The Shambhala Guide to Aikido

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The Shambhala Guide to Aikido
Author Stevens
Publisher Shambhala
Number of Pages 144
Date Published 9 Jul 1996

As Stevens (The Secrets of Aikido, Shambhala, 1995) asserts in his introduction, this book is intended to be the answer to the question that parents and potential students may ask: "What is Aikido?" He gives an overview of this martial art, with emphasis on the founder, Morihei Ueshibia (1883-1969). Stevens also briefly explains the philosophy of Aikido. An extensive bibliography is provided for students curious for more detail. For many beginners, the physical aspects of the martial arts are the main attraction; photographs included here show basic moves, attacks, and counterattacks. This book sets out as a novice guide and accomplishes that task quite nicely.

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