jwdDawg,
It's refreshing to hear from people that want to learn the Theory and Trade rather than just how to get the Hot Tub they just bought running as cheaply as possible.
There are many here willing and able to help where they can. Please be aware that it is not within the scope of this Forum to delve too much into basic wiring practices for several reasons, so some other form of instruction or resource would be needed for that. With that said, Welcome aboard!
As far as books go, My recommendations to start would include:
an Electrical Theory Book
something on Basic Wiring practices
NEC
an Illustrated Guide to the NEC
Bill