The Art of Peace Audiobook By John Stevens - translator, Morihei Ueshiba cover art

The Art of Peace

Teachings of the Founder of Aikido

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The Art of Peace

By: John Stevens - translator, Morihei Ueshiba
Narrated by: Brian Nishii
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The inspirational teachings in this collection show that the real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. The teachings are drawn from the talks and writings of Morihei Ueshiba, founder of the popular Japanese martial art of Aikido, a mind-body discipline he called the "Art of Peace", which offers a nonviolent way to victory in the face of conflict. Ueshiba believed that Aikido principles could be applied to all the challenges we face in life - in personal relationships, as we interact with society, and at work and in business.

This edition is a much-expanded version of the original miniature edition that appeared in the Shambhala Pocket Classics series. It features a wealth of new material, including a biography of Ueshiba; an essay by John Stevens that presents Ueshiba's views on "The Art of War versus the Art of Peace"; newly translated doka, didactic "Poems of the Way"; and Ueshiba's own calligraphies.

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Interesting Philosophy • Spiritual Wisdom • Excellent Narrator • Enlightening Teachings • Positive Message

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An awesome book that I found to be developmental and maturative for a young man coming of age such as myself. I found this book to be relatable and generally worthwhile to get through. I found it also to be highly intelligent and I further highly recommend this book.

A really great book

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I enjoyed their audio book because it involves the philosophy of aikido and Japanese culture. There is wisdom in how we perceive and influence the world around us.

Quick intro into martial arts and Japanese philosophy

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This narrator gets it. But then he is it sooooo. I highly recommend this or any other Martial Arts book read by this gentleman. Bushi no ichi gon!

I love listening to this guy!

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This book delves into the reasoning behind the creation of the martial art. Well and somewhat indepthly portrayed. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in a better understanding of the martial arts which they find intriguing, interesting or somewhat fascinating.

The father of Aikido.

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I started to read this book and was overwhelmed. I chose to go the audiobook version and was easily understood. I will keep in my library for additional training.

Audio is better for the read

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