Aikido and the Harmony of Nature

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Summary: An Inspiration
Review: This book is gold. Saotome sensei's explanations state the ideas of the Founder in such clearity that even I could understand them. This is a great book, not only for practitioners of Aikido, but for all martial artists and just everyone in general. The messages in this book show us that the world could be more peaceful if we just tried to understand each other.

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Summary: Aikido and the Harmony of nature
Review: This is a great book! Not the usual book of pics of techs.Sensi beng one of the later desciples of O sensi Ueshiba and careing for him, has given Saotome sensi a more spiritual perspective on the art of peace.This also shows in his dojos as well.There is a good combination of graphics and info for the courious or the seasoned student.Dont miss this book.

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Summary: An interesting book
Review: This is an interesting overview of Aikido's philosophy, comparing it with science. I think that this book presents a studied conclusion on why the Founder's way of thinking is rooted on our physical reality.

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Summary: A must read for anyone interested in the martial arts
Review: This is the type of text that one can return to year after year and glean new information and insight each time it's read. A brilliant source of knowledge and inspiration!

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Summary: Outstanding
Review: This was one of the first books I purchased when I began my journey of study into this art. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend it. Saotome is one of the few individuals who actually studied with O-Sensei. He details several accounts of working with the founder both in and out of the dojo. He also gives a unique spiritual interpretation of many of the major techniques used in the art and references forces in nature and the universe for comparison. Well written and well founded. A must-read for any serious aikidoka.