This book will not teach you Aikido! You will need to go and physically train to do that. However, this book will discuss a number of aspects, 18 in all, about Aikido, from a philosophical point of view. About the author: Lars holds a 6th Dan in Aikido, and has trained since 1979. He is the co-chief instructor of the Copenhagen Aikido Dojo. www.larslandberg.dk