When I was going through this book, I read it one chapter at a time, practicing my archery after each chapter. As I was practicing a few minutes ago, I had an epiphany from one of the earlier chapters which, once again, improved my accuracy significantly.

Instinctive Archery Insights (Revised Edition) provides unique information for the archer, traditional or compound, that cannot be found anywhere else. Within these pages are principles from applied psychology, communicated with an easy to understand style, that will dramatically improve any archer's ability. Dr. Kidwell effectively communicates many unique insights designed to accelerate learning and enhance performance. Discover the truth about consistency in both physical processes and mental processes. Uncover the real secret to attaining accuracy. Learn about the primary cause of missing and how to quickly remedy the problem. Gain insights into how imagery works and learn how to integrate imagery into your regular routine. Discover the true source of success.

An excellent contribution to a little-understood and vital aspect of our sport. Highly recommended.

Knowledge of the interrelationship between the anatomy of the human body and the anatomy of the bow is fundamental in improving archery skill and technique. The detailed drawings and the clear, descriptive text in this book explain how the skeleton and muscles should be used to improve overall performance in a natural way without artificial or coached movements. A primer for coaches and performers as well as an analysis of the sport itself, this guide provides an understanding of the sport without emphasizing any national or international rules, making it useful to archers throughout the world.

Instruction in all the essentials--from stringing the bow through the anchor to learning aim, grip, and release--will put your technique right on the mark. Sequential instructions and accompanying photographs will guide your execution through every phase of the shot.

The Archery Fundamentals is restricted, in part, by being part of a series that tries to cover sports basics. The book covers a wide array of topics, and sometimes in too little detail to be of use. I dont recommend this book, though others have found it useful to them, so clearly there is room for disagreement. Some people like "Shooting the Stickbow"--but I havent read it and cant personally vouch for it at this time and it is strictly for people who want to learn about regular bows--not "compound" bows, the kind with pulleys.

A traditional sport or art, a wonderful way to study natural history, an unbeatable way to learn to hunt, exercise, relaxation, the out of doors and the thrill of accomplishment! What more could you want.

This work, Beginners Guide to Traditional Archery by Brian J. Sorrells is by far the best book for those just starting out in this art form. Now I will grant you that the best way to learn is from a good teacher, but that is not always possible. This little work fills that gap very nicely. Now keep in mind that this work was not meant for those with experience in the use of the traditional bow; this would include all those who have learned with and shot nothing but the compound bow. Compound bows are an entirely different creature. It is my personal belief that they are the worse thing that could have possible happened to archery, but that is a personal belief and prejudice and if using a compound is gratifying, then I am all for it for those who enjoy such things.

As a beginner to Archery I found this book very interesting in the my pursuit to learn about Archery. The skills required were very well layed out and very desciptive and easy to follow.

A Book for all Artists. Zen in the Art of Archery. As you read the book, you will see that the concepts and practice of traditional Japanese martial arts have leaked into popular U.S. culture. See Karate Kid and Star Wars, for example.

I was left with the distinct feeling of having just completed a long journey after finishing this 80 page book. I have been practicing (traditional) western archery for over a year now and I completely agree with many of the tenets of archery that Master Kenzo Awa spoke of. I took up archery because I was interested in the idea of letting the arrow go versus the common mentality of shooting the arrow at the target and this book reiterates that kind of thinking.