Only just found this thread.

Von Milash i have that book. Any serious Judoka has Kodokan Judo by Kano. It is like the bible for Judokas. Some of the photo's in it are kinda old but it gives you an insight into the art and history etc. I must say though you will not learn technique from a book. As Judo is a combat art (ie randor/sparring plays a HUGE part in developing mental toughness, technique etc) and due to its closeness then you will need tuition in a live environment to progress. The only way to properly understand body mechanics and weight displacement of an opponent is against a fully resisting uke in randori.

By all means read it and you will definitely get something from it but as far as trying the throws out only from reading a book be careful as you may end up doing yourself or another person an injury. The very first thing you learn in judo is how to fall.

Good luck and if i can offer any advice PM me. Cheers