Two books for learning the basics of Aikido. Two books by Mitsuteru Ueshiba ######## An Introduction to Aikido — Mastering the Basics Through Proper Training This book has a greater number of sequence photographs than most other books on aikido techniques. This will help beginners to understand what they need to pay attention to in mastering basic movements. It also has many close-up photographs and photographs taken from different angles. ######## Aikido, the Contemporary Martial Art of Harmony — Training Methods and Spiritual Teachings An introductory book on aikido, now enthusiastically practiced at 2,400 dojos in Japan and in 140 countries and regions in the world. Moriteru Ueshiba, the author and Doshu [leader of the head family] of aikido, explains in easy-to-understand words the philosophy, techniques, and training methods of aikido designed to enable its trainees to transcend contests and conflicts and to develop themselves mentally and physically in harmony with others in training.