I agree with Arthur. Ferguson's book is like the man himself--simple and down to earth. It's easy to read, follow, and understand. I don't agree with everything in his book (especially the part about wood arrows), but the fundamentals are there and it will give you a strong start. Asbell, in my opinion, takes you around the block to get you across the street--in other words he way over-complicates things. Trying to start out shooting "instinctive" can be tough and frustrating--starting out with a way to aim and moving on to "instinctive" is much easier, I think. Nothing wrong with aiming a trad bow--hitting your mark is what counts.

Chad