Cold Steel, by John Steyers, as found in my Granddad's study. And not the Paladin Press reprint, but the actual one from back in the 1950s. Besides the campy appeal of the 50's hairstyles and writing style, I thought the most interesting aspect of this book was its nature as a forerunner to the modern USMC combat manual (also available from Paladin Press, ironically). The progression from sabre-style knife fighting back in the day to the modern kali-resembling style is especially interesting, and the shift in bayonet technique as well (now that stocks are not shatter-able wood anymore, there's more thought put into using the whole rifle as a weapon; further, the modern manual addresses multiple opponents and Marines). Interestingly, the hand-to-hand combat hasn't shifted that much, perhaps just more refined by the application of martial arts organization to MCMAP, and the modern addition of jujitsu. Conversely, there is a whole section in Cold Steel devoted to.....unorthodox stick fighting, but man is it intriguing (the majority of the techniques iniated from a reverse grip - what the hell is that about? it bears testing....). Conversely again, the modern manual has a section on improvised weapons, such as shovels, tent stakes, etc. But: Cold Steel has a concluding section on knife throwing, with one style I'd never even heard of ('frontier' style or some-such); the funny part is, it doesn't even indicate that section is for combat, but more for children.
-->"Slam your heel or foot down on his instep or kick at his kneecap until he is down. Then stomp and kick the moving parts. The ankle, knee, fingers, wrist, elbow, and of course, the neck are good stomping grounds." - p124
-->"The stick is a versatile weapon and its technique rises far above the common thought of bashing in your opponent's head. And that's a good defense, too." - p160

High Gear in Action - while I'm still trying to figure out whether I approve of Tony Blauer's whole 'flinch' idea, these are some fun videos that demonstrate what appears to be great, but cost-prohibitive, equipment

Inconstant Constants - interesting, though I think I have something of a Baha'i opinion on the drive towards a theory of everything