Has anyone read "Akido and the Dynamic Sphere?"

[KarateEd]

I was curious if anyone has read Akido and the Dynamic Sphere by Westbrook and Ratti? It looks interesting, though I do not currently take akido. I read their book Secrets of the Samurai. It has sort of a hokey sounding title but is a real good historical/reference book.

Ed

[bushido_man96]

I have read both, and I enjoyed both. They are full of anecdotes and historical information to back what they talk about. If you liked Secrets of the Samurai, I think you will enjoy Aikido and the Dynamic Sphere.

[KarateEd]

Thanks for the information bushido_man

Ed

[stoneheart]

Most aikido people I know own a copy. The illustrations are well-done and are easier to follow than most photographs of aikido technique. I've worn out my paperback in less than a year and I have ordered the hardcover version to replace it. I find the book to be an excellent primer for basics and I frequently consult it to get the general idea of a movement before coming to practice. That way, I can pay more attention to nuance with the sensei, instead of just worrying about where my feet should be etc. Caveat, I have only about a year's experience with aikido, so my opinion is that of a beginner's.