I wish to be.’ Annie ‘Qigong makes me feel calm, focused, happy and healthy. I have experienced improved health, both physically and mentally.’ Jann

Da Yan Wild Goose Qigong the 2nd 64 Movements

The Genuine Wisdom Centre