Here's a curated list of modern, credible, minimalist, and efficient running textbooks organized by skill level: novice, intermediate, and advanced. Each book focuses on essential principles for optimal performance.
### Novice
1. **"Running: A Beginner's Guide" by the Editors of Runner's World**
- Covers the fundamentals of running, including technique, training plans, and injury prevention.
2. **"The Complete Beginner's Guide to Running: A