Sport Books
Tuttle Publishing Karates Universal Codeword
Book SynopsisThe true meaning and origins of the word 'Oss' are finally revealed!
£10.79
Human Kinetics Publishers The Overload System for Strength: A Modern
Book SynopsisStrength training used to be simple. Before performance-enhancing drugs muddied the waters and social media fed us new, “ground-breaking” exercises on a weekly basis, people simply focused on lifting the heaviest weights possible to build strength.The Overload System for Strength reintroduces this time-tested, proven approach to achieving strength gains in the shortest time possible. Influenced by legends in the field of strength and conditioning, you will learn the progressive range of motion and neurological carryover training methods from Paul Anderson; supramaximal partial lifts espoused by Bob Peoples, Anthony Ditillo, and Harry Paschall; functional isometrics promoted by Bob Hoffman; and eccentric overloads. Through decades of sweat and effort, these methods have been proven to have the strongest effect on maximizing the nervous system’s capacity to increase force production. In The Overload System for Strength you’ll find the following: Ten advanced methods to increase strength, including progressive range of motion, heavy partials, and functional isometrics Detailed technical instruction for six main lifts that promote large strength gains Frequency, split, and specialization options to fit your preferences, goals, and schedule Written by Christian Thibaudeau, a renowned strength and conditioning coach who has trained Olympic athletes and CrossFit Games competitors, and Tom Sheppard, a strength coach and author who works with Thibarmy, EliteFTS, and T-Nation, The Overload System for Strength brings the methods of legends into the modern era and teaches you how to realize your strength potential. Skip the gimmicks and fads; use the training that has provided results for decades. The Overload System for Strength is your time-tested, proven guidebook to unlocking the strength gains you have been looking for.Earn continuing education credits/units! A continuing education exam that uses this book is also available. It may be purchased separately or as part of a package that includes both the book and exam.Table of ContentsChapter 1. The Overload System MethodsChapter 2. Science and Application of the Overload SystemChapter 3. The Overload System Foundational ExercisesChapter 4. DeadliftChapter 5. SquatChapter 6. Military PressChapter 7. Bench PressChapter 8. Pendlay RowChapter 9. Explosive PullChapter 10. Assistance ExercisesChapter 11. The Overload System ProgrammingChapter 12. Training Program DesignChapter 13. Specialization Training Epilogue Appendix: Strength Standards
£25.49
Little, Brown Book Group Echoing Greens
Book SynopsisThe importance of cricket to the English imagination has been immortalised in the art and literature of a thousand years. It is a story that is known in part, but one that has never been explored in full. And it is lined with surprises, forgotten tales, unnoticed details - ranging from medieval manuscript illustrations, through a dazzling variety of visual art, poetry, fiction, and drama, to recent portraits of contemporary heroes.Echoing Greens will explore the depth of the bond between cricket and the English imagination. For countless artists and writers across the centuries, the culture and aesthetics of cricket - white-clad players, the crack of bat on ball, booming appeals, admiring applause, figures running up to bowl, batsmen leaning, waiting, swinging the blade - have been as essential to the English landscape as the hills and meadows immortalised by Gainsborough, Constable and Turner. And in pursuing this journey, Echoing Greens will show t
£21.25
Duckworth Books Scheisse Were Going Up
Book SynopsisScheisse! recounts the extraordinary story of Union Berlin, the German Bundesliga's most spirited football club, interwoven with a witty history of contemporary Berlin.Trade Review'Fascinating' Daily Mail'A wonderful journey into the heart of a very unique club' Raphael Honigstein'The history and culture of a special football club deserve a special kind of chronicling – and Holden has executed it to perfection' Patrick Barclay'An engrossing portrait' Philip Oltermann'For the first time, Scheisse is a good thing! A captivating read on one of the most unique clubs in world football' Archie Rhind-Tutt'A beautifully crafted set of stories that reveal a personal history of one of Germany’s most special clubs and cities' Jonathan Harding'Holden superbly captures the myth, history and spirit that make Union so very special and beloved' Andreas Michaelis'A fascinating tale that is expertly told' Adam Bate'A must-read for any football romantic, regardless of where you're from and what team you support' Cristian Nyari
£9.49
Globe Pequot Stillwater Fly Fishing
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£34.20
Random House Canada The Awesome Game
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£20.39
John Blake Publishing Ltd Roger Federer: The Definitive Biography
Book SynopsisRoger Federer is not only one of the greatest tennis players ever to pick up a racket - if not the greatest - but he is one of the global icons of our time. Characterised by a mixture of passion and calmness, a fierce competitor with a regal bearing, he is both an athlete and an ambassador, a street fighter and a statesman. But who is he really? And what are the experiences and influences that have shaped him into the world figure he is today?This acclaimed biography, first published in 2006 and now fully updated in its ninth edition, traces Federer's life and career, from his first tentative swings with a racket to legendary status. The vastly experienced writer, broadcaster and tennis historian Chris Bowers talked exclusively to many of the people who helped shape the young Roger Federer, and together with his own experiences following Federer's career from his junior title at Wimbledon at age sixteen to his twentieth major title nineteen years later, he presents an affectionate and analytical portrait of one of the great names of modern-day sport. His book has enough information to satisfy the most voracious Federer fan, and enough talking points to keep an argument going until the small hours.In its portrait of Roger Federer - the man, the player, the icon - this masterly biography brings the player's story up to date, while also examining his place in tennis and sporting history.
£9.49
McFarland & Co Inc Cold War on Ice
Book Synopsis Between December 28, 1975, and January 11, 1976, a groundbreaking hockey event took place: Super Series ''76. Eight National Hockey League clubs each hosted a single exhibition game against one of two touring teams from the USSR: Central Red Army or Wings of the Soviet. Officially nothing was at stake, but serious hockey fans realized that a Cold War clash of political ideologies was occurring on North American ice surfaces. The top pro teams would finally meet the best amateurs from the Soviet Elite League. The reputations of the NHL and Soviet hockey were both on the line. Canadians already knew how strong the Soviets were, based on the eye-opening experiences of both countries'' hockey stars in the 1972 and 1974 Summit Series. For many Americans, however, the talents of the exotic, Eastern Bloc visitors provided a stunning revelation. This book outlines the history of the intense Canada-USSR hockey rivalry that preceded Super Series ''76 and then focuses on those eighTable of Contents Table of Contents Acknowledgments Introduction Terms and Spellings 1. The IIHF Years, Part One: Canada Seems Invincible 2. The IIHF Years, Part Two: The Soviet Superpower 3. The Awakening: The 1972 Summit Series 4. The Often-Forgotten 1974 Summit Series 5. The Making of Super Series '76 6. Soviet Lineups 7. Game #1: Central Red Army vs. New York Rangers 8. Game #2: Soviet Wings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins 9. Game #3: Central Red Army vs. Montréal Canadiens 10. Game #4: Soviet Wings vs. Buffalo Sabres 11. Game #5: Soviet Wings vs. Chicago Black Hawks 12. Game #6: Central Red Army vs. Boston Bruins 13. Game #7: Soviet Wings vs. New York Islanders 14. Game #8: Central Red Army vs. Philadelphia Flyers 15. Aftermath 1976 to 1991: What It All Meant Chapter Notes Bibliography Index
£27.54
Rowman & Littlefield Casting Homeward
Book SynopsisIn Casting Iconic Waters, writer, naturalist, and educator Steve Ramirez takes the reader on a physical and philosophical journey to some of the most legendary rivers and wild landscapes in America. Imbued with fly-fishing throughout, this journey will seek to explore what makes certain places feel magical and meaningful. How do we define iconic when considering wild places that have seemingly held the ability to restore our souls and fill them with feelings of peace, belonging, awe, and gratitude? Each of these chosen regions has been considered an iconic destination for anyone who yearns for the wild places that are distinctly American. From the songbird-filled hardwoods of New England to the jack-pine Northwoods where wolves still sing in the night. From the Yellowstone Valley where bison feed next to tumbling trout streams to Bristol Bay where brown bears compete with anglers for salmon, steelhead, and leopard spotted rainbow trout. And each of these destinations has serv
£22.50
Rowman & Littlefield Bernard Darwin on Golf
Book SynopsisBernard Darwin could easily have settled into a privileged life as a respected lawyer - one who also just happened to be the grandson of Charles Darwin. But his conventional upbringing didn''t prevent him from choosing a different path, abandoning the relative security of the law to follow his first and only passion - golf. While Darwin was no slouch on the links - captain of his golf team at Cambridge and twice in the semifinals of the British Amateur Championships - he achieved far greater notoriety with his pen than with his club.Starting as a weekly columnist for The Times of London (always signing his columns Our Golf Correspondent), he was soon acknowledged as one of the finest essayists in Britain. He was the first writer ever to elevate the discussion of golf beyond a simple reportage of events. He was also a regular contributor to Country Life and a frequent contributor to The Atlantic Monthly.
£17.99
Vertebrate Publishing Ltd 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of Spain: A guide to
Book SynopsisHaving documented the famous cycling climbs of France and Italy, Simon Warren completes his trilogy on cycling’s Grand Tour nations with the 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs of Spain. Packed full of the legendary roads on the Spanish mainland which have found fame in the Vuelta a España, such as the Angliru, Puerto de Velefique, Lagos de Covadonga and the mighty Pico Veleta, the featured climbs travel the length and breadth of the country – from the Pyrenees, across the Basque Country to Asturias, around Madrid and down through Cataluña to Andalucía. The book also travels out to sea to cover Mallorca and the Canary Islands. These perennially favoured destinations for cyclists searching for year-round sun are home to some extraordinary climbs, from Sa Calobra on Mallorca, to Teide on Tenerife, and the incomparable Roque de los Muchachos on La Palma.
£13.46
Rowman & Littlefield Best Easy Day Hikes Big Bend National Park
Book SynopsisSmall enough to fit in your back pocket, this guide features twenty easy-to-follow hikes in Big Bend National Park.Look Inside to Find Half-hour strolls to full-day adventures Accurate, easy-to-follow directions to the trailhead Hikes for hikers of every ability, including families with young children Clear, accurate, and concise mile-by-mile directions for each hike GPS coordinates
£9.49
Pitch Publishing Ltd The Great Adventure: Al-Fayed’s Rollercoaster
Book SynopsisThe Great Adventure: Al-Fayed’s Rollercoaster Ride with Fulham FC is the fascinating tale of Mohamed Al-Fayed’s remarkable 16-year reign as the owner of Fulham. The flamboyant Harrods owner bought the famous old London club in a £6.25 million deal in the summer of 1997, just after Fulham had been promoted from the Football League’s lowest rung. He promised to make the club a Premier League side within five years. He did it in four – and then took Fulham into the unexplored territory of European football. Along the way there were ten managers, two promotions, numerous club record signings, rows with the FA, the Football League, the Premier League, the government – and his managers. There were plans to buy the Twin Towers of Wembley and there was the statue of Michael Jackson unveiled at Craven Cottage. Author Tony Banks talks to the players, managers and staff who were there during the most remarkable period in the club’s history and uncovers their astonishing behind-the-scenes stories.Trade Review"Banks, a brilliant sportswriter and a Fulham fan, is insightful and entertaining throughout, revealing what went on behind the scenes during this period... The Great Adventure: Al-Fayed’s Rollercoaster Ride with Fulham FC is a brilliant read, one I devoured in three days. Tony Banks’ meticulous research, along with the personal accounts of those who were there, make it a publication that all Fulham and most football enthusiasts will enjoy." * On Magazine *
£17.09
YMAA Publication Center Meridian Qigong Exercises: Combining Qigong,
Book SynopsisA SIMPLE LYING DOWN EXERCISE ROUTINE FOR EVERYONE Each morning before getting out of bed, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming practices a series of gentle stretching movements designed to improve energy, and rejuvinate the body. Based on decades of experience, these Meridian Qigong Exercises are his special daily exercise routine. Follow along and learn how a unique combination of simple yoga stretches, qigong movements, and acupressure techniques can relieve energy stagnation and rejuvenate your entire body. All the exercises can be performed lying down or sitting, if preferred. Meridian qigong will quickly improve your general health, by reducing stress, boosting your immune system, and preventing many range of motion injuries. With regular practice you will notice your entire body feels loose and comfortable. You will react to stress with a greater sense of calm, and your circulation will increase. With this book you will: Understand the link between yoga and qigong Learn basic acupressure with traditional tui na (pushing and grabbing) and dian xue (cavity pressing) techniques Supplement your qigong practice with yoga stretches Know which acupoints and meridians to stimulate Relieve many common ailments, including insomnia “In this book, I have compiled this qigong routine from my more than fifty years of practicing and teaching experiences,” Dr. Yang writes. “I sincerely hope that Meridian Qigong Exercises are able to inspire you and make your life healthier.”
£29.74
YMAA Publication Center The Judo Advantage: Controlling Movement with
Book SynopsisThe Judo Advantage explores the dynamics of how and why the human body works most efficiently for throwing, submission, and pinning techniques. Although judo provides the basis for the author’s analysis, his insights also relate to other grappling sports such as Russian sambo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and Olympic and collegiate wrestling. You will learn how to Gain a competitive edge using the principles of human biomechanics. Master the ability to control your opponent’s movements. Improve fluency for seamless transition between techniques. Generate incredible power and speed. This book features: In-depth analysis of stances, balance breaking, throws, takedowns, transitions, ground fighting, trapping, footwork, combinations, gripping, posting, linear and angular movement, torque, generating power, evading, generating force, changing directions, and stability Over 200 action photos Drills and winning insight for coaches and athletes of grappling arts Steve Scott merges traditional martial wisdom with modern kinesiology, the study of human anatomy and movement. This new biomechanical perspective helps competitors develop every facet of their grappling skill, giving them a clear advantage in controlling opponents.
£24.29
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Skippers Medical Emergency Handbook
Book SynopsisThe Skipper''s Medical Emergency Handbook is designed to assist all who go to sea - whether on a day excursion, a holiday cruise or an even longer trip. This essential book provides practical advice, boosts confidence and helps you to solve problems and minimise danger for all on board. Written by two medical experts and hugely experienced sailors, this third edition has been thoroughly updated throughout in line with new practices, procedures and treatments, reflecting the ever-evolving practice of medicine in the 21st century. It includes the latest developments in the treatment of medical conditions, and also the latest improvements in the emergency treatment of trauma.Step-by-step instructions, explanatory illustrations and flow charts create an essential at-a-glance reference on how to prevent, treat and care for the sick and injured at sea. There is clear advice on pre-voyage preparations, establishing emergency procedures, first response and asseTrade ReviewIf you take only one medical handbook on board, make it this one. It has been carefully thought through and is presented logically in an at-a-glance format that would be quick and easy to use in a crisis, with plenty of diagrams and flow charts to help. * Yachting World *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Preparation 2. Emergency care: How to save and preserve life 3. Trauma and accidents 4. Medical disorders 5. Emergency medical procedures Appendices Index
£18.00
Lonely Planet Global Limited Lonely Planet Best Bike Rides New Zealand
Book SynopsisLonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard.From rail trails to coastal pathways we cover the country with easy-to-follow trails for cyclists and E-bike riders.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand Travel Guide:Colour maps (including elevation charts) and images throughoutSpecial features - on New Zealand's highlights for cyclist, kid-friendly rides, accessible trails and what to takeOur Picks… section helps you plan your trip and select rides that appeal to your interestsRegion profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include: Marlborough, Bay of Islands, Akaroa, West Coast, Central Plateau, Milford Sound, Waiheke Island, Kaikoura, Mackenzie Country, Waitomo Caves, Canterbury, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and moreEssential info at your fingertips - ride itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about ride duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations (including bike rental options) and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)Over 48 mapsThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand, our most comprehensive guide to riding in New Zealand, is perfect for those planning to explore New Zealand on two wheels.Looking for more information on New Zealand? Check out Lonely Planet's New Zealand guide for a comprehensive look at what the country has to offer.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)
£14.39
Pitch Publishing Ltd Tears at La Bombonera: Stories from a Six-Year
Book SynopsisTears at La Bombonera is author Christopher Hylland's six-year journey living, working and travelling through South America - where football is a way of life. From Buenos Aires to Colombia's Caribbean coast, and back again, Hylland experiences the history and fanaticism at some of South America's football clubs along the way. Football is a global language, and he shares the stories and experiences from the terraces. It's a place where what happens on the pitch can rank low in terms of quality, but means so much off of it; where everything else, most notably the culture of the game, is unrivalled. Hundreds of thousands of football-mad visitors flock to South America every season. To the iconic stadia such as La Bombonera and Maracana; to lower division teams in the shadows of some of the world's poorest slums and favelas. Tears at La Bombonera is a book rich in human interest, including the author's own personal experience of adapting to a new continent and way of life.
£16.99
Abrams Lucha Libre
Book Synopsis An illustrated historic and cultural dive into the world of Mexico’s most beloved sportOver the decades, lucha libre has become a symbol of Mexico, transcending the nation’s borders. Halfway between sport and religion, this synthesis of Hispanic, Aztec, European, and American represents the quintessence of Mexican culture. The luchador is a living god, and products in his image are idolized like sacred relics. A symbol of urban working-class culture, the significance of lucha libre is massive. In this bilingual book, the best Mexican specialists analyze all facets of the phenomenon: the history and roots of the sport, the most important luchadores, the way the world of Mexican wrestling is organized, the history and practice of female wrestling, the meaning of the masks and costume, and lucha libre’s influence in worldwide pop culture.Artes de México is a magazine with 28 years of experience that promotes a
£20.00
Headline Publishing Group MotoGP: The Illustrated History 2023
Book SynopsisThe daring exploits of motorcycle race legends Valentino Rossi, Barry Sheene, Casey Stoner and John Surtees are all gloriously celebrated in MotoGP: The Illustrated History.Updated for 2023 and packed with more than 150 stunning photographs, this authoritative and long-overdue illustrated history celebrates high performance motorbike racing since the start of the world championship in 1949.Each racing decade is dissected and discussed, as are the big incidents, top personalities and technological innovations. To complete the book, motorcycle racing's greatest names – including John Surtees, Giacomo Agostini, Kenny Roberts, Valentino Rossi, Casey Stoner and Marc Marquez – provide exclusive personal insights and accounts of what it is like to race at speeds of 200mph. MotoGP: The Illustrated History is a unique book which brilliantly conveys the exhilarating spirit of this stunning sport.Table of ContentsIntroduction • 1949-1958 Birth of the Series (Interviews with Geoff Duke and John Surtees) • 1959-1968 Japan and the First Golden Age (Interviews with Giacomo Agostini and Jim Redman) • 1969-1978 The Two-Stroke Takeover (interviews with Phil Read and Kenny Roberts) • 1979-1988 The Rooster-Tail Americans Hit Town (interviews with Wayne Gardner and Wayne Rainey) • 1989-1998 Beyond the Golden Age (interviews with Kevin Schwantz and Mick Doohan) • 1999-2013 The Return of the Four-Strokes (interviews with Valentino Rossi and Casey Stoner) • 2014-2022 Good Times, Tough Times • MotoGP records.
£24.00
Harvey Map Services Ltd Wales Coast Path 3: Cardigan to Llanelli
Book SynopsisThe Wales Coast Path is a 1400km (870mile) long distance path along the entire coastline of Wales, from Chester in the north to Chepstow in the South. - The entire route on 4 maps - this is map 3 - Map 3 shows Cardigan to Llanelli, 398 km (248 miles) in length including the Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail . - A good two weeks' walking on one map - Information on accomodation and services - Lightweight, detailed, clear and easy to read - Printed on tough 100% waterproof, tearproof paper - GPS compatible
£15.68
G2 Entertainment Ltd The The Real Footy Fans Quiz Book: 2023
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£7.50
Grange Communications Ltd The Official Wales Football Association A3 Calendar: 2024
The Official Wales Football Association A3 Wall Calendar 2024. This 100% officially licensed Football Club calendar is beautifully designed and printed on high quality paper. Month to a page, full colour photos.
£9.64
Orion Publishing Co Angels With Dirty Faces
Book Synopsis''ABSORBING'' Guardian''ENTHRALLING'' New Statesman''EPIC'' Evening Standard''INESCAPABLE'' The Sunday Times''MAGISTERIAL'' Irish ExaminerFully revised and updated, the definitive history of Argentinian football from the award-winning author of Inverting the PyramidAlfredo Di Stefano, Diego Maradona, Gabriel Batistua, Juan Roman Riquelme, Lionel Messi... Argentina has produced some of the greatest footballers of all time. But the rich, volatile history of Argentinian football is made up of both the sublime and the ruthlessly pragmatic. Jonathan Wilson, having lived in Buenos Aires, is ideally placed to chart the sport''s development in a country that, perhaps more than any other, lives and breathes football, its theories and its myths.Fully revised and updated, this new edition looks at the contrasting evolution of Argentinian football over thTrade Review'Wilson, as you would expect from the author of several important books on football history and tactics, goes far deeper than the stereotype ... fine-grained and often original research . . . as a writer who knows and appreciates Argentina, he is prepared to take on the more demanding task of telling the story in parallel with that of the country's turbulent political and social evolution . . . densely detailed but absorbing book' -- Richard Williams * GUARDIAN *'Ambitious . . . [Wilson] has a fine eye for detail and a solid grasp of the big picture. He writes confidently about the sport, including tactics and strategies, but also about social and political questions . . . A sprawling, vibrant book about soccer in Argentina, a country where the sport is every bit as important and reflective of the society as it is anywhere in the world' * KIRKUS REVIEWS *'From Alfredo Di Stefano to Lionel Messi, Argentine football get the Jonathan Wilson treatment in this exhaustive, illuminating history. HBO could make this into a series' * SPORT *'Jonathan Wilson's INVERTING THE PYRAMID is easily the best game about soccer I've ever read, atreatise on tactics that's worth a hundred dismal 'autobiographies'. Now Wilson has turned his considerable powers to one country and its obsession with the game: ANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES. It's a history of Argentina as reflected in the sport, and how life in Argentina has been reflected in the sport . . . This is the kind of book you don't see too often, an attempt to use a broad canvas and to include detail far beyond team sheets and scorelines . . . Conceiving of and writing a book like this is an achievement in and of itself' -- Michael Moynihan * IRISH EXAMINER *'Wilson is one of soccer's most respected historians and anoraks and here he delivers the definitive history of the beautiful game in Argentina' -- Mark Keane * IRISH DAILY MAIL *'Wilson is a cerebral and knowledgeable sports journalist . . . and what he gives us in ANGELS WITH DIRTY FACES is not just a history of the game in Argentina, but also an exhaustive account of all the cultural, social and political context in which moments such as the country's World Cup victories in 1978 and 1986 took place ... the extraordinary attention to detail will reward the dedicated reader as he serves up reams of entertaining titbits, involving one-handed strikers, buried chickens and plenty more, alongside serious consideration of the junta's reign of terror and other instances of Argentine discord' * CATHOLIC HERALD *'Jonathan Wilson's enthralling and often disturbing history of Argentinian football . . . Wilson, one of the best of a new generation of football writers eager to to emphasise the bigger picture, untangles the social, economic and political narratives . . . He offers a nuanced examination of the extraordinary talents of Maradona and Lionel Messi, "the all-time great who never played at home". He deconstructs the Anglocentric interpretations of both 1966 and 1986 . . . Wilson's vignettes of former legends are well observed . . . The author is at his best when he is dissecting Argentinian football's idealised, aesthetically pleasing past, the psychodrama of its modern game, and its chequered football history' -- Anthony Clavane * NEW STATESMAN *Immensely readable and wonderfully researched history of a nation and its long-term love for the beautiful game . . . after reading this excellent history, you'll be convinced that it won't be long before they add to their two World Cup titles * THE PINK *The definitive history of Argentinian football -- Barry Glendenning * THE GUARDIAN *Epic in sweep ... a history of Argentinian football that is also a truly magnificent history of that country ... an unfailingly fascinating read * EVENING STANDARD Books of the Year 2016 *'In its expression of ruined promise, domestic football in Argentina has mirrored the country's social, financial and political life. Three of the greatest of all footballers (Alfredo Di Stefano, Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi) inherited the fire, passion and trickery of their native game in Argentina and all went on to spend their best years in Europe. An inescapable sense of regret and decay pervades this thorough and evocative chronicle' -- Nick Pitt * THE SUNDAY TIMES Best Sports Books of 2016 *Immensely readable and wonderfully-researched history of a nation and its long-term love for the beautiful game * BIRMINGHAM POST *This is a huge, magisterial study of Argentinian football and the culture and violence that informs it ... The country has lurched from one coup to the next, Juan Peron looms large in Wilson's story. He writes movingly about the dirty war that went on in the background to the country's World Cup triumph, and shares laugh-out-loud yarns from its 1986 World Cup victory -- Richard Fitzpatrick * IRISH EXAMINER *For unpicking what it is about Argentine football that appeals and appals in almost equal measure read Angels with Dirty Faces by Jonathan Wilson, one of those writers who writes about the familiar in the most unfamiliar of ways -- Mark Perryman * PHILOSOPHY FOOTBALL *This enthralling socio-political account of a football-obsessed nation illuminates on many levels -- Antony Clavane, author of A Yorkshire Tragedy * DAILY GAZETTE *
£13.49
Alpina, Editorial, S.L. Valle de Benasque / Aneto / Maladeta / Posets /
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£17.67
Viera Stolarikova Pocket Tennis Psychology
Book SynopsisThis book is designed to help you rise in the mental game of tennis. Come and discover the uniqueness in yourself as a player. I.A.M. Tennis - Instant Anger Management in Tennis is a unique system which supports your abilities and takes your game to the next level. You will learn how to control your emotions and have advantage ahead of the competition. I.A.M. Tennis means that you can see it immediately, whenever you need. Customise your game & determine your results by controlling internal balance in an easy and incredibly efficient way. Advanced mental coaching is specially crafted to be fitted for your skills. It is you who determines your game, your effort, your health. It is you who has control over your freedom. All you have to do is put this book into your pocket and enjoy the next best shot!
£18.88
Bloomsbury USA 1923
Book SynopsisTrade Review[a] fascinating and often touching book… Wonderful * The Times *An absorbing mix of historical sleuthing and travel writing * The Telegraph *Spellbinding * Daily Mail *A captivating journey of discovery into a lost world. A real joy to read. * Tom McTague *Witty, discursive, and tons of fun, Ned Boulting has the Tour de France under his skin, and you will too by the time you've read this * Al Murray, comedian, author and presenter of history podcast, We Have Ways of Making You Talk *Ned's captivating book explores one man's obsession with this magnificent event and casts an intriguing light on a tiny fragment of a race long gone by * Alexei Sayle *Ned has created a rich tapestry from the finest of threads ... I felt transported back with him to the very origins of bike racing and the world that created it * David Millar *one of the most intelligent sporting books i have come across…the writing is compulsive, eloquently conveying the twists and turns of the story as it unfolds…excellent -- thewashingmachinepostThere has never been a cycling book quite like this one. A scrap of newsreel film, a century old and two and a half minutes long, sweeps Ned Boulting back not just into the world of a forgotten hero of the Tour de France but into the forces that shaped that world: a collision of sport, war, family and destiny. And as he searches for the tiniest clues among the faded celluloid shadows, he carries us along with him, making us his companions on a remarkable mission of rediscovery * Richard Williams, music and sports journalist *Delightful -- Dara Ó Briain * Twitter *utterly captivating…an amazing concept and a truly fascinating adventure into cycling, history and people… a truly addictive read. * Cyclist *Beginning with a fragment of a century-old race, Ned has written a ‘biography of the unknown rider’. And in honouring him he’s told us more about bike racing, the Tour and about Europe in the years between the wars than we’d ever have learned from a book about a star * Michael Hutchinson, racing cyclist and writer *This is a wonderful piece of writing that transcends sport. -- New EuropeanBoulting’s enthusiasm for the footage is catching. [He] is a sympathetic writer and an extremely knowledgeable historian. -- Times Literary SupplementWitty, discursive, and tons of fun, Ned Boulting has the Tour De France under his skin, and you will too by the time you read this -- Al MurrayAn engaging melange of sports writing, history, travelogue and detective story... Fascinating * Waterstones *An exceptional book * Pez Cycling News *A great example of what constitutes the best longform writing about sport -- The New EuropeanA reminder that bike racing is inextricably bound to the history, characters and contours of its surroundings. * Cyclist *Table of Contents1. Looking 2. Falling 3. Moving Postscript Further Reading Index
£18.04
Verso Books A Philosophy of Walking
Book SynopsisBy walking, you escape from the very idea of identity, the temptation to be someone, to have a name and a history ... The freedom in walking lies in not being anyone; for the walking body has no history, it is just an eddy in the stream of immemorial life.In A Philosophy of Walking, a bestseller in France, leading thinker Frédéric Gros charts the many different ways we get from A to B-the pilgrimage, the promenade, the protest march, the nature ramble-and reveals what they say about us. Gros draws attention to other thinkers who also saw walking as something central to their practice. On his travels he ponders Thoreau's eager seclusion in Walden Woods; the reason Rimbaud walked in a fury, while Nerval rambled to cure his melancholy. He shows us how Rousseau walked in order to think, while Nietzsche wandered the mountainside to write. In contrast, Kant marched through his hometown every day, exactly at the same hour, to escape the compulsion of thought. Brilliant and erudite, A Philosophy of Walking is an entertaining and insightful manifesto for putting one foot in front of the other.Trade Review"Resolving to take more walks in the new year might sound like promising to take more naps--choosing idleness over work. But a lot of clever people don't see it that way [...] Frédéric Gros asks why so many of our most productive writers and philosophers--Rousseau, Kant, Rimbaud, Robert Louis Stevenson, Nietzsche, Jack Kerouac--have also been indefatigable walkers." -- Christopher Caldwell * Financial Times *A passionate affirmation of the simple life, and joy in simple things. And it's beautifully written: clear, simple, precise. -- Carole Cadwalladr * Observer *Poignant life-stories ... are interspersed with the author's own meditations on walking... In the way a landscape is gradually absorbed by the long-distance rambler they steadily build into an insistent exhortation: get up, get out and walk! * Independent *Impressive. * Telegraph *"Life-affirming stuff." * National Geographic Traveller *"Philosopher Gros ponders walking, that most mundane mode of transportation or exercise, elevating it to its rightful place in inspiring creativity, evoking freedom, and quieting a troubled soul." * Booklist *"This elegant book inspires consideration of an oft-overlooked subject." * Publisher's Weekly *This short, simple and profound book... will be read and re-read. * Times Higher Education *Frédéric Gros asks why so many of our most productive writers and philosophers - Rousseau, Kant, Rimbaud, Robert Louis Stevenson, Nietzsche, Jack Kerouac - have also been indefatigable walkers . there are certain magical things that happen on the trail, and Gros is familiar with them. He thinks like a hiker. * Financial Times *An admirable little book which will delight even the most sedentary. * Le Monde *An unclassifiable book in which ideas are illuminated by the bright light of the morning. * L’Express *Unpretentious and refreshing. -- Jonathon Sturgeon * Flavorwire *A long walk, Gros suggests, allows us to commune with the sublime. * New York Times *Celebrates the liberation of the mind that comes with walking, especially in natural areas: I hike, therefore, I am. -- Matt Jaffe
£9.99
John Wiley & Sons Inc Rugby For Dummies
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Rugby: Roots, Boots, and All 5 Chapter 1: Rugby’s Beginnings, Allure, and a Basic Overview 7 Chapter 2: The Basics 17 Chapter 3: Grab Your Rugby Gear 31 Part 2: Getting Down and Dirty 41 Chapter 4: Location, Location, Location: Positions on the Pitch 43 Chapter 5: Laying Down the Laws 61 Chapter 6: Understanding the Fundamentals 71 Chapter 7: Playing the Game 91 Chapter 8: The Art of Scrummaging 107 Chapter 9: Lineouts: Restarting from Touch 119 Chapter 10: Individual Skills 135 Chapter 11: Tactics and Teamwork 157 Part 3: Welcome to the Oval Planet 175 Chapter 12: The World Cup 177 Chapter 13: The International Calendar 195 Chapter 14: North American Rugby 209 Chapter 15: Amateur Rugby in North America 225 Chapter 16: Collegiate, High School, and Youth Rugby in North America 233 Part 4: Coaching and Refereeing 243 Chapter 17: Coaching 245 Chapter 18: Coaching Certification and Advancement 257 Chapter 19: Managing the Game: The Referee 265 Part 5: Following the Game: The Informed Fan 273 Chapter 20: Get Your Game: Rugby on TV 275 Chapter 21: Spectating and Staying in Touch with Rugby News 283 Part 6: The Part of Tens 295 Chapter 22: The Ten (or So) Greatest North American Men 297 Chapter 23: The Ten (or So) Greatest North American Women 305 Chapter 24: The Ten Best Rugby Moments 311 Glossary 319 Index 327
£16.14
Cercle d'art Car Racing 1970
Book SynopsisThis sixth opus in the Car Racing series continues to delve into the archives of the DPPI photographic agency, coming up with an impressive selection of shots, most of them previously unpublished, unusual or particularly striking. Dedicated to the 1970 motorsport season, this volume offers readers total immersion in a bygone era, when photographers were in the thick of things, mere centimetres from the drivers and their cars. In this volume, a sign of the times, an increasing number of the selected pictures are in colour. The 250 photographs and six thrilling stories bring to life the atmosphere of a year that saw many triumphs — and tragedies — including the posthumously awarded title of Jochen Rindt, François Cevert’s Formula 1 debut, Porsche’s first ever victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the onsite shooting of Le Mans with Steve McQueen, and a last tribute to Bruce McLaren. Text in English and French.
£93.50
Pod Climbing Tarragona Climbs
Book SynopsisThis is the 3rd edition of the best-selling Lleida Climbs selective guidebook to one of the finest sport climbing venues in Europe: the Catalan province of Lleida in Northeast Spain.
£34.16
Headline Publishing Group The Wall of Winnipeg and Me
Book SynopsisIf you loved From Lukov with Love - the sensational TikTok hit that captivates readers all over the world - then you don''t want to miss any of Mariana''s unique romances. No one writes slow burn like Mariana Zapata and her millions of fans agree! ''Everything Mariana writes is pure gold, and I credit her for my undying love of some of my favorite tropes: slow-burn, enemies to lovers, and grumpy/sunshine...Mariana is an absolute rockstar and a true gift to romance readers everywhere!'' - Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis''When I need a guaranteed five-star, slow burn romance, I pick up Mariana Zapata every time.'' - #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Tessa Bailey''An absolute binge-compelling, subtle, sweet and unforgettable-Zapata brings the heady, dizzy rush of the slow fall into love to the pages of The Wall of Winnipeg and Me. Winnipeg is so much more than a slow burn, a sports story, or a grumpy/sunshine delight-it''s all of those things rolled into an unputdownable feast of romance.'' - Sierra Simone, USA Today bestselling author of Priest and Misadventures of a Curvy Girl.........................................Vanessa Mazur knows she''s doing the right thing. She shouldn''t feel bad for quitting. Being an assistant/housekeeper/fairy godmother to the top defensive end in the National Football Organization was always supposed to be temporary. She has plans and none of them include washing extra-large underwear longer than necessary.But when Aiden Graves shows up at her door wanting her to come back, she''s beyond shocked.For two years, the man known as The Wall of Winnipeg couldn''t find it in him to tell her good morning or congratulate her on her birthday. Now? He''s asking for the unthinkable.What do you say to the man who is used to getting everything he wants?More dazzling praise for The Wall of Winnipeg and Me:''A seriously addictive slow burn romance. This book was seriously perfect.'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''This one just really hit the spot for me. Great characters, slow burn romance, funny interactions, and when the heat finally hits, it''s delicious. I read straight through the night and have thought about Aidan all day'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I laughed. I cried. I laughed some more. I cried even harder. I swooned and cried some more . . . This author has giving me back my love for reading and I couldn''t thank her enough'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''The character development and the build of the relationship between these two were done perfectly. It was all just beautiful'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''I really enjoyed this slow burn romance. . . The payoff was perfect - I constantly had a cheesy grin on my face. The characters, the story, it was all simply wonderful'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Slow burn. So good. Didn''t want it to end. What a romance!'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review........................................Want more of Mariana''s delicious slow burn? Why not start with her sensational hit, From Lukov with Love! And don''t miss any of her romances beloved by millions of readers!When Gracie Met the GrumpDear AaronLingusRhythm, Chord & MalykhinThe Best ThingUnder LockeKultiWait for ItLuna and the LieHands DownAll Rhodes Lead Here
£11.04
John Wiley & Sons Inc Power Boating For Dummies
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting On the Right Boating Track 7 Chapter 1: Powering Up to Be a Boater 9 Chapter 2: Choosing the Right Boat Type and Engine for Your Boating Needs 21 Chapter 3: Finding and Buying the Right Boat for You 41 Chapter 4: Accessorizing Your Boat for Safety and Fun 67 Part 2: Safely Operating Your Boat 83 Chapter 5: Towing Your Boat and Maintaining Your Trailer 85 Chapter 6: Launching and Loading Your Trailered Boat 101 Chapter 7: Hitting the Open Water: Driving Your Boat 129 Chapter 8: Docking, Rafting Up, and Anchoring 147 Chapter 9: Finding a Safe Harbor for Your Boat 167 Part 3: With Much Boating Fun Comes Much Responsibility 189 Chapter 10: Rules Do Apply: Navigating to Avoid Collisions and Confusion 191 Chapter 11: Finding Your Way on the Water 207 Chapter 12: Navigating Bad Weather 229 Chapter 13: Preparing for and Handling Boating Emergencies 247 Part 4: Keeping Your Boat Shipshape 267 Chapter 14: Keeping Up with Routine Boat Maintenance 269 Chapter 15: Getting Your Boat Ready for Winter and Spring 295 Chapter 16: Repairing Leaks and Other Damage to Your Boat 303 Part 5: The Part of Tens 325 Chapter 17: Ten Tactics That Separate Pros from Amateurs 327 Chapter 18: Ten Important Items to Keep Onboard 335 Chapter 19: Ten (Plus Two) Mechanical Checks for Buying a Pre-Owned Boat 341 Index 349
£18.39
Ebury Publishing Growing Wings
Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''A well-paced romp through Red Bull''s history and, while there will doubtlessly one day be a book five times as thick listing every detail of the team''s time in F1, it''s unlikely to be as readable and enjoyable as Ben Hunt''s achievement. A genuine page-turner'' AutosportIntrigue, high-stakes machinations and adrenaline-fuelled track action Growing Wings is the never-before-told inside story of how the grid's most fascinating, swagger-rich and win-at-all-costs team competed their way to total domination and disrupted Formula One's world order.With exclusive access to Red Bull''s inner sanctum, but maintaining journalistic independence, leading F1 writer Ben Hunt probes the operations of a world-beating Formula One team over its eventful twenty-year history, from the rivalries, turbulence and controversy, to the game-changing tech and the leadership strategies. He also talks to the drivers themselves, including Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel, for a fascinating insight into the mindset of motorsport athletes through success, risk and challenge.Endorsed with a foreword by Team Principal Christian Horner, but maintaining journalistic independence, this thrilling, frank and unvarnished account of how the paddock's loudest upstarts achieved team alchemy with the promotion of a driver called Max Verstappen, shows you what it looks like to go, learn, go again, tweak, test and ultimately outplay the competition in a way never before seen in Formula One.
£20.90
Penguin Books Ltd Watford Forever
Book SynopsisThe Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year A Times Book of the Year A Financial Times Book of the YearA Guardian Book of the YearA New Statesman Book of the Year''The heartwarming story of the collaboration and friendship between English football's oddest couple, Elton John and Graham Taylor'' The Times '' A wonderful, feel-good account of an ultimately English provincial story'' Simon Kuper_____________________ An unforgettable British underdog story from one of our greatest narrative nonfiction writers, John Preston, and the international musical icon and bestselling author, Sir Elton John.Britain in the 1970s was beset by unrest and unemployment, as inflation soared, fuel was scarce, and hooliganism was on the rise. And for Watford FC, the outlook was even gloomier. Rundown and rat-infested, Watford were an ailing side with holes in their kit and barelyTrade ReviewIf John Preston hasn’t already sold the film rights to this book, he surely will soon. Watford Forever is the heartwarming story of the collaboration and friendship between English football’s oddest couple, Elton John and Graham Taylor -- Robert Crampton * The Times *A wonderful, feel-good account of an ultimately English provincial story -- Simon Kuper * The Spectator *A rollicking period tale of footballing success . . . Watford Forever teems with unforgettable images . . . from first to last, this is an ever-entertaining telling of a remarkable sporting fairy-tale -- Declan Ryan * Daily Telegraph *Entwining sport, music and social history, the absorbing Watford Forever is masterfully judged, saccharine-free, true-life fairy tale, which showcases another side of Elton John -- John Aizlewood * iNews *A warm and redemptive tale . . . packed with anecdotes, moments that skewer the times with economy and prevision. Plus endless laugh-out-loud yarns…as Preston tells [Elton John and Graham Taylor’s] story, it rattles along at page-turning pace….it reads, indeed, like the script of a movie -- Jim White * Independent *It is hard to read Watford Forever without becoming overwhelmingly nostalgic . . . Preston burrows to the heart of what for a while Watford got so right -- Simon Burnton * Observer *John bought his beloved Watford FC when it was near the bottom of English football, then carried it to glory in alliance with manager Graham Taylor — his polar opposite. The rock star collaborated with Preston, a skilled and versatile writer, for this English-odd-couple feelgood story * Financial Times *The original football fairytale of a small club rising from the bottom to the top * Watford Observer *You don't have to be a Watford fan to enjoy this terrific book. It is about much more than the unlikely friendship between one of the most famous stars on the planet, who as a boy had loved being taken to Watford matches by his distant father, and the fiercely ambitious son of a sports editor who wanted, in his managerial achievements, to make up for an undistinguished playing career * Daily Mail *
£20.90
Sunflower Books Western Provence Sunflower Walking Guide: 76 long
Book SynopsisThe go-to Western Provence walking guide for over 30 years. Strap on your boots and discover Western Provence on foot with the Sunflower Languedoc-Roussillon and Western Provence 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 Western Provence guide is indispensable for hiking in Western Provence or seeing Western Provence by car. We cover an area beginning at Aix-en-Provence, heading west via the Lubéron and Mont Ventoux to the great Roman cities and the Pont du Gard. We travel north to the Ardèche, the Tarn and the Cirque de Navacelles and south through Hérault to Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi, crossing the Corbières and the Land of the Cathars to the foot of Canigou, holy mountain of the Pyrenees. These are not tough GR routes, but mostly circular treks suitable for moderately fit people. Inside the Sunflower Western Provence guide book you’ll find: 76 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 12 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 Whether you decide to tour Western Provence by car or explore on foot we look forward to showing you around.
£14.44
Cicerone Press Everest: A Trekker's Guide: Base Camp, Kala
Book SynopsisEverest has an eternal appeal for mountain lovers and the classic trek to Everest Base Camp is high on the bucket-list of many trekkers. This guidebook covers the most popular route in the Khumbu Valley, from Lukla via Namche Bazaar and Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, the best viewpoint for Everest. It also describes the classic route from Jiri to Lukla taken by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary, as well as a trek north to Gokyo with its spectacular lakes and the peak of Gokyo Ri. Finally, the Three Passes Trek, also starting in Namche, links the region's major passes and valleys.The guidebook includes suggestions for side trips and time spent in Namche Bazaar, Pangboche, Dingboche and Gokyo, as well as one trek approaching Everest from Tibet – from Kharta to the Kangshung Face.It is packed with essential advice on trekking in the Himalayas, including planning and preparation, trekking formalities, health and acclimatisation, as well as notes on culture and the fascinating history of the region, making this a complete guide to exploring the area.
£19.51
Workman Publishing 101 Western Dressage Exercises for Horse & Rider
Book SynopsisThis series of Western Dressage exercises are designed to improve suppleness, balance in movement, and responsiveness. Each exercise has a specific goal in mind, and they are organized by different areas of focus: softness, looseness, rider development, engagement, adjustability, and ground work. With illustrated step-by-step instructions and full arena diagrams, you’ll quickly be on your way to mastering this exciting discipline.
£22.50
Pan Macmillan On Days Like These
Book SynopsisMartin O'Neill began his career in Northern Ireland, winning the Irish Cup with Distillery. He then joined Nottingham Forest, playing under the legendary Brian Clough, with whom he won back-to-back European Cups in 1979 and 1980. O'Neill went on to play for Norwich City, Manchester City and Notts County. He represented Northern Ireland sixty-four times and captained the side at the 1982 World Cup.O'Neill moved into management and took the helm at Grantham Town, Wycombe Wanderers, Norwich City, Leicester City, Celtic, Aston Villa, Sunderland and Nottingham Forest. He guided Leicester City back to the Premier League and twice won the League Cup. He led Celtic to seven trophies and to the 2003 UEFA Cup final. And his stint in charge of Aston Villa saw them achieve three consecutive top six Premier League finishes and reach the 2010 League Cup final.He became Republic of Ireland manager in 2013 and beat reigning world champions Germany in the process of qualifying for thTrade ReviewEntertaining . . . An extraordinary career * Guardian *Every word of it is his . . . full of vim. Not to mention tales of conflict * Daily Telegraph *Brilliant . . . an entertaining read filled with fascinating stories, biting humour and searing honesty * The Belfast Telegraph *This fascinating biography does not disappoint * Choice *You'll never get your head out of this . . . The stories are fantastic -- John Motson, legendary football commentator
£11.69
The Crowood Press Ltd Is My Horse in Pain
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£18.00
Globe Pequot The Greatest Golf Stories Ever Told
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£14.99
Pillar Box Red Publishing Ltd The Champions League Classic Kits
Book SynopsisOne of the most iconic sporting competitions in existence, The Champions League is synonymous not only with showcasing some of the greatest ever players and games in world football, but also with producing some of the greatest shirts to have ever graced the game. The football shirt itself has developed from a show of support to being an everyday fashion item, with different styles and patterns getting all football fans excited about the variety their club has showcased over the years. Classic football kits have a way of reminding fans of memorable moments, seasons and trophies that form their chosen club’s rich history and footballing identity.
£16.19
Boston Mills Press Temagami: A Wilderness Paradise
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£22.46
Pitch Publishing Ltd Snooker's Bad Boys: The Feuds, Fist Fights and
Book SynopsisSnooker's Bad Boys takes us back to a time when snooker players were better paid than footballers and lived like rock stars. It looks at the feuds, fist fights, fixes and playboys who put the sport on the front and back pages of the national press - as told by those who were there. The Daily Telegraph wrote in 1986: 'Infidelity, wife desertion, murmurs of arranged matches and hints of betting coups... bad management and players' back-street behaviour is killing the game.' The truth was the public always wanted to know what Alex Higgins, Jimmy White and other bad boys of the green baize might do next. Higgins was the original hellraiser and Snooker's Bad Boys features exclusive eyewitness accounts of his rise and fall, along with the troubles and triumphs of Jimmy White, Ronnie O'Sullivan and many other rogues who drank, gambled, partied and potted their way into the hearts of millions - from the sport's peak years in the 1980s up to the present day.
£15.29
Safari Press,U.S. Safari Press Collection 1985-2005
Book SynopsisSafari Press Limited Edition Collection 1985-2005
£9.86
ACC Art Books Ferrari: From Inside and Outside
Book Synopsis"The book provides a fresh take on the difference between the lived experience inside Ferrari and the perception from outside, combining intense scrutiny and global fan adulation." — Motorsport.com “The photographs in the book, reproduced with startling clarity while still maintaining a period-correct palette, are a joy to study, demonstrating with profound evidence the progression of the drivers, cars, and competition—as well as the photographers' techniques—through the decades” - Car and Driver "The book’s rich visual history and detailed descriptions make it a must-have for any Ferrari enthusiast... ." — Global Village Space "Beautiful photography is a great way to focus on Ferrari racing, from early Grand Prix to present-day Formula 1." — Car and Driver "A must-have book for the Ferrari fan." — Antique & Collectors Trader "...simply oozes the Ferrari mystique from every page. Even though I've loved Ferrari for decades, reading this book was like falling in love with Ferrari all over again for the very first time. Yes, no question, it's a must-have Ferrari book." — Prancing Horse Magazine Ferrari is the beating heart of the global sporting phenomenon that is Formula 1. Its founder, Enzo Ferrari, was born on the racetrack as a competition driver before he became a creator of mythical road cars. No other team can inspire the passion or match the stories of triumph and tragedy. Rainer Schlegelmilch and Ercole Colombo are two of Formula 1’s most legendary photographers. They covered the sport from the 1960s onwards, with amazing access inside the Scuderia. Here, for the first time, they come together to pay tribute to Formula 1’s most iconic team. Ferrari: From Inside and Outside features contributions from iconic figures including Piero Ferrari, Luca di Montezemolo, Stefano Domenicali, Jean Todt and legendary designer Mauro Forghieri. The book is edited by internationally celebrated Formula 1 commentator and Michael Schumacher’s biographer, James Allen. Trade Review"The book provides a fresh take on the difference between the lived experience inside Ferrari and the perception from outside, combining intense scrutiny and global fan adulation." - Motorsport.com"The book’s rich visual history and detailed descriptions make it a must-have for any Ferrari enthusiast, while its focus on design and engineering makes it an informative resource for anyone interested in automotive design." - Global Village Space"Beautiful photography is a great way to focus on Ferrari racing, from early Grand Prix to present-day Formula 1." - Car and Driver"A must-have book for the Ferrari fan." - Antique & Collectors Trader"Before I knew them, before my professional experience in F1 began, I was watching F1 through their eyes. They became very important people in the world of F1, through the fact that they were always able to capture the right moment with the right tension that you can feel also from looking at a picture." - F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, Motorsport.com"Motorsport Images launched their new Ferrari book at the Iconic Images gallery last week. The new book published by ACC Art Books in collaboration with Motorsport Images celebrates the work of F1 photographers Rainer Schlegelmilch and Ercole Colombo." - Photo Archive News"Matter of style: in the fast lane." - Bal Harbour Magazine"In the book, these people personally remember their time in the highest motorsport class in the world. This successfully complements the book with personal stories." - autobuch.guru"With director Michael Mann’s Enzo Ferrari biopic generating plenty of buzz before it hits theatres in December, the history of Italian Formula 1 racing is having a moment — which makes now the perfect time to peek inside Ferrari: From Inside and Outside from Michael Schumacher’s biographer James Allen." - InsideHook"Frozen in time: the fire and fury of Ferrari." - New European"...simply oozes the Ferrari mystique from every page. Even though I've loved Ferrari for decades, reading this book was like falling in love with Ferrari all over again for the very first time. Yes, no question, it's a must-have Ferrari book." - Prancing Horse Magazine"What makes it special is that it is written by James Ellen, photographed by Rainer Schlegelmilch and Ercole Colombo. Racing enthusiasts will know these names...describes the racing history of Ferrari from 1960 to modern times. An exciting book not only for motorsport fans, very red dominant, and great stories." Translated from original spoken German - Michael Graul, editor-in-chief, Tweed Magazine"The beautifully reproduced images capture the lived experience within Ferrari with startling clarity and a period-correct palette." - Arts & Collections magazineTable of Contents6 Foreword by Piero Ferrari 8 Introduction 16 Rainer Schlegelmilch 20 Ercole Colombo 26 1960s 58 Mauro Forghieri 64 1970s 112 Luca di Montezemolo 122 1980s 164 Jean Todt 170 1990s 212 Stefano Domenicali 216 2000s 270 Leo Turrini 274 2010s 296 Index
£48.00
Headline Publishing Group Formula One Circuits from Above
Book SynopsisExplore dozens of F1 race tracks - from legendary circuits to brand-new destinations - in high-definition satellite photography. From the glamour of Monaco and the brand-new Las Vegas strip, to the heritage of Silverstone and Monza, Formula One Circuits from Above showcases 27 legendary F1 race tracks as you''ve never seen them before. This stunning illustrated book highlights the signature properties of iconic circuits around the world in incredible detail, providing an unparalleled insight into the unique strengths and challenges of each.This revealing commentary is accompanied by fascinating text by bestselling F1 writer Bruce Jones on the history of each circuit, as well as the outstanding drivers and unforgettable moments that have defined them. Whether you''re a seasoned F1 fan or a newcomer to the sport, Formula One Circuits from Above captures all the colour, drama, history and excitement of Formula One.
£25.50
Northern Eye Books Coastal Pub Walks Cornwall
Book SynopsisOne of eight books in the popular South West Coast Path: Top 10 walks series. Handy, pocket-sized, full colour walking guides written by experts. The perfect impulse buy.
£6.99
