Jiu-Jitsu University by Saulo Ribeiro and Kevin Howell — First published in 2008, this hefty tome—it comes in at 368 pages and three pounds—offers readers a foundational understanding of ...

Ribeiro’s book reflects his place in the evolution of jiu-jitsu. The are several points where he diverges from the conventional wisdom of his predecessors. For example, he advises turning away ...