for those fascinated by the cloak-and-dagger aspects of martial arts, i would suggest starting from the top with a book that delves into the predispositional elements of this genre. it's intriguing to see how traditional martial arts can sometimes disregard the more overt aspects of combat in favor of the secretive and strategic. the feedbacks from readers familiar with the subject matter have been overwhelmingly positive, praising the way these elements are woven into a comprehensive understanding of martial arts' more covert practices.