This volume presents, under one cover, a selection of 13 classical papers representing the thinking of famous scientists of the past who worked in areas now associated with biomechanics, neurophysiology of movement and motor control. Each paper is accompanied by an analysis by a contemporary authority in movement science and hence reflects a subjective viewpoint of the commentator. Bringing together a variety of old and new perspectives, the volume seeks to provide readers with an understanding of the influential scientist as well as his or her contemporary counterpart. The work begins with a provocative introductory chapter on the beginnings of movement science, which sets the stage for the rest of the book.