Sport Books
Avenue Books Gunshots & Goalposts: The Story of Northern Irish
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£9.49
Giorgio Nada Editore Superbike 2010/2011: The Official Book
Book SynopsisThe official Superbike World Championship book has always tried to transmit this important fact through its pictures. From the 2010 edition, that message is further developed and goes even deeper into the technical aspects of the sport, so extremely interesting to the most competent fans. But as well as the bikes, the men of the category are able to maintain close contact with their public. That is why champions and their colleagues recount their human side as well as their sports career, aspects to which ample space has been given in the Superbike annual. There is no lack of chapters devoted to other categories (Supersport, Superstock 1000, Superstock 600), which complete the world championship programme. All highlighted by the most spectacular pictures of the season.
£12.34
Giorgio Nada Editore Superbike 25 Exciting Years
Book SynopsisThe American Fred Merkel riding a Honda won the first two editions in 1988 and 1989. This was followed by a Ducati triple with titles for Raymond Roche in 1990 and Doug Polen in 1991 and '92. In the years that followed the likes of Carl Fogarty, Troy Corser, Colin Edwards and Troy Bayliss came to the fore aboard equally well-known bikes also raced in the same period by Pier Francesco Chili, perhaps the best-known Italian Superbike rider prior to the advent of Biaggi and Melandri. These 25 years are revisited for the first time in an official book that, season by season, reviews the technical, sporting and human stories of each championship through the ever-accurate texts of Claudio Porrozzi and above all the spectacular images of his brother Fabrizio, for years the official SBK World Championship photographer. Championship standings and statistics complete a book that is sure to be source of reference for all fans.
£35.96
Giorgio Nada Editore Mercedes-Benz & Mille Miglia
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£14.95
Luath Press Ltd The Ultimate Guide to the Munros: The Southern
Book SynopsisFrom the pen of a dedicated Munro bagger comes The Ultimate Guide to everything you've wished the other books had told you before you set off. The lowdown on the state of the path, advice on avoiding bogs and tricky situations, tips on how to determine which bump is actually the summit in misty weather... this is the only guide to the Munros you'll ever need. The comprehensive rucksack guide features: - Detailed description of all practicable ascent routes up all 46 Southern Highland Munros and 21 Tops. - Easy to follow quality and difficulty ratings, enabling you to choose a munro for any level of experience. - Annotated colour photographs and OS maps. - The history of each Munro and Top from the development of the Munro's Tables from 1891 onwards. - Notes on technical difficulties, foul weather concerns, winter conditions and scenery.A brilliant book for any hillwalker - as indispensable as your boots.Trade Review...picks up where others leave off, with lots of nitty gritty information... all given in a very up-beat style. - CAMERON MCNEISH, The Great Outdoors The book is, above all, practical... entertaining as well as informative. - PRESS & JOURNAL
£13.49
Oxford Alpine Club The Coaching Bible
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£23.28
Rowman & Littlefield Good Flies
Book SynopsisThe favorite fly patterns of one of the country's top angling writers, the great John Gierach!
£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield Survive the Savage Sea
Book SynopsisIn June 1972, the 43-foor schooner Lucette was attacked by killer whales and sank in 60 seconds. What happened next is almost incredible. In an inflatable rubber raft, with a 9 foot fiberglass dinghy to tow it, Dougal Robertson and his family were miles from any shipping lanes. They had emergency rations for only three days and no maps, compass, or instruments of any kind. After their raft sank under them, they crammed themselves into their tiny dinghy.For 37 daysusing every technique of survivalthey battled against 20-foot waves, marauding sharks, thirst, starvation, and exhaustion, adrift in the vast reaches of the Pacific before their ordeal was ended by a Japanese fishing boat. The Robertsons'' strong determination shines through the pages of this extraordinary book which describes movingly their daily hopes and fears, crises and triumphs, tensions and heartbreaks.Trade Review...[a] well-written account....an unexpectedly personal view of a man's physical and a woman's emotional courage that, when bonded, produced the strength to survive. * Sailing *For stark excitement, marine natural history, practical lessons, and human love and stresses, few records, if any, of hazard and survival have ever bettered it. * The Instrumentalist *[The Robertsons] survived and their tale is a triumph of human resource and determination against terrible odds. * Cruising World *What a brave man, what an eloquent writer! In case of shipwreck I would send for Dougal Robertson or, in absence of him, reread his book in order to find out what on earth to do next. -- Nicholas MonsarratTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Author's Acknowledgements Glossary of Sailing Terms Prologue Part One: the Attack Part Two: Castaways Part Three: Safety Part Four: Coincidence Part Five: The Last Analysis
£12.34
CS Publishing Stuart Mcrobert's New Brawn Series
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£15.19
Quarto Publishing PLC The Secret Life of Fish
Book SynopsisAn exploration into the untold lives of 50 of the most compelling fish living in our oceans and waterways.
£15.29
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc 365 Sports Cars You Must Drive
Book SynopsisSports cars are about the joy of driving and 365 Sports Cars You Must Drive: Fast, Faster, Fastest is a celebration of that pleasure. All the greats are included, from Alfa Romeo to Ferrari to MG to Triumph to Zenvo and just about every make model in between!
£16.14
Rockridge Press Strength Training for Beginners: A 12-Week
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£13.59
Taschen GmbH Surfing. 1778–Today
Book SynopsisThis platinum tome is the most comprehensive visual history of surfing to date, marking a major cultural event as much as a publication. Following three and a half years of meticulous research, it brings together more than 900 images to chart the evolution of surfing as a sport, a lifestyle, and a philosophy. The book is arranged into five chronological chapters, tracing surfing culture from the first recorded European contact in 1778 by Captain James Cook to the global and multi-platform phenomenon of today. Utilizing institutions, collections, and photographic archives from around the world, and with accompanying essays by the world’s top surf journalists, it celebrates the sport on and off the water, as a community of 20 million practitioners and countless more devotees, and as a leading influence on fashion, film, art, and music. An unrivaled tribute to the breadth, complexity, and richness of surfing, this book is a must-have for any serious player on the surfing scene and anybody who aspires to the surfing lifestyle. As one surfing scribe has declared, “There has never been a book like this, and there will never be another one again.”Trade Review“In this crowded world, the surfer can still seek and find the perfect day, the perfect wave, and be alone with the surf and his thoughts.” * John Severson *“The undisputed bible of surf culture.” * Vogue *“This is the bible to put in the hands of every surfing aficionado. A rich and ultra-documented panorama about the sport… Surfing is more than just a coffee table book, it is above all a rare and precious volume to be passed on from generation to generation.” * Cote Magazine *“Visual historian Jim Heimann brings his keen eye to the waves, culture, sport, and style of surfing in this gorgeous book.” * The Los Angeles Times *“Surfing will undoubtedly go down as the last word in the space.” * The Surfer’s Journal *“This book is perfect.” * The Washington Post *“Pretty much the sport’s most epic coffee table book yet.” * Wired.com *“Surfing is a magnificent book.” * Surfline.com *“It’s all here – the clothes, the boards, the music, the contests, the rivalries, the surfer dudes...” * Tatler *
£142.50
Sunflower Books Malta, Gozo and Comino Guide: 60 long and short
Book SynopsisThe go-to Malta, Gozo and Comino travel guide for over 30 years. Strap on your boots and discover Malta on foot with the Sunflower Malta travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Malta guide is indispensable for hiking in Malta or seeing Malta by car. The Maltese landscape offers rich rewards for those who enjoy exploring: interests in ancient and modern history, military and ecclesiastical architecture, geology, and flora are all well catered for. If this will be your first visit to the Maltese Islands, this book will be a perfect introduction to the delights of walking in Malta and Gozo and touring the islands by car or with public transport. Inside the Sunflower Malta guide book you'll find: * 60 long and short walks for all ages and abilities - each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk; * Topographical walking maps - give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain; * Free downloadable gps tracks - for the techies; * Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists; * 3 car tours and fold-out touring map - for easy reference on your tour; * Strolls to idyllic picnic spots - enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way; * Timetables for public transport - ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday; * Online update service for the latest information; * Town plans for Valletta, Cospicua, Senglea, Vittoriosa, Mdina/Rabat, Victoria (Gozo) are also included. Whether you decide to tour Malta by car or explore on foot we look forward to showing you around.Table of ContentsTable of contents: Preface 5 Acknowledgements; Useful books 6 Getting about 7 Picnicking 9 Picnic suggestions 10 TOURING TOUR 1 MALTA: FROM TOURISM TO RURALITY AND BACK AGAIN! 17 Sliema * Salina Bay * Mellieha * Cirkewwa * Golden Bay * Mgarr * Bingemma Gap * Rabat * Mdina * Mosta * Naxxar * San Gwann * Sliema TOUR 2 MALTA: ANTIQUITIES, FISHING VILLAGES AND GARDENS 21 Sliema * Hypogeum * Marsascala * Marsaxlokk * Wied iz-Zurrieq * Hagar Qim * Ghar Lapsi * Buskett Gardens * San Anton Gardens * Sliema TOUR 3 GOZO: THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN 24 Mgarr * Ir-Ramla * Marsalforn * Victoria * Dwejra Bay * Xlendi * Mgarr WALKING Waymarking and maps 28 Walkers' checklist 28 What to take 29 Weather 29 Photography 30 Where to stay 30 Maltese pronunciation and place names 31 Nuisances and hazards 32 Shooting and trapping 33 Country code for walkers and motorists 34 Organisation of the walks 35 TOWN WALKS, MALTA (with plans) 1 Valletta: capital and planned town 36 2 The Three Cities: Cospicua, Senglea and Vittoriosa 39 3 Mdina and Rabat 43 COUNTRYSIDE WALKS Northern Malta - walks near Mellieha and St Paul's Bay 4 Ghadira * Madonna statue * Armier Bay * Marfa 47 5 Armier Crossroads * Qammieh * Ic-Cumnija * Ghadira 50 6 Ghadira * Il-Prajjet * Ghajn Snuber * Golden Bay 56 7 Selmun Palace * Mgiebah Valley * Blata l-Bajda * Mistra Bay * Xemxija 56 8 Wied l-Arkata * Bidnija * Il-Qolla * Pwales Valley * Xemxija 60 9 Falka * Wied il-Ghajn Rihana * Ghallis Tower 62 10 St Julian's * Madliena * Gharghur * Maghtab * Bahar ic-Caghaq 65 Western Malta - walks near Rabat, Dingli and Siggiewi 11 Bingemma Gap * Nadur Tower * Bingemma Fort * L-Iskorvit * Golden Bay 69 12 Rabat (Busugrilla) * Chadwick Lakes * Mtahleb * Il-Qlejgha * Bahrija * Gnejna Bay * Mgarr 72 13 Mosta * Qlejgha Valley * Chadwick Lakes * Dwejra Lines * Mosta 78 14 Rabat (Busugrilla) * Tal-Lunzjata Ridge * Dingli * Ta' Baldu * Tat-Targa * Rabat (Busugrilla) 81 15 Rabat (Tal-Virtu) * Wied Ta' l-Isqof * Gnien il-Kbir * Rabat (Saqqajja) 86 16 Buskett * Ghar il-Kbir * Laferla Cross * Verdala Palace 88 17 Buskett * Rdum Dikkiena * Ghar Lapsi * Hagar Qim * Blue Grotto 92 18 Siggiewi * Tal-Providenza * San Niklaw Chapel * Siggiewi 96 19 Siggiewi * Wied il-Hesri * Wied Qirda * Wied il-Kbir * Qormi 98 Southeastern Malta - walks from Marsaxlokk and Marsascala 20 Marsaxlokk * Borg in-Nadur * Gudja 101 21 Marsascala * St Thomas Bay * Il-Hofra * Fort Delimara * Tas-Silg * Marsaxlokk 104 22 Marsascala * Zonqor Point * San Leonardo * Xghajra * Marsascala 108 Gozo - walks from Victoria and Mgarr 23 Victoria * Zebbug * Xwieni Bay * Hekka Point * Gharb * Victoria 111 24 Victoria * Xlendi * Dwejra Bay * Santa Lucija * Victoria 115 25 Mgarr * Mellieha Point * Mgarr ix-Xini * Sannat * Victoria 119 26 Mgarr * Hondoq ir-Rummien * Qala * Dahlet Qorrot * San Blas Bay * Ir-Ramla * Ggantija * Xewkija 123 Comino 27 Walks from the Comino Hotel, San Niklaw Bay 128 Bus, helicopter and ferry timetables 131 Index of geographical names 134 Emergency telephone numbers 136 Fold-out maps inside back cover
£12.74
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Luka Modric
Book SynopsisTHE FIRST AND ONLY AUTOBIOGRAPHY FROM REAL MADRID GALÁCTICO AND WORLD CUP SUPERSTAR LUKA MODRIC.''Enthralling.'' Oliver Holt, Mail on SundayAwesome' Match Magazine''Solemn, soulful and occasionally romantic' Alyson Rudd, The Times''an illuminating insight into the career of one of the greatest players in the modern game'' Late TackleOn a level with the great midfield players of the last 20 years.' - Sir Alex Ferguson, CBEFor the first time, Real Madrid galáctico and Croatian legend Luka Modric tells the story of his journey from a childhood in his war-torn homeland to becoming a serial UEFA Champions League winner and one of the most celebrated footballers in the world. Regarded as one of the great midfield players of the last 20 years, Luka reveals the difficulties of growing up during the Croatian War of Independence and his beginnings as a footballer.The FIFA World Cup finalist sets the record straight regarding key moments at DinTrade ReviewEnthralling -- Oliver Holt * Mail on Sunday *Awesome * Match *Solemn, soulful and occasionally romantic. -- Alyson Rudd * The Times *A wonderfully talented midfield player who in my opinion is on a level with the great midfield players of the last 20 years. -- Sir Alex FergusonWe played together at Tottenham and Real and I have always considered him a great player and a great guy… When you read his story you will understand how you can succeed in life despite all the difficulties and prejudices towards you. -- Gareth BaleLuka's life and football story is incredible. In this book the readers will be able to see for themselves how much hard work and sacrifice stands behind his fantastic success. Emotions are the baseline of this story. -- MarceloPlaying alongside Luka, I realized very early on what kind of football genius he is. In this book I found out about the difficult path that my great friend had to tread in order to reach the top. Only the strongest of characters can do that. -- Karim BenzemaPlaying with Luka is incredibly fun and I enjoy it. His book recounts how many difficult obstacles he had to go through to become the best in the world. It's an instructive and inspiring story. -- Toni KroosLuka is a wonderful player, talented and responsible. He is a great man as well, always putting the team first. This book makes it perfectly clear how he managed to become the best in the world by staying the same humble guy through and through. -- Raphaël Varane...an illuminating insight into the career of one of the greatest players in the modern game. * Late Tackle *Table of ContentsForeword by Sir Alex Ferguson CBE Foreword by Zvonimir Boban Chapter One Chapter Two Grandpa Luka Exile The School Bell Chapter Three Staying in Zadar My Favourite Coach The Hajduk Disappointment Back to the Ball Chapter Four In the Big City Football Academy The First Loan – Zrinjski The Second Loan – Inter Zaprešic And Love Came Calling That's It The Return of the Champion Chapter Five Ups and Downs at Dinamo The Blazing Renaissance The European Siren Song Chapter Six UEFA Euro 2008 – the Euphoria and Drama Licking Wounds A New Life in London To Catch a Break Fears for Vanja My First Champions League Stormy Seas and Marital Port Chapter Seven Another Summer of Unease The Real Deal Limited Game Time The Turning Point Mother Courage The Uncompromising Mourinho Ciao, Carlo! La Décima The World Cup in Brazil A Season of Injuries El Grande Falling in France Chapter Eight Gloomy Days You Need to Fall Before You Can Fly The Race for the Treble Chapter Nine Preparations for Russia Nigeria Argentina Iceland Denmark Russia England The Final Chapter Ten And the Awards Go To... ...One More Thing Acknowledgements Author Biographies Index
£10.44
Bergverlag Rudolf Rother La Gomera walking guide 66 walks: 2017
Book SynopsisLa Gomera can be considered the wildest of the Canary Islands. From the central highlands of the almost 1500-metre high island, countless, steep-walled gorges wind down to the sea, slicing the otherwise gently sloping island coast like a cake. La Gomera is made for nature-loving walkers, and offers an incredible variety in its countryside: Idyllic valleys with terraced fields and palm groves stand in contrast to precipitous cliffs and spectacular gorges; the magical laurel forests of Garajonay National Park are countered by pine forests and banana plantations. Thus, the hiker can expect a pleasant stroll like no other, between blazing lava beaches, lush, misty primeval forests, ridges shrouded in clouds - and the ever-present, deep-blue Atlantic. This Rother Walking Guide presents the hiker with a wide variety of entertaining tour recommendations encompassing all regions of La Gomera. These walks range from comfortable paths through palm-studded valleys, to tranquil mountain strolls, to panoramic summit climbs - hiking trails through the dreamy, misty primeval forest are mentioned, as well as the partly paved caminos, which once represented the main connecting roads between villages. Many of the 66 tour recommendations are ideal for less experienced hikers. Yet experienced mountain hikers who are not afraid of power hikes and can handle a shot of adventure and risk will also find a rich selection of routes. This excellently researched guide is enhanced by outstanding colour photos and map excerpts based on the Freytag&Berndt hiking map of Gomera (scale 1:35,000), and is highly recommended to all mountain fans of the island. Walkers also interested in the neighbouring islands should check out the Rother Walking Guides on La Palma, Tenerife and Gran Canaria.
£18.29
Tuttle Publishing Krav Maga Extreme Survival
Book SynopsisTrained by the top Israeli Defense Forces'' instructors, Gershon Ben Keren is one of the foremost experts on the martial art of Krav Magra. In his third book, Ben Keren explains how to survive life-threatening real-world offenses—terrorists, active shooters, carjackers, home invaders—and demonstrates how Krav Maga can be employed to respond to them. Each section of Extreme Survival provides detailed instructions alongside a series of photographs that show move-by-move how to defend yourself and others against: Attacks in workplaces, homes, and public places Unarmed attackers Assailants armed with knives, handguns, long barrel firearms, explosives, and improvised weapons One-on-one assaults and attacks on groups Attacks in open areas as well as in cramped spaces, such as inside a car A 2011 inductee into the Museum of Israeli Martial Arts, Ben Keren focuses on the psychology of violence to inform his self-dTrade Review"Should you judge a book by its cover? In the case of Krav Maga Extreme Survival, by Gershon Ben Keren, absolutely…The book has plenty of clear colour photos to take you through what to do…For a book about such bad events, which could easily have been gloomy, instead I found Ben Keren's ending, like the whole book, empowering and uplifting." --Professional Security Magazine"Written by Gershon Ben Keren, who's practiced Krav Maga for 25 years, this text covers--as the cover says--active-shooter scenarios, carjackings, home invasions, predator profiling and other aspects of self-defense. It's 223 pages long and includes numerous full-color, step-by-step photos." --Black Belt Magazine
£16.14
Ebury Publishing Loose Head: Confessions of an (un)professional
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE TELEGRAPH RUGBY BOOK OF THE YEARThe truth about being a rugby player from the horsey's mouth.This book is not just about how a psychiatrist called Humphrey helped me get back on my horse and clippity-clop all the way to the World Cup semi-final in Japan. It's the story of how a fat kid who had to live up to the nickname Psycho grew up to play and party for over a decade with rugby's greatest pros and live weird and wonderful moments both in and out of the scrum. That's why I'm letting you read my diary on my weirdest days. You never know what you're going to get with me. From being locked in a police cell to singing Adele on Jonathan Ross (I'll let you decide which is worse), being kissed by a murderer on the number 51 bus to drug tests where clipboard-wielding men hover inches away from my naked genitalia, melting opponents in rucks, winning tackles, and generally losing blood, sweat and ears in the name of the great sport of rugby. This is how (not) to be a rugby player.Trade ReviewVery funny * The Guardian *A rollicking book covering everything from rituals to red mist, nudity to nicknames * Rubgy World *
£13.49
Die Gestalten Verlag Wanderlust Himalaya: Hiking on Top of the World
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£32.00
Guide Editors Where to Ski in Austria
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£11.39
Simon And Schuster Group USA SpeedRunner
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£20.39
Australian Fishing Network Complete Book of Fishing Knots: Your complete
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£9.45
David & Charles Ferrari 250GT Tour de France
Book SynopsisThe Ferrari GT Berlinettas are undeniably beautiful and, arguably, the greatest Ferrari racing cars ever built. The 250 GT Competizione Berlinetta - now popularly known as the Tour de France Berlinetta, in honour of the model's domination of the great French event with four outright victories - was the true forerunner of the series of cars which established Ferrari as a major force in sports car racing. Here is the story of the development, building and racing of the Tour de France Ferraris. Importantly, the book also contains individual histories of the Ferrari TdF Berlinettas. Out of print for many years, this classic edition has been reissued in paperback format, due to popular demand.Trade ReviewA book entirely dedicated to one specific model of Ferrari. A reprint of a book published in 1997. Firstly, the development and in particular the technique of the 250 GT engine is described in detail. Then by chassis year, the chassis numbers, and the races and hill climbs in which the car participated. An interview with driver Olivier de Gendebien about driving in the 250 GT and the description of a restoration. In the back of each chassis number an overview of the sales date and owners. For the Ferrari enthusiast and interest book. – Klassiek & Techniek.Table of ContentsForeword Introduction The development history Contemporaries of the Tour de France Berlinetta Development and racing in 1956, 1957, 1958 and 1959 The drivers Living with a Tour de France Restoration The Tour de France Berlinetta in modern competition Individual chassis histories Specification and performance data Index
£20.00
Hyperion A Walk in the Wood Meditations on Mindfulness
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£15.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists
Book SynopsisPhil Burt and Martin Evans have worked with the world''s best cyclists, including the Great Britain Cycling Team, devising and implementing highly effective off the bike training plans. Now, in Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists you can benefit from their wealth of knowledge and experience and apply it to make you a stronger, faster and more robust cyclist.Use the self-assessment, inspired by the Functional Movement Screening used by the Great Britain Cycling Team, to identify your strengths and weaknesses.Discover the mobility and strengthening movements that are most applicable to your needs, maximising effectiveness and avoiding wasted time.Learn how to devise your own personalized and progressive off the bike training plan, how to schedule it into your year and combine it most effectively with your cycling.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Assessment 2 Rom Corrective Exercises 3 Control Through Range: Supported Corrective Exercises 4 Control Through Range: Unsupported Corrective Exercises 5 Taking it Further Further Reading About the Authors Index Acknowledgements
£16.14
Orion Publishing Co My Life in Red and White
Book SynopsisThe first book by one of the most successful, respected and legendary football managers of all time, Arsene WengerTrade ReviewA well-paced and well-thought-out account of one of football's most iconic and influential figures, and entirely befitting of its remarkable author * Sports Gazette *A predictably brilliant insight into the mind of a man who has long treated football as a matter of, as he puts it, "life and death". His wit, empathy and unwavering principles have been common knowledge for decades, but never has his all-consuming dedication and obsession been on clearer display * Esquire *Opaqueness has never been this refreshing. It's honestly nice that this book has just been about the game and the human connections he made along the way. The moments that made Wenger, the good times and the achievements. In a world of sensationalism, public spats and calling out old foes, we can all learn something from that * FourFourTwo *As with his approach to on-field matters, this book puts in an impressive performance -- Damien O'Meara * RTE *A surprisingly honest self-portrait of an obsessive, driven man, who decided that the game really could be beautiful, and was prepared to sacrifice himself to that belief * TLS *
£10.99
Cercle d'art Car Racing 1967
Book SynopsisThe third volume in the ‘Car Racing’ collection, 1967 bears witness to the gradual appearance of colour. Photographers henceforth juggled rolls of both black & white and colour film as they ventured as close as possible to the drivers and throngs entranced with speed and competition. Industries and automobile marques understood the full import of the tremendous platform motorsport offered them, and became ever more enthusiastic to share their stories and victories with the public. Many are mentioned in these pages, including Ford’s extraordinary epic with the Cosworth engine and triumph at Le Mans. This volume also showcases portraits of drivers from François Cevert to Bruce McLaren, and touches on the careers of legendary designers such as Jean Rédélé, Colin Chapman and Jim Hall… In their lively commentary, Johnny Rives and Manou Zurini take evident pleasure in recalling old acquaintances from the pitched fever of the track, joyfully sharing their knowledge through anecdotes and memories. Text in English and French.
£63.75
Penguin Random House South Africa Fishes of the Okavango Delta and Chobe River
Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to the fishes of the Okavango Delta and Chobe River, this book offers background information on the diverse aquatic habitats of the region and on fish feeding, breeding and survival strategies. It also provides useful hints for anglers. The species entries describe each fish in detail, with key ID points and information on habits and occurrence. Each account is accompanied by a colour illustration or photograph. The book concludes with information on how best to utilise and conserve the fishes of the delta system and Chobe River. This is the only such guide to fishes of the region and will be invaluable to local and visiting fishermen, naturalists and conservationists, as well as the many tourists who visit this spectacular African paradise.
£7.99
Octopus Publishing Group Coasting: Running Around the Coast of Britain –
Book SynopsisLonglisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2021 Running away from your problems doesn’t solve anything – but sometimes it’s more fun than dealing with them Elise was spending a lot of time crying on buses. She had just graduated from university; she had a shiny new flat, her first proper job and a budding relationship – and they were all making her utterly miserable. Sitting at work one day, she hit upon the obvious solution: Run 5,000 miles around the coast of Britain, carrying her kit on her back. Six months later Elise set off, with absolutely no ultra-running experience, unable to read a map and having never pitched a tent alone before. Over the 301 days that followed she developed a debilitating fear of farmyard animals, cried on a lot of beaches and saw Britain at its most wild and wonderful. Coasting is about putting one foot in front of the other, even when it feels impossible, and trying to enjoy it too. With heart and humour, Elise explores the thrill of taking risks and putting your trust in total strangers, and learns some home truths along the way. 'A true Great British Adventure, with humour and heart.' Sir Ranulph Fiennes 'Elise Downing has achieved the impossible – leaving you in awe at her superhuman achievements, but also convincing you that you could probably do the same.' Emily Chappell 'A hugely enjoyable jaunt around Britain, that proves that you can find adventure right on your doorstep.' Alastair Humphreys 'Elise Downing has reminded us all of the most crucial aspects of adventure: 1) You don't have to be an expert. 2) It's all about the people. 3) However hard, tough, excruciating and doubt-driven a challenge might be, at heart it's a funny, funny story.' Dave Cornthwaite 'Reading Coasting is like listening to a friend tell a tale down the pub that you can’t quite believe. Elise’s storytelling is hilarious, warm-hearted and wonderfully down-to-earth. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to lace up your trainers and start running towards that mad idea you once had. There’s no doubt that Elise’s gung-ho attitude is her superpower. Her kryptonite? Cows.' Anna McNuff, author and adventurer 'Elise's irresistibly readable adventures are both ordinary and extraordinary at the same time. She's an inspiration.' Damian Hall, author and ultrarunner 'Funny and engaging and inspiring... an absolute gem.' Vassos Alexander, presenter, author and runner 'A beautifully observed and blisteringly truthful account of what happens when you decide to combine adventure and endurance. Absolutely brilliant.' Jake Tyler, author of A Walk from the Wild Edge 'An honest and exciting tale of how a dream became an awesome reality. Definitely worth a read!' Ben Smith, founder of The 401 Challenge 'I was already laughing at the Dedication and this continued all the way to the very last page. Elise Downing is a comedy genius and has a heart of gold!' Danny Bent, author, runner and founder of Project Awesome 'Elise tells her story with such good-humoured light-heartedness that you could be forgiven for forgetting that what she is describing is a feat of real endurance. Running 5,000 miles is a truly remarkable achievement, and the fact that Elise emerged from it with a smile on her face and a total lack of ego speaks wonders to her character. This is an incredible tale told with total humility. Running around the coast of Great Britain was a mad thing to do, but not buying this book would be madder still.' Tim Moss, author, adventurer and founder of The Next Challenge 'Like any epic journey worth sharing, Elise encountered the same doubts, setbacks and fears that leave many dreams stuck on the drawing board. One foot after the other, Elise set out to achieve the extraordinary many miles over. Coasting shares the literal highs and lows as she finds her rite of passage to the world of ultra-running, with an endearing vulnerability and hilarious flair that brings places to life. In the same way that countless strangers felt compelled to join her around the UK, Coasting carries the reader along and inspires us all to ask 'why not?' in pursuit of our own home-grown adventures.' Alex Staniforth, adventurer and author 'A wonderfully honest tale of courage, perseverance and self-discovery.' Dr Juliet McGrattan, author and runner 'Elise brings so much fun and energy, as well as raw honesty, to the world of adventure books, and her incredible journey is an inspiration to young (and old!) adventurers.' Jenny Tough, author, adventurer and editor of Tough Women Adventure Stories 'Thoughtful, funny and beautifully written. Just goes to show that there’s a ram-spinning, swashbuckling adventure right there on your doorstep.' Huw Jack Brassington, writer, presenter and adventurerTrade ReviewA beautifully observed and blisteringly truthful account of what happens when you decide to combine adventure and endurance. Absolutely brilliant.. * Jake Tyler, author of A Walk from the Wild Edge *A hugely enjoyable jaunt around Britain, that proves that you can find adventure right on your doorstep. * Alastair Humphreys *A true Great British Adventure, with humour and heart. * Sir Ranulph Fiennes *A wonderfully honest tale of courage, perseverance and self-discovery. * Dr Juliet McGrattan, author and runner *An honest and exciting tale of how a dream became an awesome reality. Definitely worth a read! * Ben Smith, founder of The 401 Challenge *Elise brings so much fun and energy, as well as raw honesty, to the world of adventure books, and her incredible journey is an inspiration to young (and old!) adventurers. * Jenny Tough, author, adventurer and editor of Tough Women Adventure Stories *Elise Downing has achieved the impossible - leaving you in awe at her superhuman achievements, but also convincing you that you could probably do the same. * Emily Chappell *Elise Downing has reminded us all of the most crucial aspects of adventure: 1) You don't have to be an expert. 2) It's all about the people. 3) However hard, tough, excruciating and doubt-driven a challenge might be, at heart it's a funny, funny story. * Dave Cornthwaite *Elise tells her story with such good-humoured light-heartedness that you could be forgiven for forgetting that what she is describing is a feat of real endurance. Running 5,000 miles is a truly remarkable achievement, and the fact that Elise emerged from it with a smile on her face and a total lack of ego speaks wonders to her character. This is an incredible tale told with total humility. Running around the coast of Great Britain was a mad thing to do, but not buying this book would be madder still. * Tim Moss, author, adventurer and founder of The Next Challenge *Elise's irresistibly readable adventures are both ordinary and extraordinary at the same time. She's an inspiration. * Damian Hall, author and ultrarunner *Funny and engaging and inspiring... an absolute gem. * Vassos Alexander, presenter, author and runner *I was already laughing at the Dedication and this continued all the way to the very last page. Elise Downing is a comedy genius and has a heart of gold! * Danny Bent, author, runner and founder of Project Awesome *Like any epic journey worth sharing, Elise encountered the same doubts, setbacks and fears that leave many dreams stuck on the drawing board. One foot after the other, Elise set out to achieve the extraordinary many miles over. Coasting shares the literal highs and lows as she finds her rite of passage to the world of ultra-running, with an endearing vulnerability and hilarious flair that brings places to life. In the same way that countless strangers felt compelled to join her around the UK, Coasting carries the reader along and inspires us all to ask 'why not?' in pursuit of our own home-grown adventures. * Alex Staniforth, adventurer and author *Reading Coasting is like listening to a friend tell a tale down the pub that you can't quite believe. Elise's storytelling is hilarious, warm-hearted and wonderfully down-to-earth. It's the kind of book that makes you want to lace up your trainers and start running towards that mad idea you once had. There's no doubt that Elise's gung-ho attitude is her superpower. Her kryptonite? Cows. * Anna McNuff, author and adventurer *Thoughtful, funny and beautifully written. Just goes to show that there's a ram-spinning, swashbuckling adventure right there on your doorstep. * Huw Jack Brassington, writer, presenter and adventurer *
£9.49
Random House USA Inc The Stranger in the Woods
Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The remarkable true story of a man who lived alone in the woods of Maine for 27 years, making this dream a reality—not out of anger at the world, but simply because he preferred to live on his own.“A meditation on solitude, wildness and survival.” —The Wall Street JournalIn 1986, a shy and intelligent twenty-year-old named Christopher Knight left his home in Massachusetts, drove to Maine, and disappeared into the forest. He would not have a conversation with another human being until nearly three decades later, when he was arrested for stealing food. Living in a tent even through brutal winters, he had survived by his wits and courage, developing ingenious ways to store edibles and water, and to avoid freezing to death. He broke into nearby cottages for food, clothing, reading material, and other provisions, taking only what he needed but terrifying a community never able to solve the mysterious burglaries. Based on extensive interviews with Knight himself, this is a vividly detailed account of his secluded life—why did he leave? what did he learn?—as well as the challenges he has faced since returning to the world. It is a gripping story of survival that asks fundamental questions about solitude, community, and what makes a good life, and a deeply moving portrait of a man who was determined to live his own way, and succeeded.
£14.45
Tuttle Publishing Drawing the Samurai Sword
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£12.59
Workman Publishing The Campout Cookbook: Inspired Recipes for
Book Synopsis“Spells out how to eat well when camping out.”—The Washington Post “This is the rare book that considers campfire cookery as a gustatory pursuit.”—Sierra, the National Magazine of the Sierra Club Forget freeze-dried astronaut meals and bags of stale, store-bought gorp. Finally, here’s a cookbook that complements the magic of gathering around a campfire and sharing a meal with friends. From the IACP Award–winning authors of The Picnic, which brought taste and style to eating outdoors (in the daytime), comes its companion, for leaving civilization behind and dining under the stars. A mix of dishes to make ahead and meals to cook on-site, The Campout Cookbook includes more than 75 recipes for wood-fired skillet pizzas; backcountry stews and chilies; fire-roasted vegetables and cast-iron breads; unexpected dips, jerkies, and high-energy bars; breakfasts to satisfy that yawning hunger that comes from sleeping in the fresh air; s’mores, of course (including Vanilla Bean Dream Marshmallows & Co. and Dark Chocolate Raspberry Caramel Fire-Ban S’mores); and cocktails, coolers, warm libations for chilly nights, and a Blood Orange Bug Juice. Plus there’s inspiration and know-how for every avid camper and enthusiastic neophyte: How to find a suitable campsite and build a campfire specifically for cooking over, and how to keep it going. Stargazing for city slickers. A troubleshooting guide. And the definitive packing list and camp kitchen essentials. Just add a few scary stories for a truly memorable campout.Trade Review“Spells out how to eat well when camping out.”—The Washington Post “Smart writing and clever hacks make this the most packable book for the glamping of your dreams.”—TheKitchn “For the novice camp cook, or even the first-time camper, the tone ofThe Campout Cookbook will feel like advice from a pair of comforting, if sassy, big sisters. . . . Many of these practical tips may strike even lifelong campers as inspired.” —Santa Fe New Mexican “If, like me, you’re picky about buying new cookbooks, this one stands out from the crowd. . . . It delivers really good food. Some of it simple, some of it a little more elevated, but all of it perfect for enjoying in a folding chair.” —Chatelaine “These recipes bring culinary swagger to the backcountry. . . . Everything you need to become the next backcountry Iron Chef.” —Portland Monthly “Recipes that take your campfire cooking to Michelin star status. We’re talking skillet pizzas, fire-roasted veggies, and dessert in the form of Dark Chocolate Raspberry Caramel Fire-Ban S’mores. Your tent-mates will think they’re roughing it with Thomas Keller.” —CoolMaterial.com “Resolutely playful, it’s a book loaded with camping hacks and instructions: how to clean a fish, how to make flask cocktails, and 99 ways to use a Thermos. . . . What’s more, many of the abundant recipes – Green Chile and Cheese Cast-iron Cornbread or Brown Butter Toffee Blondies – would be just as appealing back home as they would after a day of hiking. . . . Make[s] experienced camp cooks and novices alike want to head for the hills.”—Salem Statesman Journal “This book makes the often overwhelming task of preparing food on the campsite feel very doable and fun. I adore the illustrations and handy charts.”—NotWithoutSalt.com “Plenty of practical ‘roughing it’ tips, alongside 100-plus sophisticated takes on campfire fare.”—Modern Farmer “Who knew camp cuisine could be so elevated, pleasing even the most discerning foodie? . . . Many of the recipes are kid-pleasing and vegetarian-friendly. The colorful guide also includes solid camping tips, tricks, and safety information to make your trip memorable beyond the meals. VERDICT: Camping chefs of any skill level are sure to find something tasty to try in this cookbook.”—Library Journal “Clever and charming, Hanel and Stevenson cover it all—their 75 delicious dishes include many make-aheads, from trail snacks and flask fortifications to marvelous morning treats and spectacular suppers ending in more than just the traditional s’mores. The how-tos of setting up your campsite are included, plus a definitive packing list.”—BookPage “The authors’ enthusiasm for feasting around a well-made campfire shines in their detailed instructions for assembling the right cooking gear, recipes, and unplugged entertainments. . . . The recipes are still the stars of this book, however. . . . Hanel and Stevenson write with flair and creativity, and their prose translates into action plans for some really fantastic outdoor sleepover parties.”—ForeWord
£14.39
Human Kinetics Publishers Kettlebell Training
Book SynopsisPacked with almost 100 basic, intermediate, and advanced exercises, Kettlebell Training, Second Edition, provides complete coverage on getting started with kettlebells, creating customized sport-specific routines, and conditioning the whole body.Trade Review“Kettlebell sport is an extraordinarily effective physical and mental activity. I’m grateful to Steve Cotter for bringing kettlebell workouts and kettlebell sport to the next level by making it easy to understand and easy for the fitness community to accept. Kettlebell Training, Second Edition, is the most comprehensive and well-organized guide to training with kettlebells. It is a must-read for anyone interested in getting fit with kettlebells.”—Denis Vasilev, Kettlebell Sport World Champion“Anyone looking to improve their movement skills, and overall health and well-being, will find exactly what they are looking for in Steve Cotter’s new edition of Kettlebell Training.”—David Weck, Founder of WeckMethod and Inventor of the BOSU Balance Trainer“Steve Cotter is the world’s leading authority in kettlebell training. This book should be your number one resource.”—Jose Vazquez, PT, CSCS, Major League Strength Coach for the Texas Rangers Baseball Club“Steve Cotter has turned the martial arts aspect of kettlebell into an art form. His book, Kettlebell Training, will help you efficiently achieve your fitness goals and improve your well-being.”—Xande Ribeiro, IBJJF Hall of FamerTable of ContentsChapter 1. The Kettlebell AdvantageChapter 2. Getting Started With KettlebellsChapter 3. Exercise PrinciplesChapter 4. Basic NutritionChapter 5. Setting Goals, Assessing Fitness, and Training SafelyChapter 6. Warming Up and Cooling DownChapter 7. Basic ExercisesChapter 8. Intermediate ExercisesChapter 9. Advanced ExercisesChapter 10. Creating a Customized Fitness ProgramChapter 11. Sport-Specific Training ProgramsChapter 12. Training for Kettlebell as a SportChapter 13. Holistic Lifestyle of Kettlebell Training
£19.79
Sandstone Press Ltd Run Like Duck
Book SynopsisRun Like Duck is a guide to running for the unathletic, told by Mark Atkinson, a man who fell into the sport almost by accident. Progressing cautiously on a reluctant and unexpected journey to 100 Marathons (and beyond), Mark learned the hard way from years of getting it wrong. Unlikely to break any records or become a national figure for the standards he sets, he nonetheless has enhanced his life and fitness, taking his long-suffering family along with him. In this witty account, he writes about his unsteady progress while knocking the stuffing out of running pomposity.Trade Review‘Witty, funny and informative. Great for someone starting out in running!’ * Dr Margot Wells *‘A hilarious tale of one man’s obsession, packed with advice for runners from beginners to aspiring marathon competitors.’ * Sean Conway *‘This book will inspire you to stop reading and run more. Better than the Bible – if you're looking for a running book!’ * David Hellard, Bad Boy Running Podcast *‘Thanks to Mark’s brilliant self-deprecating humour, Run like Duck will have you laughing up out the couch, into your trainers, and running a hundred miles with a smile on your face before you know it.’ * Moire O’Sullivan, author of Bump, Bike & Baby *‘God-like, majestic, awe-inspiring are all words. Buy this book.’ * Jody Raynsford, Bad Boy Running Podcast *‘I haven’t read this book but how bad can it really be?’ * Robbie Britton, Team GB *
£9.49
Wild Things Publishing Ltd Wild Swimming Walks Cornwall: 28 coast, lake and
Book SynopsisThe best-selling Wild Swimming Walks series visits the delights of Cornwall's coasts, estuaries, rivers and moors. Discover secret coves, sandy beaches, blue grottoes and moorland pools with 28 magical days out. Combining stunning photography, engaging stories and natural history, with all the practical information you need - detailed directions, route maps, practical ideas and downloadable guides. Perfect for adventurers and family explorers alike. Swim in sheltered azure coves on the Lizard Find fairy pools and coral sands in Penwith Explore rugged cliffs and sea caves near Padstow Dive into mysterious pools on Bodmin Moor swoosh down with the tide in the West Looe River Glide under the willows in dappled valleys of the Fal Float in the emerald waters of Daphne du Maurier's Frenchman's Creek Swim among hidden harbours and ancient quays of Cotehele Follow in the footsteps of pirates and smugglers at Prussia CoveTable of ContentsContents & Areas Bossiney & St Nectan's Glen Cadgwith Cove Circular Carn Marth Circular Chapelporth Circular Charlestown Circular Cotehele Circular Fowey Circular Frenchman's Creek Cardinham Moor Lakes Goldiggins Circular Gorran Haven Circular Holywell Bay Circular Lanhydrock Circular Looe Swoosh Mabe Quarry Circular Mullion Figure of Eight Northcott Mouth & Bude Circular Pentire & Lundy Circular Porthgwarra Nanjizal Circular Portreath Circular Porthwrinkle & Sheviock Cicular Prussia Cove St Anthony's Head St Ives Steam & Swim St Just Circular Trescore Islands Circular Truro & Fal Estuary Little Petherick Creek
£13.49
The Crowood Press Ltd Strength and Conditioning for Dancers
Book SynopsisStrength and Conditioning for Dancers is an accessible guide to how to design and incorporate supplemental fitness training into a dancer’s schedule. It links current evidence on the relationship between physical fitness, dance performance and injury incidence, breaking it down into clear and convenient sections, starting with the fundamentals of muscle physiology and training principles and moving on to specific training components. Key topics covered in the book include: self-screening; programme design; specific exercises for the core, upper and lower body; basic Pilates; nutritional support for training and finally, programmes to get you started. Featuring practical training programmes to get you started, this user-friendly book will be of great value to dancers, teachers and trainers looking to enhance both fitness and performance.Trade ReviewThis book is an asset for dance trainers. -- Gavin Roebuck reviewer * IDTA Magazine *
£18.00
Rowman & Littlefield Major League Rebels: Baseball Battles over
Book SynopsisThis book tells the fascinating stories of the baseball rebels who were influenced by, and in turn influenced, America's political and social protest movements throughout historyincluding battles over labor, anti-trust, corporate power, immigration, and America's wars and military interventions worldwide.
£27.00
Quercus Publishing The Gladiator Mindset: Push Your Limits. Overcome
Book SynopsisThink like Britain's greatest living Olympian: Ten steps to push your limits and achieve the impossible from the one of the world's greatest swimmers'The most dominant sportsperson in Great Britain today - and perhaps ever' TelegraphFrom one of the best elite athletes on the planet comes a book bursting with no-nonsense advice on how to locate your inner gladiator, and first-hand wisdom to help you push yourself beyond what you thought was possible.We are all capable of locating greatness within us and achieving hitherto unimaginable feats. Whether you are old and wise or young and bursting with energy, there are limits you are imposing on yourself that this book will help you reconsider.Adam Peaty shows you how to take more control of your life and helps you both discover and develop your talents. He shares his own ten secrets to a winning mental attitude, whether it be at home, at work, on the sports field, or within ourselves.This is an inspirational handbook for personal achievement and positive living. THE GLADIATOR MINDSET will inspire you to find and develop your talent and have the confidence to believe in yourself.Let's be better than we were yesterday."Hopefully, this is a catalyst for not only Team GB but also the people back home to go to another gear, to say: 'We've been through a tough time, there's been a lot of complaining, a lot of excuses, a lot of negative things, but now we've got to switch our mindset.'" - Adam Peaty
£9.99
Patagonia Books Simple Fly Fishing (Revised Second Edition)
Book SynopsisWhen it comes to fly fishing, simpler is better. Modern-day fly fishing, like much in life, has become exceedingly complex, with high-tech gear, a confusing array of flies and terminal tackle, accompanied by high-priced fishing guides. This book reveals that the best way to catch trout is simply, with a rod and a fly and not much else. The wisdom in this book comes from a simpler time, when the premise was: the more you know, the less you need. It teaches the reader how to discover where the fish are, at what depth, and what they are feeding on. Then it describes the techniques needed to present a fly at that depth, make it look lifelike, and hook the fish. With chapters on wet flies, nymphs, and dry flies, its authors employ both the tenkara rod as well as regular fly fishing gear to cover all the bases. Illustrated by renowned fish artist James Prosek, with inspiring photographs and stories throughout, Simple Fly Fishing reveals the secrets and the soul of this captivating sport. Winner, Guidebooks, Banff Mountain Book Competition 2014Trade ReviewTherein lies the book's charm. Part straightforward how-to, part back-to-basics manifesto, the volume is also a bit of a sermon that seeks to spread the good word about a centuries-old Japanese technique known as "tenkara" that Mr. Chouinard believes is the hands-down easiest and most pleasurable way to fish. Wall Street JournalSimplify. It’s the reason many anglers head to the nearest river or lake to appreciate the joys and meditation of fly fishing. In a new book, three fly fishing gurus take simplicity a step further. -- ExploreBigSky.com"Simple Fly Fishing masterfully tackles each aspect of fly fishing to reveal new deliberate and technical yet simpler ways to approach the sport. The book simplifies things while teaching strategies that might even make you a better angler." -- venturingangler.com"If you know an angler who is just getting started with fly fishing, or even a seasoned angler who appreciates the history of fly fishing and trout fishing knowledge, check out Simple Fly Fishing Revised Second Edition: Techniques for Tenkara and Rod and Reel by Yvon Chouinard, Craig Matthews and Mauro Mazzo." -- The Sustainable Angler Gift GuideThere is an honest and wisdom-filled discussion on topics that every freshwater fly fisher spends their lives trying to master. – The Mission"The anglers that have the most to gain are those that are interested in fly fishing and who want to use the simplicity of tenkara as an entry point into the seemingly complex world of fly fishing. For those anglers, Simple Fly Fishing offers that entry point and provides methods of fly fishing with a tenkara rod – while at the same time filling in enough of the fly fishing background that if they want to transition to rod and reel they are not in the dark." -- castingaround.comSimple Fly Fishing by Yvon Chouinard has quickly become a classic. . . . [It] reveals the secrets and the soul of this captivating sport. -- Midcurrent"The book as artifact is filled with stunning photography and educational illustrations that will have you dreaming about your next time on the water." -- Angler's Journal
£17.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Superyacht Captain
Book SynopsisIn Superyacht Captain, a professional at the zenith of the world''s most lavish and exclusive industry gives a rare insight into a career that is entertaining, instructive and at times daunting in its scale.The tale of an ordinary boy whose career takes him on a most extraordinary journey, this book begins with Brendan messing about in boats in a sleepy coastal Australian town, and ends with him becoming one of the most successful and respected superyacht captains in the World the consummate ''Billionaire''s Captain''. Spanning two decades and circling the globe, his story intimately draws readers into the real world of superyachts, their crew and their owners. It is Brendan's love letter to an industry he respects and holds so dear to his heart.It''s the story of stepping out and embracing uncertainty - failing, learning and repeating - weaving in in the lessons he's learned as he's progressed from deck hand to captain, Brendan''s insights are valuable for anyone leadTrade ReviewSuperyacht Captain is the Kitchen Confidential of yachting. -- Evan Osnos, Winner of the American Book Award, and author of Age of AmbitionA realistic view that gets beyond both the glamour and horror stories...a rewarding read for any any Nautilus member considerign a shift into the superyacht industry. * Nautilus Telegraph *the writing is vivid, the experiences fascinating, and the insights of interest even to skippers of more modest vessels. * Yachting Monthly *Table of ContentsPrologue PART 1: My journey: before the captain was the boy You can have the shoes What’s ‘porn’ in Russian? There is no second place To lead to excel The tuck and tape How much for the flag? Greed is good PART 2: Best of the best Learning the ‘why’ It’s not about the boat Wind of change Master under God Run, Forrest, run Advancing my journey Will it be rough tonight? Making better decisions A defining moment A personal board of directors Is that the Prince? I thought he was taller Parties and paparazzi Everything has a purpose Fantasy staff game Waitlessness The illusion of normalcy Saint-Tropez sunset Bubbles and troubles Driving Miss Daisy Ego is the enemy Is that Santa? The helicopter view When perfect is not good enough Time to say goodbye Endnote
£11.69
Island Press Building the Cycling City: The Dutch Blueprint
Book SynopsisIn car-clogged urban areas across the world, the humble bicycle is enjoying a second life as a legitimate form of transportation. City officials are rediscovering it as a multi-pronged (or -spoked) solution to acute, 21st-century problems, including affordability, obesity, congestion, climate change, inequity, and social isolation. As the world’s foremost cycling nation, the Netherlands is the only country where the number of bikes exceeds the number of people, primarily because the Dutch have built a cycling culture accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or economic means. Chris and Melissa Bruntlett share the incredible success of the Netherlands through engaging interviews with local experts and stories of their own delightful experiences riding in five Dutch cities. Building the Cycling City examines the triumphs and challenges of the Dutch while also presenting stories of North American cities already implementing lessons from across the Atlantic. Discover how Dutch cities inspired Atlanta to look at its transit-bike connection in a new way and showed Seattle how to teach its residents to realize the freedom of biking, along with other encouraging examples. Tellingly, the Dutch have two words for people who ride bikes: wielrenner (“wheel runner”) and fietser (“cyclist”), the latter making up the vast majority of people pedaling on their streets, and representing a far more accessible, casual, and inclusive style of urban cycling—walking with wheels. Outside of their borders, a significant cultural shift is needed to seamlessly integrate the bicycle into everyday life and create a whole world of fietsers. The Dutch blueprint focuses on how people in a particular place want to move.Table of ContentsIntroduction: A Nation of Fietsers Chapter 1: Streets Aren't Set in Stone Chapter 2: Not Sport. Transport Chapter 3: Fortune Favors the Brave Chapter 4: One Size Won't Fit All Chapter 5: Demand More Chapter 6: Think Outside the Van Chapter 7: Build at a Human Scale Chapter 8: Use Bikes to Feed Transit Chapter 9: Put Your City on the Map Chapter 10: Learn to Ride Like the Dutch Conclusion: A World of Fietsers References Acknowledgments
£19.99
Skyhorse Publishing The Wind Book for Rifle Shooters: How to Improve
Book SynopsisAll other factors being equal, it is your ability to read the wind that will make the most difference in your shooting accuracy. The better you understand the behavior of the wind, the better you will understand the behavior of your bullet. Now, champion shooters Linda K. Miller and Keith A. Cunningham reveal everything they wish they’d known about reading the wind before they started shooting (instead of having to learn as they went along) in concise, easy-to-read terms and accompanied with handy ninety-five diagrams. The Wind Book for Rifle Shooters contains straightforward guidance on the simple thought process they use to read the wind, the techniques and tactics they use to win matches, and the underlying skills that support both. Let these champions show you how to put together a simple wind-reading toolbox for calculating wind speed, direction, deflection, and drift. Then learn how to use these tools to read flags and mirage, record and interpret your observations, and time your shots to compensate for wind. Other topics covered include: Analyzing shot placement Recording and record keeping Confidence and following your hunches And much more! The essential wind-reading basics taught in this book will absolutely improve your shooting skills, whether you're a target shooter, a plinker, a hunter or a shooting professional.
£16.99
Wild Things Publishing Ltd Lost Lanes West Country: 36 Glorious bike rides
Book SynopsisJack Thurston, best-selling author of Lost Lanes series and presenter of the internationally acclaimed Bike Show, takes you on a freewheeling tour of the lost lanes and forgotten byways of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire. Enjoy 36 of the best rural rides in the region: Ride on traffic free lanes from the seashore into the heart of the west country. Stunning photography, downloadable GPX, handmade maps. Discover car-free routes through the grand estates of Longleat, Stourhead, Lanhydrock and Ashton Court. Escape to ancient trackways of Wessex's chalk downs, passing the prehistoric remains of Avebury, Silbury Hill and Stonehenge. Ride traffic free paths along the River Dart, River Camel and River Exe stopping for river swims and picnics in sun-dappled woodlands. Climb to the windswept heights of Dartmoor and Exmoor and descend beneath the towering crags of Cheddar Gorge.
£15.29
Rowman & Littlefield Trout Rigs and Methods
Book SynopsisGearing up for all types of trout fishing on creeks, rivers, tailwaters, and lakes. Casting, selecting a fly, and reading the water and finding trout.
£13.46
Vertebrate Publishing Ltd Gravel Rides Scotland: 28 gravel bike adventures
Book SynopsisGravel Rides Scotland by Ed Shoote contains 28 routes, ranging from 31 to 128 kilometres in length, exploring the very best gravel riding that Scotland has to offer.Gravel riding is the fastest-growing cycling discipline – this book showcases the finest routes in Scotland, its natural home. The routes are clustered within seven outstanding gravel destinations – the Scottish Borders; Dumfries and Galloway; Argyll and Bute; Highland Perthshire and the Trossachs; the Cairngorms (split into Deeside and Aviemore); and North West Scotland. Each section makes the perfect base for a short break, or combine some of the routes together on a bikepacking trip. Classic gravel routes such as ‘Gravelfoyle’ and the Big Country Loop in Galloway are listed alongside hidden gems including Loch Eck and the Lammermuir herring roads.Each route includes all the information you need to help you plan your ride, interesting background information about the local area, types of terrain covered and refreshment recommendations in addition to detailed directions, stunning photography and overview mapping. Downloadable GPX files of the routes are also available.This book is full of practical tips and advice on all aspects of gravel riding, including the bike itself, essential kit to carry when out on a ride, as well as a brief history of gravel riding in Scotland.Enjoy Gravel Rides Scotland and the adventures it will open up. Ride faster, ride further and ride gravel.Table of ContentsIntroduction Acknowledgements Gravel riding Gravel bikes How to use this book The weather and seasons Safety and responsibility Recommended kit list Bikepacking A brief history of gravel in Scotland Reading the Gaelic landscape Section 1: Scottish Borders 01 Newcastleton to Kielder cross-border ride 02 Hawick castles and railways loop 03 Selkirk, Three Brethren and the Bowhill Estate 04 Four forests and a wind farm in the Tweed Valley 05 The herring roads of the Lammermuirs Section 2: Dumfries and Galloway 06 Gatehouse of Fleet 07 Galloway Forest Park Big Country Route 08 Daer Reservoir and Durisdeer Section 3: Argyll and Bute 09 Loch Eck and Loch Long 10 The Dukes Path, Lochgoilhead and the Arrochar Alps 11 Crinan, Loch Sween and Faery Isles views 12 An Suidhe Wind Farm and Eredine Forest Section 4: Highland Perthshire and the Trossachs 13 Aberfoyle aka Gravelfoyle – north and south loops 14 Callander and Loch Tay monster loop 15 Dunkeld and the Tay Forest Park Section 5: Cairngorms – Deeside 16 Linn of Dee, Glen Lui and Linn of Quoich 17 Ballater, Balmoral and Loch Muick 18 Invercauld and the River Gairn 19 Corgarff Castle and a military road Section 6: Cairngorms – Aviemore 20 Dalwhinnie, Loch Ericht and Laggan 21 Glen Feshie and Loch an Eilein 22 Loch Morlich, Glenmore and Abernethy Forest Section 7: North West Scotland 23 Morvern peninsula 24 Loch Shiel, Glenfinnan and Loch Linnhe 25 Fort Augustus and Loch Ness 26 Glen Affric 27 Isle of Rùm 28 Beauly to Ardgay
£20.00
Sequoia Books Myths of Sport Coaching
Book Synopsis10,000 hours? Learning styles? Coaches need to be cruel to be kind? Coaches should have previous elite competing experience? Parental involvement? Coaching female athletes is different? Sport Coaching is complex and multi-faceted, and the role of the coach involves an unlimited number of theories and responsibilities. With this, comes a plethora of information on how to coach effectively and what we should be aware of as coaches. Sometimes this information can become 'muddied' and misconstrued. This book aims to unpick some of the key ideas, practices and messages within the domain and determine what credible research has actually concluded. Myths of Sport Coaching is written by leading international researchers and practitioners and offers invaluable theoretical and practical guidance, debunking some common myths and misconceptions in an engaging and informative way. The book supports an evidence-based practice approach and is an important companion for all those learning through sport and hopefully to reflect critically on the way you operate within your sport. Each chapter contains a QR code to a video from the chapter author and this connection introduces the wonderful people we share this book with and their passion. We hope this book helps you demystify some of the challenges you are facing on your journey.Table of Contents1. Myths about Deliberate Practice Edward Coughlan 2. The Science of Fun in Sport: Fact over Fiction Amanda J. Visek & Anna Feiler 3. Communities of Practice: Common Misconceptions Diane M. Culver, Tiago Duarte, and Don Vinson 4. A 'Fundamental' Myth of Movement with a 'Functional' Solution James R Rudd, Jonathan D Foulkes, Mark O'Sullivan, and Carl T. Woods 5. The Stepping Stone?: Challenging the Myth that Women's Sport is Less Significant than Men's Sport Ali Bowes 6. Myths about Learning Styles in Sport Coach Education Anna Stodter 7. Common Misconceptions about Parental Involvement in Youth Sport: Insights for coaches Sam Elliott 8. Coaching is a 24 hour a day job Brendan Cropley, Sheldon Cropley, & Lee Baldock 9. 10,000 hours and Early Specialization: Short term Gains or Long term Pain? Jody McGowan, Simon Walters, and Chris Whatman 10. They Really Are 'a Different Kettle of Fish': Myths Surrounding the 'Effective Coaching' of the Female Athlete Luke Jones & Zoe Avner 11. Common Sport and Exercise nutrition Myths Encountered by Coaches and Athletes Liz Mahon, Claire Blennerhassett, & Andy Sparks 12. Reflection is 'Wholly Beneficial' for Coaches Lauren Dowham & Chris Cushion 13. Do you have to walk it to talk it? The significance on an elite athletic career in becoming a high performance coach in men's football and rugby union Alexander D. Blackett 14. 'Questioning in Coaching Leads to Learning': A Deconstruction of Questioning Mark Partington 15. The Evolving Role of the Sport Psychologist and the Myth that their sole role is to 'Fix' Athletes Laura Swettenham, Kristin McGinty-Minister, & Stewart Bicker 16. Is Goal Setting an Effective Way to Improve Athletic Performance? Laura C. Healy and Desmond McEwan 17. Clutch Plays, Clutch Performances, and Clutch Performers: Separating Myth from Reality Matthew J. Schweickle & Patricia C. Jackman 18. Caring Coaching: Examining the notion of 'cruel to be kind' and other caring myths Colum Cronin 19. Psychological Resilience in High Performance Athletes: Elucidating Some Common Myths and Misconceptions Jolan Kegelaers & Mustafa Sarkar 20. The Coach-Athlete Relationship: What Are we Missing from the Sociocultural Context? Christopher R. D. Wagstaff
£17.09
Cooper Square Press African Game Trails
Book SynopsisEx-President and explorer Theodore Roosevelt recalls in his journal of a hunting trip in Africa the many animals he stalked and killed for the Smithsonian institution, and his meetings with East Africans.Trade Review[Roosevelt's] descriptions of the land, the people and the game he encountered are as colorful and readable today as they were in 1910, when this classic was originally published. * The Dallas Morning News *A source of constant entertainment. * Nation *Frequently lightened by touches of genius and always readable. * The New York Times *
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The University of Chicago Press Bulls Markets Chicagos Basketball Business and
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Highly recommended. . . This excellent book contributes to the body of work confirming that publicly subsidized sports facilities are unwise investments for taxpayers. . . By telling the story of property tax breaks and other corporate welfare in building the United Center, Dinces reminds readers that their beloved sports teams will take advantage of an adoring public every time. The only thing left to figure out is why people allow it to happen again and again." * Choice *“Dinces effectively uses Jordan and the Bulls to analyze complicated issues surrounding the economics of professional sports in the late twentieth century. . . . Bulls Markets demonstrates how scholars can use sports as a lens to analyze important issues, such as economic inequality, that touch all Americans regardless of whether they root for the home team." * The Journal of American History *“The role of sports teams in revitalizing cities is too often taken for granted by sportswriters and urban commentators alike. In Bulls Markets, Dinces does the invaluable work of taking a no-holds-barred look at what the Michael Jordan Bulls meant to Chicago—both economically and emotionally—to determine once and for all what the city gained from a championship team, and which segment of a changing city reaped these spoils.” * Neil deMause, author of Field of Schemes *“Bulls Markets is a penetrating and provocative account of the role of Michael Jordan and the championship Bulls in Chicago’s cultural and economic development. Dinces brings together a wealth of interesting research that asks important questions about the role of sports in urban growth, spatial evolution, and social inequality. Dinces’s analysis will have resonance for the citizens and politicians in many cities and should be required reading for public servants contemplating investment in sports infrastructure.” * Andrew Zimbalist, author of Circus Maximus *“Bulls Markets is a terrific book: fine sports history, of course, and excellent urban history. Dinces reveals how wealthy owners hijack our beloved teams, and how politicians and league cartels do the bidding of the rich. Drilling deep into the story of the Bulls and Chicago, Dinces shows us that sports are part of the larger transformation of contemporary cities. Meticulously researched and beautifully written, this is an important book for anyone interested in urban history, politics, and economics.” * Elliott Gorn, Loyola University Chicago *“A must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of sport, politics, and the economy.” * Journal of Urban Affairs *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Bullish on Image: Basketball and the Promotion of Postindustrial Chicago 2 “Normally, Heroes Cost You Money”: Bulls Fans in the New Gilded Age 3 The Bulls as “Good Business”: The United Center and Redeveloping Chicago’s Near West Side 4 Anchor or Shipwreck? The United Center and Economic Development in West Haven 5 “Peanut Envy”: The United Center’s War against Sidewalk Vendors 6 “Nothing but Net Profits”: Public Dollars and Tax Policy at the United Center Conclusion Appendix A: Logistic Regression Analysis of 1993 General Social Survey Data Appendix B: City of Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois State Campaign Contributions by United Center Ownership and Executives, 1980–2016 Appendix C: United Center Property-Tax Savings Appendix D: United Center Amusement-Tax Savings Notes Index
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