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This title presents a superbly illustrated and easy-to-follow overview of the basic principles- concepts- and techniques of Aikido. Aikido is the Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba in the early 20th century as a synthesis of other martial arts and a philosophy of peace- the goal of which was to create an art that could be used by practitioners to defend themselves while also protecting the aggressor from serious injury. Filled with full-colour illustrations and written by an enormously experienced and successful Aikido instructor- this volume presents readers with a comprehensive overview of the basic principles- concepts- and techniques of this specialized martial art - from proper foot and hand movements to the roles of both the defender and attacker....