The Spirit Of Aikido

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Spirit Of Aikido
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Kisshomaru Ueshiba
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:176
Dimensions(mm): Height 267,Width 200
Category/GenreOriental martial arts
ISBN/Barcode 9781568364094
ClassificationsDewey:796.8154
Audience
General
Illustrations 1 Illustrations, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Kodansha America, Inc
Imprint Kodansha America, Inc
Publication Date 4 September 2012
Publication Country United States

Description

Suitable for those who is interested in finding out what makes Aikido so multi-dimensional, or one who would like to understand its ancient roots, this book gives the reader an understanding of the essence of Aikido, and to explain the aspirations and motivations of the true practitioners of Aikido. This book is an excellent resource for anyone who is interested in finding out what makes Aikido so multi-dimensional, or one who would like to understand its ancient roots. The goal of this book is to give the reader a clear understanding of the essence of Aikido, and to explain the

Author Biography

Kisshomaru Ueshiba became master of the Aikido World Headquarters in 1948, and in 1967 was named chairman of the Aikikai Foundation, the principal aikido organization in Japan and overseas. He was formally appointed his father's successor in 1969. Kisshomaru Ueshiba was the author of the books The Art of Aikido and A Life in Aikido; and was the co-author of Best Aikido. He also wrote the introduction to Budo by his father, Morihei Ueshiba. Kisshomaru Ueshiba died in 1999.