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Acknowledgements
This book has been 20 years in the making, a very
tedious and long adventure, especially the last stretch
that was not unlike a never-ending birthing process! In
any great endeavour one is never alone, and in this, the
ever present and patient support of my wife, Solange,
has been fundamental.The encouragement of friends,
colleagues and students, has continuously boosted
me along the way. And finally I have to acknowledge
the perspicacity of Christl Kiener who recognized the
value in this material and undertook the difficult task
of editing and publishing it. My extended thanks to
Christl’s team, especially Kadja Gericke, who have
permitted this work to see the day, in spite of many
personal setbacks.
My deep gratitude toMaster J. Yuen, who has so gener-
ously shared his profound knowledge with us, and has
permittedme to quote his teachings and has been kind
enough to review parts of the text.
Finally, many fond and respectful thoughts go to my
teachers, who have inspired me in my work and to
whom I dedicate this book.
Hamid Montakab
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