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This is the life of Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969), whose quest for the true meaning of warriorship lead to the creation of Aikido, "The Art of Peace". His documented ability to disarm any attacker and throw a dozen men simultaneously has given him status in the field of martial art.

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A collection of wisdom on living fearlessly from the masters of karate, judo, kyudo, aikido and other disciplines. In Budo, martial arts and spirituality merge at the highest level of skill. This work includes principles and practice guidelines, Budo philosophy, instructive tales, and more.

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A sampling of extraordinary poems from the Japanese hermit-monk, who belongs in the tradition of the great Zen eccentrics in China and Japan, captures the beauty and pathos of human life, reaching far beyond time and place.

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The "counterpoint" to The Art of War--an inspiring collection of sayings and teachings on the peaceful resolution of conflict. Unlike other popular Eastern philosophies which accept the inevitability of violence as a means to victory--such as Musashi's Book of Five Rings--Aikido fosters fearlessness, wisdom, and compassion and is based on the universal principles of harmony and love of life.

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Yamakoa Tesshu, the founder of the No-sword school of Kendo, was a master swordsman, calligrapher, Zen practitioner, and embodied the samurai ideal of the peaceful warrior. This biography recounts his life-story, revealing his feats of endurance and skillful handling of military affairs.

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