Invincible Warrior: A Pictorial Biography of Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Invincible Warrior: A Pictorial Biography of Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido
Authors and Contributors      By (author) John Stevens
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:272
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreOriental martial arts
ISBN/Barcode 9781570623943
ClassificationsDewey:796.8154092
Audience
General
Illustrations 200+ HALFTONES

Publishing Details

Publisher Shambhala Publications Inc
Imprint Shambhala Publications Inc
Publication Date 16 February 1999
Publication Country United States

Description

Invincible Warrior tells the fascinating story of the life of Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969), whose quest for the true meaning of warriorship lead to the creation of the martial art called Aikido, "The Art of Peace." Ueshiba-whose name means "abundant peace"-is considered by many to be one of the greatest martial artists who ever lived. His documented ability to disarm any attacker, throw a dozen men simultaneously, and down and pin opponents without touching them has accorded his life legendary status. Invincible Warrior presents the real story behind Morihei's achievement, illuminating the man and his message. Stevens describes the people, events, and ideas that influenced Ueshiba's lifelong spiritual quest, which culminated in the development of unique teachings of Aikido. Illustrated with two hundred photographs of Morihei in action and filled with revealing anecdotes about his life and times, Invincible Warrior also offers valuable discussion of the Founder's conception of Aikido as a path of harmony and love, unifying body and mind, self and others, humans and the universe.

Author Biography

John Stevens is Professor of Buddhist Studies and Aikido instructor at Tohoku Fukushi University in Sendai, Japan. He is the author or translator of over twenty books on Buddhism, Zen, Aikido, and Asian culture. He has practiced and taught Aikido all over the world.