Sport Books
Pitch Publishing Ltd Outsiders
Book SynopsisOutsiders takes you on a whirlwind away-day' footballing tour across 46 stadiums in 29 cities. It provides a critical portrait of contemporary South American football, revealing how the experience of being a fan has changed over the last three decades and presenting a unique perspective on a continent that is crazy about football.
£13.49
Pitch Publishing Ltd A Celebration of AngloScottish Footballers
Book SynopsisA celebratory look at Anglo-Scottish footballers and the positive contributions they have made at English league clubs in domestic as well as European competitions. From medal winners at top-flight teams to cult heroes at Bournemouth, Burnley and Crystal Palace great Scots, great teams, great managers, we salute you all!
£21.25
Porter Press International Prodrive 40 Years of Success
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£35.10
Xian Goh Ltd Smooth
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£23.70
Pillar Box Red Publishing Ltd Match! Real Madrid Annual 2020
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£8.54
Cicerone Press Walking in the Peak District - White Peak East:
Book SynopsisA guidebook to 35 circular day walks and 7 longer trails exploring the eastern White Peak in the Peak District National Park. Covering Derbyshire and Staffordshire, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The day walks range in length from 7–19km (4–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–6 hours. The longer trails take between 5 hours and 3 days to complete, cover 15–70km (10–42 miles), and include the White Peak Circular and Monsal Trail. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information on refreshment and transport options Easy access from Bakewell, Buxton and Sheffield Part of a 2-volume Cicerone series on the White Peak Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Geology Plants and wildlife History Local communities Customs Peak District National Park Local services and transport The walks Responsible walking Maps and navigation Using this guide Northern section Walk 1 Bradwell to Offerton Walk 2 Hope to Shatton Walk 3 Longshaw to Curbar Gap Walk 4 Grindleford to White Edge Walk 5 Foolow to Wardlow Walk 6 Eyam to Abney Walk 7 Eyam to Grindleford Walk 8 Eyam Village Walk 9 Tideswell to Cressbrook Walk 10 Curbar to Gardom's Edge Walk 11 Calver to Hassop Walk 12 Calver to Great Longstone Walk 13 Taddington to Monsal Dale Walk 14 Chatsworth to Beeley Walk 15 Ashford in the Water to Monsal Head Walk 16 Bakewell to Chatsworth Walk 17 Bakewell to Monsal Head Walk 18 Bakewell to Over Haddon Walk 19 Monyash to Sheldon Walk 20 Rowsley to Birchover Southern section Walk 21 Youlgreave to Elton Walk 22 Middleton to Elton Walk 23 Middleton to Kenslow Knoll Walk 24 Winster to Bonsall Walk 25 Matlock to Dethick Walk 26 Biggin to Minninglow Walk 27 Cromford to Black Rock Walk 28 Cromford to Crich Walk 29 Middleton to Harboro Rocks Walk 30 Brassington to Kniveton Walk 31 Parwich to Alsop en le Dale Walk 32 Parwich to Tissington Walk 33 Wirksworth to Alport Height Walk 34 Tissington to Thorpe Cloud Walk 35 Ashbourne to Thorpe Long Walks and Trails Walk 36 Derwent Valley Heritage Way Walk 37 Eastern Gritstone Trail Walk 38 Limestone Way Walk 39 White Peak Circular White Peak Trails Walk 40 High Peak Trail Walk 41 Tissington Trail Walk 42 Monsal Trail Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful websites Appendix C Bibliography and further reading
£11.66
HarperCollins Publishers No Beast So Fierce
Book SynopsisThe deadliest animal of all time meets the world''s most legendary hunter in a classic battle between man and wild. But this pulse-pounding narrative is also a nuanced story of how colonialism and environmental destruction upset the natural order, placing man, tiger and nature on a collision course.In Champawat, India, circa 1900, a Bengal tigress was wounded by a poacher in the forests of the Himalayan foothills. Unable to hunt her usual prey, the tiger began stalking and eating an easier food source: human beings. Between 1900 and 1907, the Champawat Man-Eater, as she became known, emerged as the most prolific serial killer of human beings the world has ever known, claiming an astonishing 436 lives.Desperate for help, authorities appealed to renowned local hunter Jim Corbett, an Indian-born Brit of Irish descent, who was intimately familiar with the Champawat forest. Corbett, who would later earn fame and devote the latter part of his life to saving the Bengal tiger and its habitat, Trade ReviewPraise for No Beast So Fierce ‘Gripping … From 1900 to 1907, a female Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) killed hundreds of villagers in northern India and Nepal. This compelling account hinges on that grisly story, but digs deep into causation’ Nature ‘Thrilling … Fascinating … Exciting’ Wall Street Journal ‘Fascinating … Multilayered … A superb work of natural history’ Booklist, starred review ‘Riveting … A haunting tale’ Scientific American ‘A vivid portrait. … No Beast So Fierce excels as an intelligent social history and a gripping tale of life and death in the Himalayan foothills’ Minneapolis Star Tribune ‘A gripping page-turner that also conveys broader lessons about humanity's relationship with nature.’ Publisher’s Weekly ‘Huckelbridge details the surprisingly methodical and incredibly blood[y] machinations of … perhaps the most murderous non-human animal in recorded history’ Popular Science ‘[A] terrifying story. … [A] harrowing tale. … Takes readers on a fascinating journey through the natural history of a tiger’ Science News ‘A great tale and study of man versus beast, or rather, beast versus man. The seminal battle between Jim Corbett and the Champawat Tiger stands as an epic encounter of the ages. Dane Huckelbridge’s No Beast So Fierce will make you rethink your position in God’s universe—and on the food chain.’ Jim Defelice, #1 bestselling co-author of American Sniper ‘I had a feeling this book would hook me from the get-go. I was right. Dane Huckelbridge’s remarkable narrative … reveals the circumstances that cause tigers to stalk human prey as well as Corbett’s transformation into a conservationist and ardent champion for protecting the animals he once hunted.’ Michael Wallis, author of The Best Land Under Heaven
£9.49
L&L Pardey Publications Self Sufficient Sailor
Book SynopsisLin and Larry Pardeys hugely popular and encouraging book, the Self Sufficient Sailor, has been revitalised and expanded by over 40%. This has been an exciting project for me, said Lin, especially as I have spent much of the past two years voyaging through the western Pacific on a boat that has not only an engine, but much of the electronic gear Larry and I chose to sail without. This let me evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of what many folks call modern equipment. Better yet, it put me in touch with the people who are out cruising right now. And it is exciting to see that there are young and young at heart folks setting off voyaging on limited budgets and finding fine adventures.
£25.19
Stackpole Books Favorite Flies for the Catskills 50 Essential
Book SynopsisThe first in a new Stackpole Books series featuring 50 important flies from a particular region, tied by anglers with close ties and local knowledge of the place. This volume, by Catskills expert Mike Valla, showcases flies that work well on the water there and pays tribute to the region he knows so well. Though not a tying manual, each fly is featured in a spread that includes a large, easy-to-see image, recipe, and tying notes.
£18.04
David & Charles Formula 1 All the Races 20162024
Book SynopsisThe captivating narrative of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship continues, with the race-count climbing to an astonishing 1,125 at the end of 2024. Formula 1's 75th season provides the perfect opportunity to bring the story right up to date.
£41.25
Globe Pequot Vantage Point
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£14.24
Human Kinetics Publishers Advanced Marathoning
Book SynopsisIf you’ve set your sights on shaving minutes off your time, it’s time to ramp up your training with Advanced Marathoning, Third Edition. Find the plan that works best for you from the detailed day-by-day training schedules by choosing between 18- and 12-week preparation and selecting weekly distances of 55, 55 to 70, 70 to 85, or 85-plus miles. If you run marathons close together, you’ll find 6- to 12-week training plans to maximize your training time and recovery. For older marathoners, there is a full chapter dedicated to their unique training, nutrition, and recovery needs. Complement your running workouts with strength, core, and flexibility exercises to help keep injury at bay. Learn how current technologies such as GPS and online logs can help you analyze your training and performance and set goals for future races. Draw inspiration and insights from elite marathoners such as Galen Rupp, Eliud Kipchoge, and Molly Huddle. Implement cutting-edge nutrition and hydration strategies and recovery techniques to feel and run your best.Advanced Marathoning gives ambitious marathoners the information needed to train smarter, remain injury-free, and cross the next finish line stronger and faster than ever.Trade Review"One of the most comprehensive and trusted resources for marathoners." --Runner's World "The third edition of Advanced Marathoning offers the latest information for optimizing performance. If you are preparing for a marathon, this is the book for you!" --Meb Keflezighi, Olympic Silver Medalist and Boston and New York City Marathon Champion "Advanced Marathoning provides a focused purpose every day so that you get to race day fit enough, rested enough, and healthy enough to have a great experience." --Molly Huddle, Two-Time Olympian, 2:26 Marathoner, and U.S. Record Holder in the 10K and Half Marathon "This is the book that taught me the science and training necessary to run faster marathons. It's clear, smart, precise, and full of terrific advice. My first edition is full of scribbles, underlines, and notes, marking a progression from 3:18 to 3:06 to 2:43--and, more important, to a true love of the sport. This edition is even better. Read it and run." --Nicholas Thompson, Editor in Chief of Wired "I've been referencing Advanced Marathoning since I first entered the marathon scene in 2013. Several buildups and top 10 finishes later, it's still the book I turn to for research- and experience-backed information about pacing, tapering, fueling, stretching, and more. Advanced Marathoning is a comprehensive and essential resource for anyone wishing to find their potential over 26.2 miles." --Becky Wade, 2:30 Marathoner and Author of Run the WorldTable of ContentsPart I. Training ComponentsChapter 1. Elements of TrainingChapter 2. Nutrition and HydrationChapter 3. Balancing Training and RecoveryChapter 4. Supplementary TrainingChapter 5. The Older (and Wiser) MarathonerChapter 6. Tapering for Peak Marathon PerformanceChapter 7. Race-Day StrategyPart II. Training ProgramsChapter 8. Following the SchedulesChapter 9. Marathon Training on up to 55 Miles (89 km) per WeekChapter 10. Marathon Training on 55 to 70 Miles (89 to 113 km)per WeekChapter 11. Marathon Training on 70 to 85 Miles (113 to 137 km) per WeekChapter 12. Marathon Training on More Than 85 Miles (137 km) per WeekChapter 13. Multiple Marathoning Appendix A. Marathon Race-Pace Chart Appendix B. Equivalent Race Times: 10K Through Marathon
£20.39
ECW Press,Canada Pro Wrestling Hall Of Fame, The: The
Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of storytelling in professional wrestling
£17.09
Profile Books Ltd Need for the Bike
Book SynopsisA TRUE CLASSIC OF CYCLING LITERATURE 'Nobody evokes the transformative joy of cycling the way Fournel does here ... magical' - Herbie Sykes "I ride to rest and to tire myself out; I ride to do myself good and to do myself harm" ... one of the many cycling paradoxes explored in this unique and delightful book. "I've never got over this miracle" Starting with the childhood joy of learning to ride a bike, Need for the Bike goes on to relate the agony of climbing, the angst of crashing, and all the other universal moments and feelings which all cyclists will recognise. "To get on a bike is to take possession of the landscape" The sounds, smells, pains and joys of riding with friends or alone, finding things on the road; getting lost, "re-reading" familiar routes; Paul Fournel's classic comes as close as any book has to an encapsulation of why we all need the bike ...Trade ReviewFew sportswriters fancy themselves members of the literary avant-garde, but Frenchman Paul Fournel is the real deal. In his carefully cadenced prose poem Need for the Bike, translated by Allan Stoekl, he shares a passion for the sport matched only by his love of language. * Bicycling *Captures cycling's joy and pain with matchless wit and elegance -- Richard WilliamsWith a poet's precision and compassion, he has got to the heart of the same compulsion I have shared, to jump on a bike, and just go cycling off ... -- Ned BoultingIf you don't know Fournel, then you're missing out ... -- David MillarNobody - not anybody - evokes the transformative joy of cycling the way Fournel does here ... magical -- Herbie SykesIf the bike has ever touched you, Fournel's prose poem to two wheels is essential reading. For initiates to the Sunday gruppetto, it is an education; for ageing rouleurs, it is a lens on everything you hold dear about the beautiful machine. -- Robert PennA beautiful and lucid evocation of all that is best - and worst - about riding a bicycle, by a writer for whom cycling and life are simply inseparable. -- Michael HutchinsonThis classic collection is as great a book as has ever been written about cycling. Fournel's witty, insightful and affectionate prose has the kind of class that mesmerises the reader, whether they be a lover of bikes or simply an admirer of thoroughbred writing. Watching this French poet and author shifting effortlessly through the gears is like watching Anquetil pedal - and thanks to this fluent translation, readers in English can finally enjoy the lightness and precision of these essays. By several bike lengths, the cycling publication of the year. -- Chris CleaveNeed for the Bike taught me how to think about cycling. Re-reading it made me fall in love with my bicycle all over again. -- Max Leonard
£10.44
Pitch Publishing Ltd Fifty Years of Manchester City
Book SynopsisTo celebrate 50 years of watching Manchester City, Steve Mingle presents an array of memories spanning the whole period. Heroes and villains, triumphs and disasters, moments of genius and heinous cock-ups - they're all here as Steve describes his most memorable games, players and incidents in a weird and wonderful range of categories.
£15.29
Bradt Travel Guides From the Lion's Mouth: A Journey Along the Indus
Book SynopsisShortlisted in the Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards 2020 Iain Campbell has been fascinated by mountains for as long as he can remember. In his new book, he tells the story of a journey following the course of the Indus River from its mouth in the mudflats of Karachi through the Karakorum, Kashmir and the Himalayas to its source in Ladakh on the Indian side of the Tibetan plateau, where it springs from the 'Lion's Mouth' on Mount Kailash. His narrative paints an insightful, honest and heartfelt portrait of Pakistan, a country that through all his wanderings of the deserts and mountains of Asia kept drawing him back, and a place which combines a rich religious heritage with some of the most spectacular mountains in the world. 'I came to see how closely the Indus River is involved with Pakistani religious life and how this has been true for thousands of years' he says. 'I took four months to make this trip and was able to travel slowly... It became apparent to me as I travelled and developed personal friendships that the image of Pakistan that we are often fed by the media is distorted. I found the Pakistanis to be the most hospitable people I have ever met, to the point where I would have to allow time on my walks in the mountains for the delay caused by sitting down to tea and chapatti in every settlement.' Over the course of his journey, he is exposed to all sides of local life, from a Sufi shrine attended by crocodiles to a Holy man competing with Saudi-sponsored Wahhabi clerics in the Swat Valley, a near meeting with the fairies of Nanga Parbat and the temple of a three-year-old Buddhist lama on the edge of the Tibetan plateau. Engrossing and eye-opening, Iain Campbell's account of his travels through this mesmerising land will appeal to travellers, mountaineers, trekkers, wilderness enthusiasts, anyone interested in the culture and history of the subcontinent, and fans of quality travel writing.Trade Review'Beautifully written to wrap the reader up in the sights, sounds and smells of each new destination along the way, this book will have you lusting over places you hardly new existed and will reaffirm your faith in the human race.' Adventure TravelTable of ContentsPrologue Part I Pakistan The Plains: Sindh and the Punjab Chapter 1 Keti Bandar Chapter 2 Karachi Chapter 3 Bhit Shah and Lake Manchar Chapter 4 Mohenjo Daro Chapter 5 Kalabagh and Mithankot Part II Pakistan The Mountains: Swat and the Karakorum Chapter 6 The Swat Valley Chapter 7 Derai and Tirat Chapter 8 Kohistan Chapter 9 Nanga Parbat Chapter 10 Baltistan Part III India Kashmir and Ladakh Chapter 11 Srinagar Chapter 12 Amarnath Chapter 13 Ladakh Chapter 14 Mahe Bridge Epilogue
£11.63
John Blake Publishing Ltd Congratulations You Have Just Met the ICF: They
Book Synopsis'People didn't talk about the team, they talked about the mob that came with them'Terrifyingly vicious, brilliantly organised, tremendously feared and highly fashionable, the InterCity Firm were the most notorious football hooligan gang the country had ever seen. Bestselling author Cass Pennant was one of the I.C.F.'s best-known figures and has used his unique position as a West Ham insider to bring together these first-hand accounts of the men who were at the eye of storm, both on and off the terraces. In this classic account of football hooliganism at its terrifying height, all the faces of the West Ham firm reveal their memories and thoughts about the violence, the battles, the campaigns, the run-ins with the authorities, and all that came with it. Congratulations, you are just about to meet the I.C.F...
£8.54
Octopus Publishing Group Bowl. Sleep. Repeat.: Inside the World of
Book SynopsisTHE #5 TIMES BESTSELLEREver wondered what it's truly like being an England test cricketer? Why not ask England's greatest ever bowler?Jimmy Anderson invites you into his world of cricket and gives you a very personal insight into what it's like playing at the top level. Through stories of his 16-year international career, Jimmy draws back the curtain on test cricket to reveal bizarre superstitions and rituals, strange training camps, the personalities he's encountered, life on tour and what it's like being a bowler in a batsman's world.Bowl. Sleep. Repeat. is a fascinating, entertaining and deeply personal look at the game of cricket and what life's like beyond the boundary rope.
£10.44
Tuttle Publishing Pocket Tai Chi for Beginners
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£6.64
Gallery Books Changeover
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£21.74
Freytag-Berndt Gran Canary Hiking + Leisure Map 1:50 000
Book Synopsisfreytag & berndt maps are available for many countries and regions in the world. In addition to the precise cartography each map also includes a lot of additional information about the region covered.
£12.26
Transworld Publishers Ltd Transform Your Body With Weights: Complete
Book SynopsisHave you ever wanted to add weights into your exercise routine but not known where to start? Or perhaps you already lift weights but want to know how to achieve a different aesthetic result? In Transform Your Body with Weights, Chloe Madeley tells you everything you need to know in order to weight-train correctly and effectively.She provides three different exercise and nutrition plans to choose from depending on whether you want to lose fat, gain muscle or increase your strength. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced, Chloe will guide you through the appropriate exercises for your level. With fully illustrated, day-by-day exercise instructions and a comprehensive food bible with recipes, everything you need to know to start your weight-lifting journey is in these pages.
£15.29
Fernhurst Books Limited Passage Planning Companion
Book SynopsisA compact, handy summary of the key things you need to consider when planning a passage by sea and when managing your ship on that passage: the perfect quick reference guide to keep onboard. The book covers the timetable for developing a passage plan and goes through all the elements you should consider: port information, routeing, weather, tides, timings and safety. It then takes you through ship management on the passage: the crew briefing, roles, routines, pre-sail checks, watch keeping and much more. Splash-proof and spiral bound – allowing you to lay it out flat on the chart table – this little book stands up to frequent use and will be a valued companion as you plan and execute your passage.Trade Review"Your guide to writing a clear and logical passage plan." (Boat Mart)Table of ContentsIntroduction; Passage Plan Timetable; Port Information; Routeing; Weather; Tides; Timings; Safety; Documentation; Ship Management; Crew Briefing; Pre-Sail Checks; Drills & Spills; Abandon Ship; Watch Keeping; Standing Orders; Daily Routine; Distress Signals.
£7.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Runners Expert Guide to Stretching
Book SynopsisThis ultimate stretching guide will help runners of all abilities run further, avoid injuries and improve their pace. Stretching is an incredibly important aspect of running and yet it is frequently overlooked or poorly executed. Written by the globally respected physiotherapist Paul Hobrough, who works with Olympic and World Champion athletes, The Runner''s Guide to Stretching details and explains the stretches that can ease pain, build strength and enhance running performance. This book will help runners to understand their bodies, identify weaknesses and develop a natural defense against injury. Whatever your age or ability, runners will find a range of stretches, clearly organized by body part, as well as a detailed strength and conditioning program.Trade ReviewHobrough is a leading expert in his field * Athletics Weekly *We didn't realise that holding a pen between our toes and writing with it was a useful exercise, until we read The Runner's Expert Guide to Stretching ... It's full of dynamic stretches to improve your running technique, but also prevent injury. * The Scotsman *The author’s no-nonsense explanations of joint flexibility, anatomy and physiology will undoubtedly help runners of all abilities. * Bristol Post *Table of ContentsIntroduction Running Explained Stretching Muscle Myths: Stretching Science Debunked Strength Training Anatomy and physiology Diet and Nutrition Before You Start Equipment Checking your Strength and Flexibility Reducing Injury Coping with injury The Basics Exercises Stretches and Strength Exercises by Body Area Building Strength Strength and Conditioning Workouts Final Word Acknowledgements Bibliography Index
£17.09
BackPage Press Limited In Search of Alan Gilzean: The Lost Legacy of a
Book SynopsisAlan Gilzean was a truly great footballer, winning the league with Dundee and four trophies with Tottenham Hotspur; After a fan on a Spurs internet forum claimed that Gilzean was living as a down-and-out, James Morgan sets out to restore the legacy of an iconic footballer. Updated with prologue and epilogue following Gilzean's death in July 2018
£9.49
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Soccer Grannies
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£26.84
Pocket Mountains Ltd Shropshire 40 Heritage History Walks
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£6.99
Pocket Mountains Ltd Aberdeen Aberdeenshire Pocket Mountains
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£6.99
David & Charles Jack Findlay
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£25.50
Pitch Publishing Ltd WemberLee
Book SynopsisThe fascinating story of Manchester United's 1989/90 campaign one of the most pivotal in the club's history and the goal that kick-started Sir Alex Ferguson's epoch-making rein.Foreword by acclaimed Manchester United author Wayne Barton.United were at a turning point in the winter of the 1989/90 season. Ferguson had arrived three years earlier to try to end a two-decade wait to lift the First Division title. The gifted Scot had brought unprecedented success to Aberdeen, but the Old Trafford faithful were starting to get restless. Money had been spent but the team were no nearer to their goal of reaching the pinnacle of English football.With fans calling for the head of the man in the dugout, the club's board of directors had reached a fork in the road. Would they bring in another new manager now or wait and see how the FA Cup run played out? There was going to be a hero, but little did he know the importance of that goal. Fascinating delve into Manchester United's past, drawing on a rich mixture of sources A must-read for all Manchester United fans, the book will appeal to the wider footballing world as well Sports historians, particularly football historians, will enjoy this gripping story of an important season Riveting accounts drawn from newspaper research and interviews with players and managers Interesting facts and statistics for the period This is the compelling story of how the Red Devils inadvertently embarked on a period of domination beyond anyone's wildest dreams.
£17.09
Pitch Publishing Ltd Verona Campione
Book SynopsisThe amazing underdog story of how Hellas Verona conquered the giants of Italian football to become Serie A champions. Published to mark the 40th anniversary of Verona's achievement, this authentic footballing fairy tale is brought to life through exclusive interviews with players, journalists and fans.By Richard Hough, an experienced writer and historian who has been immersed in Italian life and football for more than a decade.Read and discover how: International stars such as Platini, Maradona, Rummenigge, Sócrates, Júnior, Laudrup, Souness, Hateley and Wilkins were drawn to the peninsula that season, making Serie A the most competitive and prestigious league in the world Innovative new managers, such as Sven-Göran Eriksson, competed with veterans like Giovanni Trapattoni to get their hands on the coveted Albo d''oro del campionato Italiano di calcio, or il Scudetto' as it is commonly known Verona's idiosyncratic manager Osvaldo Bagnoli patiently assembled a tight-knit squad of accomplished but unspectacular homegrown players, plus two astute foreign signings: the former German pentathlete Hans-Peter Briegel and the mercurial but underachieving Dane, Preben Elkjær Larsen Eighties Italian culture forms a compelling backdrop to the story The team's monumental triumph still resonates in the city today Perfect for any football fan with an interest in the game's history plus anyone who enjoys an underdog story this gripping book uncovers how a team came from nowhere to shock the footballing world with one of the most remarkable sporting achievements of all time.
£16.99
Cicerone Press The Mountains of Romania: Trekking and walking in
Book SynopsisThis guide describes 27 short treks of 2-6 days and 10 day walks in the mountains of Romania. Although there is a slight focus on Transylvania, most of the main massifs are included, with chapters covering the Mountains of Maramures, the Eastern Carpathians, the mountains around Brasov, the Fagara?, the region between the Olt and the Jiu, the Retezat, the mountains of Banat and the Apuseni. Also included is an ascent of Moldoveanu, Romania's highest peak at 2544m.There is a wealth of advice to help you plan your trip and organise the logistics of your walk or trek. Some routes avail of the network of mountain huts; others offer opportunities to camp in attractive wild locations. Overviews and a route summary table make it easy to choose an appropriate excursion. Each route includes clear description and mapping, as well as notes on accommodation and access (some can be accessed by public transport, although others require either pre-arranged pick-up or hitchhiking). There are fascinating insights into Romania's colourful culture and history and appendices containing hut listings, useful contacts and a helpful glossary.The graded routes are as varied as Romania's diverse landscapes. They take in rolling hills, craggy karst peaks, glacial lakes and Europe's last virgin forests, with other highlights including Transylvanian castles, wooden churches, the Piatra Craiului ridge and the spectacular Sapte Scari (Seven Ladders) and Turda Gorges. Historic towns such as the medieval towns of Brasov and Sibiu and the spa resort of Vatra Dornei offer easy access to the mountains; other routes visit remote villages that have changed little over the centuries, where self-sufficiency is still very much the way of life. All in all, the guide is a perfect companion to discovering the unspoilt beauty of Romania's enchanting mountain regions.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Author preface Introduction Geography Vegetation and wildlife History Language Culture Climate When to go What to take Getting there Local transport Accommodation Food and drink Health and safety Money Staying in touch National parks Rules and regulations Maps Waymarking Water, food and other supplies Using this guide The Mountains of Maramureş The Rodna Mountains Route 1 Șetref Pass to Rotunda Pass The Gut#xe2;i and Ţibleş Mountains Route 2 Breb-Creasta Cocoşului-Neteda Pass Route 3 Groşii Ţibleşului to Arcer, Ţibleş and Bran Peaks The Munţii Maramureşului Route 4 Repedea to Prislop Pass The Eastern Carpathians The Land of Dorna Route 5 The Suhard Route 6 The Rarău-Giumalău Route 7 The Călimani The Ceahlău Route 8 Izvorul Muntelui to Durau The Hăşmaş Massif and Lacu Roşu Route 9 Bălan to Lacu Roşu The mountains around Braşov The Postăvaru Massif Route 10 Braşov to R#xe2;snov The Piatra Mare Massif Route 11 D#xe2;mbu Morii-Piatra Mare Peak via Șapte Scări Gorge Route 12 Timişu de Sus-Cabana Piatra Mare via Tamina Gorge The Baiului and Grohotiş Route 13 A north-south traverse of the Baiului Route 14 Across the Baiului and Grohotiş The Ciucaş Massif Route 15 Cheia to Bratocea Pass The Bucegi Mountains Route 16 Poiana Braşov to Omu Peak Route 17 Into the Bucegi from the Prahova Valley The Piatra Craiului Mountains Route 18 The Northern Ridge Route 19 The Southern Ridge The Făgăraş Mountains The Iezer-Păpuşa Massif Route 20 The Iezer-Păpuşa Circuit Route 21 From the Iezer-Păpuşa to the Făgăraş The Făgăraş Chain Route 22 Traversing the Făgăraş from east to west From the Olt to the Jiu The Cindrel and the Par#xe2;ng Route 23 From Păltiniş to Stațiunea Par#xe2;ng The Cozia Route 24 The Cozia Circuit The Buila-V#xe2;nturariţa Route 25 Cheia Village-Buila-V#xe2;nturariţa ridge-Băile Olăneşti The Retezat Mountains The Retezat Route 26 C#xe2;rnic to Cabana Gura Zlata via Bucura Lake Route 27 Poiana Pelegii to C#xe2;rnic via Bucura Lake The V#xe2;lcan Massif Route 28 From the V#xe2;lcan to the Retezat The Ţarcu, Godeanu and Retezatul Mic Route 29 Jigora Saddle to Cabana Buta The Mountains of Banat The Domogled-Valea Cernei national park Route 30 Băile Herculane to Domogled Peak and back Route 31 Băile Herculane to St#xe2;nca lui Sisi and back The Semenic Route 32 The gorges of the Semenic The Apuseni Mountains The Trascău and Muntele Mare Route 33 The Gorges of the Trascău Route 34 Poşaga de Jos-Scăriţa Belioara-Runc Route 35 Runc-Scăriţa Belioara-Lunca Largă-Runc The Padiş Region Route 36 Statiunea V#xe2;rtop-Cetăţile Ponorului-Padiş-Pietroasa Route 37 G#xe2;rda de Sus-Scărişoara ice cave-Padiş-Cabana Varasoaia-St#xe2;na de Vale Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Language notes and glossary
£17.06
Pitch Publishing Ltd The Wilderness Years
Book SynopsisWhat was it like to be a die-hard Newcastle fan stuck in the void between the club's Wembley glory days of the 1950s and its dazzling entertainers of the 90s?After humiliating relegation from the old First Division in 1978, it soon became clear to fans there was no plan to bounce straight back. The Magpies were trapped in the wilderness. It would take more than mediocrity, though, to deter the fledgling fans born in the right place at the wrong time.This gripping book: Tells the story of a young Newcastle fan, from matchday debut to die-hard, across six seasons when his team were reduced to an irrelevance at a time when English clubs dominated Europe Reveals what it was like to grow up on terraces that featured boiled burgers, bovver boys, basic facilities, questionable catering, police cordons and the horror of fan fencing Captures the life and times of a typical North-East lad, with dreams of becoming the next Malcolm Macdonald in the number-nine shirt, in a story transferred from schoolboy diaries, scrapbooks and newspaper cuttings Chronicles moments of hope too, and includes a happy ending with the signing of a superstar and promotion in his final season as reward for the patience and loyalty of the fans This is one resolute supporter's tragi-comic remembrance of times past, dedicated to anyone who calls themselves a football fan and doesn't only sing when they're winning.
£17.09
Bonnier Books Ltd Engulfed
Book SynopsisAn in-depth look at how the murder of Jamal Khashoggi sped up the Saudi state's involvement and investment in sport and how following the blueprint of similar activities from other Gulf states, was used as a way of quickly repairing Mohammed bin Salman's reputation.
£16.14
Pitch Publishing Ltd Crash of the Buffalo
Book Synopsis An epic tale of tragedy and resilience in a far, far-away land... An amazing book to read. There is no other sports story like it.' Leigh Montville, author and former writer for The Boston Globe and Sports Illustrated.The definitive account of one of the saddest chapters in sports history: the 1993 plane crash that killed Zambia''s national soccer team, and the inspiring story of the nation's remarkable comeback. The book details the tragedy, its aftermath and the incredible resilience and determination of a nation to rebuild and honour the memories of its fallen heroes, including: How Zambia was on the cusp of qualifying for the 1994 World Cup in the US before the tragedy How rebuilt Zambia defeated Morocco in its first game ten weeks after the crash, before storming into the final of the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations 11 months later In-depth research and interviews with key figures on Zambia's rise as an African footballing power before the horrific plane crash that claimed the lives of most of its top players of that generation Insightful interviews with sources that spent time with the team in its final hours and minutes including the one person to board the doomed plane with the players and disembark before take-off How, before it crashed, the DHC-5D Buffalo military plane carrying Zambia's national team had been parked for four months at an air force base with AOG' status (i.e. with a serious technical fault) The lack of accountability: more than 30 years on, no official report on the crash has been released by Zambia according to former Zambian president Rupiah Banda, none was written or exists Meticulously researched, gripping and emotive, this book is a must-read for football and sports fans everywhere.
£13.49
John Blake Publishing Ltd My Brother, Muhammad Ali: The Definitive
Book SynopsisA Sunday Times Book of the Year'Rahaman has, at last, written the definitive biography on his late brother, which tells the real Ali story' - Mike Tyson'The real life of the Great One' - George ForemanMore words have been written about Muhammad Ali than almost anyone else. He was, without doubt, the world's most-loved sportsman. At the height of his celebrity he was the most famous person in the world. And yet, until now, the one voice missing belonged to the man who knew him best - his only sibling, and best friend, Rahaman Ali.No one was closer to Ali than Rahaman. Born Cassius and Rudolph Arnett Clay, the two brothers grew up together, lived together, trained together, travelled together, and fought together in the street and in the ring.A constant fixture in his sibling's company, Rahaman saw Ali at both his best and his worst: the relentless prankster and the jealous older brother, the outspoken advocate, the husband and father. In My Brother, Muhammad Ali, he is able to offer a surprising insider's perspective on the well-known stories, as well as never-before-told tales, painting a rich portrait of a proud, relentlessly polarizing, yet often vulnerable man. In this extraordinary, poignant memoir, Rahaman tells a much bigger and more personal story than in any other book on the great man - that of two brothers, almost inseparable from birth to death. It is the final and most important perspective on one of the most iconic figures of the last century.Trade ReviewHeart-warming, multi-faceted and hard-hitting [...] Thanks to Rahaman's powerful storytelling ability, My Brother, Muhammad Ali shares with the world a tale unlike any other biography on Muhammad Ali * Fox Sports *No one knew Muhammad Ali better than Rahaman, and he provides a welcome and insightful addition to the extensive Ali literature * Sunday Times *Rahaman was alongside Muhammad Ali all the way, from his street-fighting teenage days, loving home life, soaring fame, marriages, troubles, notoriety, highs and lows. In this long-overdue book, he takes us inside the legend's head and home [...] And just like the man, the book never stops surprising. A must for fight fans * Sunday Sport *Rahaman has, at last, written the definitive biography on his late brother, which tells the real Ali story * Mike Tyson *The real life of the Great One * George Foreman *It seems there is a bottomless supply of revelations about Muhammad Ali, one of the most written-about men in history. Yet more insights come in a book by his brother, Rahaman. From Ali's difficult birth to how he had to be rescued from financial difficulty after he stopped boxing and on to the tenderness of his last hours with his family, the story of The Greatest Of All Time is retold from the inside by his younger sibling * Jeff Powell, Daily Mail *
£15.00
Hodder & Stoughton Walk With Your Wolf
Book Synopsis''Drawing on perceptive insight and profound wisdom, Jonathan Hoban reveals how the simple act of walking can displace our minds from a place of chaos to tranquil calm, and makes a beautiful and inspiring case for walking with your wolf.'' - Dr Mithu Storoni, author of Stress-ProofNature is our greatest healer.It''s time to start walking and reclaim the wildness in all of us.When did you last take a walk? Not a stroll to the shops, or to the pub, but a walk that got you energised, stimulated your senses, allowing you to de-stress? If the answer is that you''d love to walk, but don''t have the time, there really are more reasons to get outside than you might think.When we walk we find the space to process our feelings and we begin to have the courage to be vulnerable and honest with ourselves. Walking awakens the intuition that helps us face up to our difficulties and walk alongside them, enabling us to find positive solutions to ouTrade ReviewJonathan Hoban challenges us to use nature as a setting for reconsidering our lives and our stresses. He asks us to 'walk alongside our difficulties' giving ourselves the physical and mental space to look at ourselves anew and to decide what we really need. For that commute to work, or indeed for that break on the park bench, I commend his book.Combining therapy with nature and activity isn't new. In the late 1900s, Sigmund Freud walked with certain of his patients around the Ringstrasse, Vienna's grand, tree-lined boulevard. But what if you have no therapist or kindred spirit to accompany you? Jonathan Hoban's original, inspiring and powerful book fills the gap. Deftly blending science, his own narrative and his experience as a therapist, he is at our side as we find a way of engaging with and being healed by nature. Like the wolf in the book's title, we can reconnect with our own elemental lupine instincts which are so often repressed in our stressful and artificial world - both a wolf's wildness as well as its sociability and need to be part of a pack. Follow in Hoban's easy to apply footsteps and you will never walk alone again.
£10.44
Thames & Hudson Ltd Mountains Epic Cycling Climbs
Book SynopsisAn expanded edition of the popular landscape and photography book, updated with sixteen new climbsTrade Review'A tribute to nature's beauty and man's dogged determination' - i'[A] spectacular portrait of some of the most beautiful and challenging scenery in the world ... offer[s] cycling aficionados plenty of bucket list inspiration' - Elle DecorationTable of ContentsIntroduction by Michael Blann • The Art of Mountains, Susannah Osborne • The French Alps • The Pyrenees & Mont Ventoux • Switzerland • Spain • The Spanish Islands & Portugal • The Italian Alps & The Dolomites • Essays interwoven throughout
£32.00
Trinorth Ltd Cricket Changed My Life
Book SynopsisIn Cricket Changed My Life Annie Chave throws the spotlight on a diverse medley ofpeople, whose very variety highlights the fact that cricket can benefit anyone, that the game's reach isnot confined to players or even to fields of play.
£17.10
FreeLance Academy Press Historical Fencing Manual: Rapier-Fencing in the
Book SynopsisModern fencing's origins come from the elegant, and deadly rapier of the late Italian Renaissance. Several schools of rapier fencing existed, amongst which one of the strongest and longest lasting was the Roman-Neapolitan-Sicilian School of swordsmanship (Scuola Romana-Napoletana-Siciliana ). Arising from the early, northern school, the southern school dates to the seventeenth century, in Rome, then spread throughout the south of Italy and evolved uninterruptedly until the nineteenth century, when it merged with the more modern traditions of fencing. Historical Fencing Manual: Rapier-Fencing in the 17th and 18th Centuries, is a true, modern fencing manual for training in this tradition, written by a modern master of the art. The texts of the seventeenth- and eighteenth-century masters are broken-down, synthesized and arranged into a concise, modern pedagogy, opening a gateway to the southern Italian school for the very first time. Beginning with fundamentals of stance, footwork, attack and defence, the text also covers complex provocations, disarms and grapples, and use of the left-hand dagger—a complete course under one cover!
£28.50
Skyware Ltd Yorkshire Three Peaks Route Guide
Book SynopsisThe Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge - climbing Whernside, Ingleborough and Pen-yghent in a continuous circuit - is a tough challenge!This handy route guide covers the full 24-mile circuit with detailed large-scale mapping at a scale of 1: 25,000, based on the latest OS maps.
£6.04
Quarto Publishing PLC Formula One: The Champions: 70 years of legendary
Book SynopsisBask in Formula One glory with this 240-page, large-format tribute to all 34 F1 World Champions, featuring exhilarating photography and expert commentary. Since the Grand Prix’s start in 1950, just 34 men have achieved the accolade of F1 World Champion. For the first time, legendary F1 commentator Maurice Hamilton and award-winning photographers Bernard and Paul-Henri Cahier bring the heroes of this iconic sport together, in a stunning photographic portrayal of the poise, skill and winning mindset that separates the fast from the furious, the elite from the talented. Formula One and its champions are brought to life with: An exquisitely written profile of each of the 34 F1 World Champions, with key details from the driver’s life and F1 career Stunning photography of the drivers and their cars, both on and off the track Historic interviews with the sport’s lost heroes, including James Hunt and Ayrton Senna Exclusive quotes from icons such as Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg A foreword by Bernie Ecclestone, former chief executive of the Formula One Group Debate has raged over which driver is the best of the best. It is impossible to say. But that will not deter energetic and informed discussion, usually predicated on a personal preference swayed by affection. Each of these champions will have experienced and delivered pulse-raising performances many times over. With this handsome homage to the most ferocious of sports and the incredible sportsmen who drive at the edge in pursuit of greatness, it is time to choose your favorite F1 Champion.Trade Review'The old adage that a picture is worth a thousand words certainly applies here. With Hamilton’s profiles being succinct, it allows the iconic Cahier Archive – built by Bernard and his son Paul-Henri – to come to the forefront and leave a lasting impression on the reader... Hamilton and the Cahier Archive have combined again to create a statement piece which would be a very worthy addition to your Formula 1 collection. 4/5 – Highly recommended.' * PlanetF1 *'The redoubtable scribe Maurice Hamilton explores every single one of those 33 remarkable people in his latest work... for this he has teamed up with father and son Bernard and Paul-Henri Cahier of the Cahier Archive Photographic Collection. The trio is well-placed to take on the task... it all ensures that in this book each champion receives a lavish portrait in words and pictures. Great value and highly recommended.' * Motorsport News *'Fine writing is complemented by great imagery provided by Paul-Henri and Bernard Cahier.' * Motorsport magazine *'This is a book that once opened, you will not want to put down until you have thumbed through all 240 pages.' * Our man behind the wheel *"A must-have for anyone interested in the stories of Formula One drivers, their professional lives and racing careers." -- Bruce Herrington * PANDO Magazine *Table of ContentsForeword Introduction Dr Giuseppe ‘Nino’ Farina Juan Manuel Fangio Alberto Ascari Mike Hawthorn Sir Jack Brabham Phil Hill Graham Hill Jim Clark John Surtees Denis ‘Denny’ Hulme Sir Jackie Stewart Jochen Rindt Emerson Fittipaldi Niki Lauda James Hunt Mario Andretti Jody Scheckter Alan Jones Nelson Piquet Keke Rosberg Alain Prost Ayrton Senna Nigel Mansell Michael Schumacher Damon Hill Jacques Villeneuve Mika Häkkinen Fernando Alonso Kimi Räikkönen Lewis Hamilton Jenson Button Sebastian Vettel Nico Rosberg Bibliography Index Acknowledgements
£29.75
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Bowls
Book SynopsisKnow the Game Bowls is the perfect introduction to the sport for all ages, whether you are a keen club player or beginner. It is packed with expert text, clear illustrations and photographs of the professionals in action.The book includes:- Playing the game: how to play bowls, the rules, positions on the pitch, how to score - The laws of the game: from scoring to umpiring - Equipment and pitch: bowling balls, positioning of players, measuring - The skills: step-by-step guide to all the basic skills, including throwing, tactics and scoring.The Know the Game series is firmly established as the definitive introduction to a wide range of sports and games. Written by the experts, you can be sure that they contain everything you need to know to take part.Trade ReviewAn informative guidebook * Bowls International *Table of ContentsFLAT GREEN BOWLS 1 The Green 2 Equipment 3 Grip and Delivery 4 The Game 5 Movement of Bowls 6 Jack Movement 7 Fours Play 8 Shots 9 Tactics 10 Common Faults 11 The Marker and Umpire 12 Further Rules CROWN GREEN BOWLS 13 The Green 14 The Game 15 Jack and Bowl Delivery Bowls Chronology Glossary Index
£9.49
Rockridge Press The Dehydrator Cookbook for Outdoor Adventurers:
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£16.17
VeloPress The Triathlete Guide to Sprint and Olympic
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£20.39
VeloPress The Athletes Gut
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£20.39
Scottish Mountaineering Club Junior Mountaineering Club of Scotland 19252025
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£33.25
Apollo Publishers Bicycling for Ladies: The Classic 1896 Guide to
Book SynopsisBicycling for Ladies is the trailblazing book that introduced women to bicycling and shocked a Victorian culture on its release in 1896. Today it remains comprehensive and useful, but also celebrates women’s advancement in the sport and offers an inspiring, and amusing, look back.Maria E. Ward let the social norms and gendered expectations of the nineteenth century eat her dust when she wrote the groundbreaking guide to bicycling for women. In chapters such as Women and Tools, Dress, and How to Make Progress, Ward explains the function of wheels, gears, and spokes, gives instruction on how to safely and efficiently ride, and discusses optimal attire (layers and a stretchy corset, of course).Ward’s detailed mechanical and physical instruction, paired with helpful images and charts, makes daunting ordeals like hill climbing, navigating traffic, and bike maintenance a breeze. In modern times, when so much is outsourced, automated, and unreliable, Ward’s approach to transportation is refreshing. But while bicycling is rich with health and environmental benefits, male bicyclists still outnumber female riders, most competitive cyclists are male, and women are more likely to report feeling unsafe on a bike. Ward’s text gives women the tools they need to claim their stake of the road. For seasoned cyclists or those just starting out, it is a timeless and relevant directive—ideal for today’s woman who’s ready to take the world by the handlebars.The photos and instructional images throughout Bicycling for Ladies are the result of a collaboration between Ward and Alice Austen, one of America’s earliest and most prolific professional female photographers. The volume has an elegant new design and is small enough to ride with. Table of ContentsPreface Foreword by Victoria Munro, Executive Director, Alice Austen House Foreword by Maxine Friedman, Chief Curator, Historic Richmond Town Preface by Maria Ward 1. Possibilities 2. What the Bicycle Does 3. On Wheels in General and Bicycles in Particular 4. For Beginners 5. How to Make Progress 6. Helping and Teaching; What to Learn 7. A Few Things to Remember 8. The Art of Wheeling a Bicycle 9. Position and Power 10. Difficulties to Overcome 11. Dress 12. Watch and Cyclometer 13. Women and Tools 14. Tools and How to Use Them 15. Solving a Problem 16. Where to Keep a Bicycle 17. Tires 18. Mechanics of Bicycling 19. Adjustment 20. Exercise 21. Training 22. Breathlessness; The Limit Mechanical
£12.34
