Sport Books

Book SynopsisJeremy Wade has caught an unparalleled array of outsize and outlandish fish from challenging locations all over the world - goliath tigerfish from the Congo, arapaima from the Amazon, ''giant devil catfish'' from the Himalayan foothills . . .As his catches attract increasing public attention, many people ask him how they can improve their own fishing results. This book is his reply. Sparse on the details of technique, it''s about the simple, fundamental principles - a mindset for success. Part science, part art, and part elusive something else, this, he says, is within every angler''s ability to develop.How to Think Like a Fish is the distillation of a life spent fishing. Along the way readers will learn when to let instinct override logic. Why less time can bring better results than more. Which details are vital and which may be irrelevant. And how a ''non-result'' can be a result. Thoughtful and funny, brimming with wisdom and adventure, here is the boo

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Book SynopsisJudo, or the Way of Gentleness, an ideal form of physical exercise and a reliable system, of self-defense, was specially created from traditional Japanese martial arts. This book by the creator of Kodokan judo is uniquely comprehensive and the most authoritative guide to this martial art ever published. Over a hundred years ago Jigoro Kano mastered swordsmanship and hand-to-hand combat. Failing to discover any underlying principle, he set about designing a new martial art to reflect the concept of maximum efficiency in the use of physical and mental

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Book SynopsisDumbbell Training, Second Edition, will help you incorporate dumbbells into your training routines. It offers more than 110 exercises and 66 ready-to-use programs for increased power, speed, agility, and balance.Trade Review"Training with Coach Hedrick, including his dumbbell training program, played a role in my winning medals at both the world championships and Olympic Games. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to enhance sport performance or improve their overall fitness.”—Matt Ghaffari, MBA, 1996 Olympic Silver Medalist, Four-Time World Cup Champion, and Nine-Time Pan-American Champion Greco Roman Wrestler"Dedicating myself to Coach Hedrick’s strength and power training program, which included a significant amount of dumbbell training on a weekly basis, played a role in transforming myself into the athlete I am today. I highly recommend this book."—Ryan Jensen, Center, Tampa Bay Buccaneers“Hedrick’s use of dumbbells is beyond anything I have seen, and I can’t wait to learn his latest innovations in the new edition of Dumbbell Training.”—Johnny Parker, Former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the New York Giants, New England Patriots, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and San Francisco 49ersTable of ContentsPart I. Training With Dumbbells Chapter 1. Benefits of Training With Dumbbells Practical Advantages of Dumbbells Physiological Advantages of Dumbbells ConclusionChapter 2. Designing a Program Determining Your Philosophy of Training Basing Training Programs on Both Science and Experience Periodization Sample Program ConclusionChapter 3. Incorporating Dumbbells Into an Existing Program Sample Workouts With Barbells Sample Workouts With Dumbbells ConclusionPart II. ExercisesChapter 4. Upper Body Shoulders Chest Upper Back Biceps TricepsChapter 5. Lower BodyChapter 6. Core Abdominals Lower BackChapter 7. Total BodyPart III. Programming Chapter 8. Training for Fitness Sample Workout SchedulesChapter 9. Training for Weight Loss Sample Workout SchedulesChapter 10. Training for Increased Muscle Size Sample Workout SchedulesChapter 11. Training for Increased Power Sample Workout SchedulesChapter 12. Training for Speed Sports Sample Workout SchedulesChapter 13. Training for Agility and Balance Sports Sample Workout Schedules

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Book SynopsisThe original rally Quattro debuted in 1980, and was very much based on the road-car versions of the car, but with a highly tuned 300bhp engine. In 1981, Audi Quattro works driver Michele Mouton became the first woman to win a World Championship rally. The Quattro won the Manufacturers' Championship for Audi in 1982 and 1984, and the Drivers' Championship in 1983 and 1984, with Hannu Mikkola and Stig Blomqvist respectively, while Michele Mouton finished second in the Drivers' Championship in 1982., The unmistakable sound of the five-cylinder turbo-engined Quattro in action in the forests is still embedded in the memory banks of many rally fans today, and can still be experienced at events such as the Goodwood Festival of Speed and historic rallies., This book looks in detail under the skin of the various evolutions of the rally Quattro from the production-based cars of 1981 to the 550 bhp monsters of 1986 and it explores the passion for owning, restoring, rebuilding and driving the cars today. The book is illustrated with period images from Reinhard Klein, the doyen of rally photographers, together with archive material provided by Audi and new pictures of preserved examples of the cars today, their key components and their restoration., The text features new in-depth interviews with many of the drivers and engineers involved with the cars in period and today, including Michele Mouton, John Buffum, Sarel van der Merwe, Malcolm Wilson, Andy Dawson, Fred Gallagher, Phil Short, David Ingram and Jari-Matti Latvala, plus additional comment from Audi personnel including Walter Treser and Roland Gumpert, and drivers including Hannu Mikkola, Stig Blomqvist and Walter Rörl., A fascinating insight into this formidable car, and essential reading for Quattro enthusiasts and rally fans., Author: Nick Garton has worked in very major motorsport championship except NASCAR and IndyCar over the past 20 years as a journalist, author, championship manager and PR person. He has had a number of books published including Haynes Ferrari 312T Manual and Porsche 956/962 Manual.

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook presents 60 routes covering some of the best day walks, scrambles, hut-to-hut walks, alpine mountaineering, sport climbing, via ferratas, mountain-biking routes, road rides, city and trail runs and family activities the Innsbruck area has to offer. Ideal for a multi-activity holiday or for the keen amateur seeking a summary of the local highlights, it includes suggestions to suit most abilities and ambitions, from gentle strolls to adrenalin-filled mountain adventures, suitable only for those with the appropriate equipment and experience. Nearly all the activities are accessible by public transport from Innsbruck and many take advantage of the region's fantastic network of alpine huts. Route descriptions are illustrated with maps, profiles and photo topos, and you'll also find practical advice on transport, accommodation and equipment. Long popular as a winter sports destination, Innsbruck also has much to offer the summer visitor, with many kilometres of paths and trails, sport climbing crags, via ferrata routes and engaging activity trails for children.Table of ContentsMap key Regional overview map Innsbruck city map Overview map: walks and family activities Overview map: adventure walks and scrambles, alpine mountaineering, sport climbing and via ferratas Overview map: cycling and running routes Introduction History of the region Geography and geology Plants and wildlife Art and culture Other activities Getting there and getting around When to go Accommodation Tourist information Language Health and safety Mountain guides Using this guide Walking Day walks Route 1 Innsbrucker Almenweg Route 2 Zirbenweg Route 3 Grawa waterfall Route 4 Dreiseen hiking trail Route 5 Elferhütte Route 6 Three lakes, Seefeld Plateau Route 7 Arzler Alm Route 8 Aldranser Alm Route 9 Bodenstein Alm Route 10 Kreither Alm Adventure walks and scrambles Route 11 Wildewasserweg Route 12 Südlicher and Nordlicher Polleskogel Route 13 Glungezer klettersteig Route 14 Brandjochspitze Route 15 Nordgrat-Vordere Sommerwand Route 16 Nordgrat Zwölferkogel Overnight hut walks Route 17 Halltal hike Route 18 Nordkette traverse Route 19 Karwendel traverse Route 20 Rofan Range hike Alpine mountaineering Route 21 Habicht Route 22 Wilder Freiger Route 23 Zuckerhütl Route 24 Wildspitze Sport climbing Route 25 Arzbergklamm Route 26 OeAV klettergarten Route 27 Engelswand Route 28 Rofan cragging, Achensee Route 29 Klettergarten Oetz Route 30 Emmentaler multi-pitch Via ferratas Route 31 Innsbrucker klettersteig Route 32 Achensee 5 Gipfel Route 33 Crazy Eddy klettersteig Route 34 Peter Kofler klettersteig Route 35 Ochsenwand/Schlicker klettersteig Route 36 Geierwand klettersteig Route 37 Kühtai Panorama klettersteig Route 38 Absamer klettersteig (plus Westgrat and Eisengattergrat klettersteig) Mountain biking Route 39 Nordkette singletrail Route 40 Karwendel loop Route 41 Rinn to the Rinner Alm Route 42 Aldrans to Aldranser Alm Route 43 Maria Waldrast tour Route 44 Mutters loop Road cycling Route 45 Gnadenwald Plateau Route 46 Innsbruck loop Route 47 Igls loop Route 48 Innsbruck to the Mieminger Plateau Route 49 Innsbruck - Telfs - Innsbruck City and trail running Route 50 Brücken Runde Route 51 Bergisel-Lauf city run Route 52 Sill-Inn-Schleife Route 53 Wolfele-Wilde-weg Route 54 Mühlau Runde Family activities Route 55 Wusel lake trail, Achensee Route 56 Ghost trail, Oberperfuss Route 57 Scheibenweg trail Route 58 Kugelwald Adventure World, Glungezer Route 59 Patscherkofel summit path Route 60 Piburgersee Appendix A Route summary tables Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Glossary Appendix D Index of routes by location

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Book SynopsisLONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018This is my life, not the stuff you've seen, but the things you haven't. This is my childhood growing up in the West Country, my struggles, my doubts and my hopes. It's the people I've met in my seventeen years in Formula One, many of whom I've loved, some of whom I definitely haven't. It's the laughs I've shared, the battles I've fought, some on the track with rivals and friends like Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel. It's the pressure I struggled with as I closed in on my World Championship in 2009, it's the calm I felt every time I settled into the cockpit. It's my dad - the many times he saved me, the one moment he doubted me, the hole in my life he left me. It's everything in one go, the good days as well as the bad. A life lived not just as a racing driver but, ultimately, as a human being.

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Book SynopsisThe most northerly of Britain's island groups, Shetland is so far removed from the rest of the UK that it usually appears as an inset on maps. Although relatively little known to those from outside the islands, Shetland is a magnificent terrain for walkers, especially those who love to really explore and get away from the beaten track. The coastal walking here includes some of the finest in the country, with superb cliffs, towering sea stacks, caves and natural arches seemingly around every corner. Added to this is Shetland's better known claim to fame for its spectacular seabird colonies ? huge gannetries, moorland packed with arctic and great skuas, arctic terns in the more sheltered spots, and everyone's favourite ? the puffins. The islands also enjoy a dense population of otters, many seals, and a chance to see killer whales or other giants of the deep. Beyond all this natural grandeur, Shetland's history is fascinating too. The archaeological attractions are much less known than those on Orkney, but sites such as Jarlshof have amazingly preserved remains from prehistory right up to more recent times. These include iron age villages, chambered cairns, Viking longhouses, pictish carvings, and impressive brochs ? including the most complete of all these iron-age defensive towers, on Mousa.

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Book SynopsisAn informative and hilarious illustrated look at the thirty-six most important arguments ever made about basketball, from the super serious to the super ridiculousTrade Review“Cleverly written and beautifully illustrated… It's a must for any basketball fan.” Esquire“It’s a book that will actively have readers learning more about basketball and having fun doing so.” -- USA Today Sports

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Book SynopsisValentino Rossi’s announcement of retirement brings down the curtain on an incredible career in the MotoGP motorcycle world championships. With his nine titles, including seven in the premier class, he is widely regarded as the greatest motorcycle racer of all time, and his 26 seasons of Grand Prix racing make him unique across both motorcycling and Formula 1. Rossi has been captivating fans since he won his first Grand Prix at the age of 17 and even in his final season, at the age of 42, he has been riding faster than ever. In this major new book by top MotoGP journalist Mat Oxley, each and every one of these races comes under the microscope, complete with perspectives about Rossi’s achievements, the controversies, his character, and analysis of his bikes. This is a Valentino Rossi book like no other

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Book SynopsisThe Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is the ultimate long distance challenge a 35,000-mile circumnavigation of the globe, contested by amateur crews in identical racing yachts. The 2010 winner was 28-year-old Brendan Hall and his crew in Spirit of Australia. Although Brendan was the youngest and least experienced skipper in the race, the win was no accident it was the culmination of years of training, skilled navigation and a leadership style way beyond his years. His skills were soon put to the test in the middle of a North Pacific hurricane, Brendan went to the rescue of a competing yacht and skippered both boats across one of the most feared oceans in the world. This brutally honest, no-holds-barred account is revealing and instructive, with valuable lessons in leadership and management as well as never giving up. Thrown in quite literally at the deep end, he is pushed to the limit, and learns lessons you can only learn the hard way.Trade ReviewHonest, insightful, informative… Bravo. -- Pete GossRaw, gripping and brutally honest -- EconomiaI couldn't put it down! -- www.sailers.co.ukA brutally honest, no-holds-barred account -- Yachting Life...the book is a joy * Sailing Today *succinct and very readable...a must-read for anyone interested in sailing, or equally personal development.One of the best books I've ever read. * Lifeboat Magazine *...a compelling account..."A brutally honest, no-holds-barred account'. * Welsh Coastal Life *

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Book SynopsisThis book is the third in Evro’s multi-volume, decade-by-decade series covering the entire history of Formula 1 through its teams and cars. This instalment examines the 1980s, when the sport moved into its spectacular turbo era, first with Renault, Ferrari and BMW-powered Brabham, then with sustained periods of success for McLaren with Porsche-made TAG engines and Williams with Honda power. After the last win for the evergreen Ford Cosworth DFV in 1983, turbos prevailed until regulation change for 1989 brought back normally aspirated engines, now of 3.5 litres. Besides Formula 1’s high achievers, this book also covers the entire supporting cast, where much curiosity lies in discovering the travails of obscure and unsuccessful cars. This wide-ranging, colourful and authoritative book will be treasured by all Formula 1 fans

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 54 day walks and 2 multi-day treks in Slovenia. Exploring the beautiful Julian Alps, there’s something for both beginner and experienced walkers, from easy valley walks to scrambles and protected routes requiring mountaineering skills and a high level of fitness. Day walks range from 2 to 23km (1–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–11 hours. Four 2-day walks with overnight mountain hut stays are described, including treks to Triglav’s summit and the Lakes valley. Sketch maps are included Detailed information on refreshments, transport and accommodation Routes are organised around 5 bases – Kranjska Gora, Bohinj, Bovec, Bled and Kobarid Highlights include Lake Bled Table of ContentsIntroduction Slovenia: History, People and Culture Geology and Landscape The Triglav National Park Climate and Weather Wildlife and Flowers Getting to Slovenia Travel within Slovenia Accommodation Food and Drink General Information Health Issues About the Guidebook Maps Waymarking and Navigation When to Go Equipment Mountain Rescue Hazards Section 1: Kranjska Gora Route 1: Zelenci Route 2: Tamar and Planica Route 3: Srednji Vrh Route 4: Slap Martuljek (Martuljek waterfall) Route 5: Vrsid Pass Route 6: Visoki Mavrinc Route 7: Ped (Tromeja) Route 8: Vitranc/Ciprnik Route 9: Sleme Route 10: Jerebikovec Route 11: Mala and Velika Mojstrovka Route 12: Mala Mojstrovka via the Hanzova Pot Route 13: Prisank Route 14: Jalovec Route 15: Spik Route 16: Skrlatica Route 17: Triglav by the Tominskova Pot and the Prag Route Route 18: Triglav by the Plemenice (or Bamberg) Route Route 19: Kanjavec Section 2: Bohinj Route 20: The Tour of Lake Bohinj Route 21: Slap Savica (Savica Waterfall) Route 22: Rudnica Route 23: Korita Mostnice Route 24: Lopata Virgin Forest Route 25: Vogel Route 26: Drna prst Route 27: Spodnje Bohinjske Gore (the Lower Bohinj Ridge) Route 28: Prsivec Route 29: Bogatin and Mahavsdek Route 30: Triglav Lakes Valley and Veliko spidje Route 31: Triglav - the Southern Approach Section 3: Bovec Route 32: The Bovec Basin Route 33: Izvir Glijuna and Slap Virje Route 34: Kluye Route 35: Humdid - the First World War Walk Route 36: The Soda Trail Route 37: Svinjak Route 38: Visoki Kanin and Prestreljenik Route 39: Rombon Route 40: Pogadnikov Dom and Kriski Podi Route 41: Planja and Razor Route 42: Kriy, Stenar and Bovski Gamsovec Route 43: Krn Route 44: Mangart Section 4: Bled Route 45: The Tour of Lake Bled Route 46: Osojnica Route 47: Vintgar Gorge Route 48: Bohinjska Bela and Kupljenik Route 49: Ribenska Gora Route 50: Taley Route 51: Galetovec Route 52: Debela Ped, Brda and Lipanski Vrh Section 5: Kobarid Route 53: The Historical Walk Route 54: Dreyniski Kot Route 55: Matajur Route 56: Stol Route 57: Krasji Vrh Section 6: Hut-to-Hut Routes Route 58: Around Lake Bohinj Route 59: Kranjska Gora to Trenta Route 60: Bovec to Bohinj Route 61: Aljazev Dom Appendices Appendix 1: Useful Contact Details Appendix 2: Bibliography Appendix 3: Glossary Appendix 4: Route Index

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Book Synopsis''The finest book ever written on nature and landscape in Britain'' GuardianIntroduction by Robert Macfarlane. Afterword by Jeanette WintersonIn this masterpiece of nature writing, Nan Shepherd describes her journeys into the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland. There she encounters a world that can be breathtakingly beautiful at times and shockingly harsh at others. Her intense, poetic prose explores and records the rocks, rivers, creatures and hidden aspects of this remarkable landscape. Shepherd spent a lifetime in search of the ''essential nature'' of the Cairngorms; her quest led her to write this classic meditation on the magnificence of mountains, and on our imaginative relationship with the wild world around us. Composed during the Second World War, the manuscript of The Living Mountain lay untouched for more than thirty years before it was finally published.Trade ReviewThe finest book ever written on nature and landscape in Britain * * Guardian * *Most works of mountain literature are written by men, and most of them focus on the goal of the summit. Nan Shepherd's aimless, sensual exploration of the Cairngorms is bracingly different -- ROBERT MACFARLANEReading [The Living Mountain] seems to me to explain why reading is so important. And odd. And necessary. And not like anything else. There is no substitute for reading * * Jeanette Winterson * *If you read it, you too will feel changed. This is sublime, in the 18th-century sense, when landscapes like these were terrifying. And she achieves it in language that is almost incantatory, like a spell -- Nicholas Lezard * * Guardian * *A masterpiece . . . Amongst the greatest works of nature writing to come out of Britain -- Chitra Ramaswamy * * The Scotsman * *An impressionistic and weather infused memoir of her experiences of walking and living in the wild landscape of the Cairngorms . . . A key influence on modern nature writers such as Robert Macfarlane * * Herald * *I absolutely loved The Living Mountain - part memoir, part field notebook, part lyrical meditation on nature and our relationship with it, evocative of Rachel Carson and Henry Beston and John Muir -- MARIA POPOVA, ‘Brain Pickings’ * * New York Times * *

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Book SynopsisThe best sheet map for the Everest treks: Classic EBC, Three Passes & Gokyo Lakes (all clearly colour coded). 1:40,000 - larger scale and more detail than any other Everest map. Perfect for planning and navigation.

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Book SynopsisA modern sailor's logbook, designed to last a full season. Beautifully presented with gold blocking on cover.Table of ContentsUsing the logbook; Abbreviations & symbols; The Beaufort Scale; Compass deviation; Log daily pages; Engine log; Radio log; Waypoint list; Dimensions; Expiry dates; Ship's equipment; Visitors' book / crew list; Season summary

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Book SynopsisThe world-champion freestyle skateboarder and the man who brought the ollie - the trick that revolutionised the sport by taking it from the ground to the air - to street skating shares the history of skateboarding, as he tells the dramatic story of his life.

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Book SynopsisGetting to Grips gives cricket coaches and players of all ages, skills, drills, and practical solutions to common batting problems. From international batting coach, Toby Radford.

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Book SynopsisNow in a fully updated 4th editionfor 2024, Brompton Bicycle tells the fascinating story behind one of theworld's most unusual and popular folding bikes.

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate ''one stop'' guide to training with kettlebells.Practical and easily accessible, The Total Kettlebell Training Workout is perfect for the fitness enthusiast or fitness professional who wants to lightly improve their knowledge and heavily improve the range of exercises they can use in their training. Tried and tested exercises are accompanied by clear photos and illustrations presented in a modern and logical way.The Total Kettlebell Workout is brimming with ideas for using this piece of fitness equipment not just in the gym, but at home too. Packed with clear and easy to use exercises, this how-to reference book also provides adaptations of basic and advanced exercises making it ideal for anyone who wants to get the most out of their fitness gear. Each exercise idea is organised by fitness level and includes follow-up and extension ideas.Written in a jargon-free and concise style, this book is light on the science and backgroTrade Review...accessible and practical, packed with a wide range of tried-and-tested exercises accompanied by easy-to-follow photos and illustrations. * Healthy Magazine *Table of ContentsDisclaimer and advisory 1 The basics of exercising with kettlebells The S.A.F.E. trainer system (Simple, Achievable, Functional, Exercise) How to use this book FAQs Find your starting point Assess, don’t guess Isolation vs integration Learn it, then work it First you need stability Add some strength Power and speed come with practice 2 The portfolio of moves Which moves should I do? Dynamic warm-up moves Kettlebell moves 3 Training with kettlebells How to use the kettlebell training sessions The workouts And finally… Fitness glossary About the author Index

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Book Synopsis“Most of us need never fashion a gas mask from a soup can.... Should the need arise, you’ll be glad for a copy of Survival Hacks... offers tips ranging from making a cookstove from a packet of alcohol-soaked ramen to cutting a fishing lure from the shiny bits of your Visa card.” —The Seattle Times Turn everyday items into survival necessities!Would you be prepared if you needed to survive in the wilderness? Survival expert Creek Stewart shares his cache of practical, easy-to-follow tricks to help you transform everyday items into valuable gear that can save your life. Survival Hacks takes you step-by-step through transforming simple objects like soda tabs and plant leaves into essential survival tools. This rough-and-rugged guide covers everything from small-scale hacks, like using sticks and rope to make a table, to the big stuff, like creating a one-person emergency shelter from a trash bag or purifying dirty water using a plastic bottle and the sun. And you can be ready anywhere you go with everyday carry kits, pocket-sized survival kits, so you''re never without the essential tools you need to make it on your own. Being prepared can make the difference when it comes to your survival in an emergency. And Survival Hacks makes it a whole lot easier.Trade Review"Most of us need never fashion a gas mask from a soup can.... Should the need arise, you'll be glad for a copy of Survival Hacks. Survival trainer Creek Stewart, who hosted Fat Guys in the Woods for The Weather Channel, offers tips ranging from making a cookstove from a packet of alcohol-soaked ramen to cutting a fishing lure from the shiny bits of your Visa card." —The Seattle Times "Creek Stewart's new book Survival Hacks is full of fun tricks ... giving children fun, useful puzzles to occupy their minds during camping trips. The book's focus on common, everyday objects makes each 'hack' affordable, and the challenge of properly constructing, then using those hacks should provide hours of fun, while teaching kids to be resourceful." —Outside Magazine Online"A fantastic new book that combines two topics that are presently very popular, survival prepping & life hacking. He brings a wealth of experience to the table, and has helped thousands of people improve their survival skills." —The Backwoodsman

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 25 day walks on the island of Corsica. Exploring the diverse scenery of this French Mediterranean island, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 4 to 19km (2–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. Walks have been graded from 1 to 3 allowing you to choose routes suitable for your ability. 1:50,000 maps are included for each walk GPX files available to download Detailed information about facilities, public transport and accommodation Highlights include Cap Corse coastline and Bonifacio white cliffs Table of ContentsIntroduction Corsica Plant life Wildlife When to go Getting to Corsica Local transport Accommodation Food and drink What to take Waymarking and maps Emergencies Using this guide The Far North Walk 1 Cap Corse Sentier du Douanier: Macinaggio-Barcaggio Walk 2 St-Florent coastal route The North-West Walk 3 Bonifatu loop: La Boucle de Ficaghiola Walk 4 The Fango river valley Walk 5 Visiting Girolata Walk 6 Spilonca gorge Walk 7 The Calanche: l'ancien chemin des muletiers Walk 8 Capu Rossu Walk 9 The Aïtone forest The Centre Walk 10 Beneath Paglia Orba and Capu Tafunatu Walk 11 Lac de Nino Walk 12 The Tavignano river valley Walk 13 Glacial lakes in the Restonica valley Walk 14 La Cascade des Anglais The South-West Walk 15 Punta Parata loop Walk 16 Ajaccio Sentier des Douaniers: to Plage Saint Antoine Walk 17 Porto Pollo-Cupabia circuit The South Walk 18 Zonza-Quenza circuit Walk 19 Trou de la Bombe Walk 20 Foce Finosa Walk 21 Punta di a Vacca Morta Walk 22 Piscia di Gallo waterfall The Far South Walk 23 Capu de Fenu Walk 24 Strada Vecia Madonetta, Bonifacio Walk 25 The white cliffs of Bonifacio Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Glossary of French and Corsican terms Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Accommodation Appendix E Further reading

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Book SynopsisBikepacking Scotland by Markus Stitz features 20 great multi-day off-the-beaten-track cycling adventures across the Scottish mainland and islands. The book features routes of different lengths which take in the best of the country, from the Ayrshire Alps, Dumfries and Galloway and the Borders in southern Scotland, through Perthshire’s unique drovers’ roads and the grand architecture of the Central Belt, across to Argyll’s islands on ferry-hopping adventures around Islay, a paradise for whisky connoisseurs, and Jura and Mull to spot magnificent golden eagles. And, of course, the Scottish Highlands with an epic tour of the Cairngorms National Park, home to 25 per cent of Britain's rare and endangered species, as well as the author’s own take on the North Coast 500 and more. Researched and written by the founder of Bikepacking Scotland, and mostly accessible by public transport, each route includes all the information you need to help you plan your ride, with points of interest along the route, food recommendations and accommodation options, in addition to stunning photography and overview mapping. Downloadable GPX files of the routes are also available. Alongside further information on access, seasons and what to pack, and valuable insight from Scottish cycling personalities including Mark Beaumont and Jenny Graham, this book is full of practical tips and advice for both experienced bikepackers and those who want to try it out for the first time.Table of ContentsIntroduction Scotland’s South (Ayrshire, Borders, Dumfries and Galloway) 1 Ayrshire Alps, Coast & Castles 2 Borders to Coast 3 Borders Three Abbeys Loop Central Belt (East Lothian, Edinburgh, Fife, Clackmannanshire, Falkirk) 4 Go East Lothian Trail 5 Capital Trail 6 From Forth to Fife 7 Discovering Perthshire's Heritage 8 Explore Your Boundaries Clackmannanshire 9 Falkirk Adventure Route 10 The John Muir Way Argyll and the Isles 11 Dunoon Dirt Dash 12 Wild About Argyll Trail 13 Bikepacking Argyll's Islands 14 Around Loch Awe Central Highlands 15 Highland Perthshire Drovers Trail 16 The Cateran Gran Fondo 17 Cairngorms National Park Loop 18 From Coast to Barrell 19 A Scottish Hostelling Adventure North of Scotland 20 Alternative North Coast 500

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Book SynopsisMore than a map,an essential piece of equipment. This new generation HARVEY Superwalker is designed to be the most practical tool for navigation outdoors. The format gives more mapping on the sheet without making the map heavy and bulky. The fold has been developed to allow you to open directly to any part, and either side of the sheet easily no more struggling in the wind. The Superwalker XT25 is based on original HARVEY mapping with all the information a walker would expect on a map at 1:25,000 scale. The whole of the Arran Coastal Route is also shown on this map. The clarity of the mapping has been improved to enable more people to read it without their glasses. The map is uncluttered by information irrelevant to the walker.The precise contouring and delicate hill shading give an immediate picture of the ground. Experience the satisfaction of fine navigation with the Superwalker XT25, now printed on our 100% waterproof and almost indestructible paper, whatever the weather!

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook describes the Snowdonia Way in Wales, a long-distance route through Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park from Machynlleth to Conwy. A low-level route of 97 miles (in 6 stages of between 13 and 21 miles) passes through the heart of Eryri's stunning mountain scenery and includes Pass of Aberglaslyn, Ogwen Valley and Aber Falls. It is suitable for walkers of average fitness and stamina, though the day stages are long. An alternative mountain route covers 122 miles in 9 stages of 12-18 miles, giving a spectacular journey over the most famous peaks such as Cadair Idris, Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and the Glyders. The high-level route is more physically challenging and requires good navigation skills. Full route descriptions for each stage are accompanied by OS maps and profiles. The guide also includes lists of accommodation and transport providers and a table of facilities to help with itinerary planning. Background notes on Eryri's geology, wildlife and history and extra information about features encountered along the way will help you discover more about this ancient and beautiful land.Table of ContentsCONTENTS Map key Transport map Overview map Route summary table Introduction The Snowdonia Way Landscape Plants and wildlife Geology History Understanding Welsh When to go Getting there Accommodation Planning your itinerary Route difficulty What to take Maps and GPS Safety Using this guide The Snowdonia Way Stage 1 Machynlleth to Dolgellau Stage 1A Machynlleth to Abergynolwyn (mountain route) Stage 1B Abergynolwyn to Dolgellau (mountain route) Stage 2 Dolgellau to Trawsfynydd Stage 2A Dolgellau to Trawsfynydd (mountain route) Stage 3 Trawsfynydd to Beddgelert Stage 3A Trawsfynydd to Penrhyndeudraeth (mountain route) Stage 3B Penrhyndeudraeth to Beddgelert (mountain route) Stage 4 Beddgelert to Dolwyddelan Stage 4A Beddgelert to Pen-y-Pass (mountain route) Stage 4B Pen-y-Pass to Capel Curig (mountain route) Stage 5 Dolwyddelan to Bethesda Stage 5A Capel Curig to Bethesda (mountain route) Stage 6 Bethesda to Conwy Stage 6A Bethesda to Conwy (mountain route) Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Facilities tables Appendix C Useful contacts Appendix D Further reading

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Book SynopsisAn essential guidebook for walking the GR5, one of the world's most spectacular long-distance trails. The GR5 makes its way through the Alps from the shores of Lac Léman at Geneva to the Mediterranean at Nice. A route of 674km (420 miles), it can be trekked in a month, or split over a series of summer trips. The GR5 is well within the reach of fit and moderately experienced walkers and backpackers. There is good signposting and waymarking, and accommodation, food and drink are all available at regular intervals. The paths and tracks are generally well graded, while steep climbs are tackled on zigzag paths, so the overall gradient is not so severe. Every summer, thousands of walkers embark on this trek. This guidebook also describes some scenic variant routes, including the stunning GR55 through the Vanoise National Park and the delightful GR52 that crosses the Mercantour National Park. Full descriptions and maps are provided for these alternatives. The book includes daily stages, timings, ascents and descents, full-colour mapping and gradient profiles, alongside information about facilities and services along the route. The result is an ideal companion to planning and completing your trek. Two further Cicerone guidebooks cover the remaining sections of the GR5; 'The GR5 Trail - Vosges and Jura', and 'The GR5 Trail - Benelux and Lorraine' which together cover the route from Lac Léman to the Hoek Van Holland.Table of ContentsContents Map Key Overview Map Introduction Walking the GR5 Alpine Traverses Who Walks the GR5? Route Outline North-South/South-North Timings Waymarking GR5 Geology Alpine Flowers Alpine Wildlife Alpine Farming Pastous Language Travel to the Alps Travel Around the Alps Services on the GR5 Accommodation Food and Drink Telephones Path Conditions Alpine Weather When to Walk the GR5 Kit Check Maps Currency and Costs Emergencies Key Points Route Stage 1 Lac L#xe9;man to Les Houches Day 1 St Gingolph to La Chapelle d'Abondance (direct route) Day 1 Thonon-les-Bains to Chevenoz (alternative Day 1) Day 2 Chevenoz to La Chapelle d'Abondance (alternative Day 2) Day 3 La Chapelle d'Abondance to Ch#xe9;sery Day 4 Ch#xe9;sery to Samoëns Day 5 Samoëns to Refuge de Moëde Anterne Day 6 Refuge de Moëde Anterne to Les Houches Stage 2 Les Houches to Landry Day 7 Les Houches to Les Contamines Day 7a Les Houches to Les Contamines (high-level route) Day 8 Les Contamines to Plan de la Lai Day 9 Plan de la Lai to Landry Stage 3 Landry to Modane GR5 Route Day 10 Landry to Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac Day 11 Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac to Val d'Is#xe8;re Day 12 Val d'Is#xe8;re to BessansDay 13 Bessans to Refuge du Plan du Lac Day 14 Refuge du Plan du Lac to Le Montana Day 15 Le Montana to Modane/Fourneaux GR55 High-level route (Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac to Modane) Day 11 Refuge d'Entre-le-Lac to Refuge d'Entre Deux Eaux Day 12 Refuge d'Entre Deux Eaux to Roc de la P#xea;che Day 13 Roc de la P#xea;che to Modane/Fourneaux GR5E Low-level route (Bonneval-sur-Arc to Modane) Day 13 Bonneval-sur-Arc to Lanslevillard Day 14 Lanslevillard to Bramans Day 15 Bramans to Modane/Fourneaux Stage 4 Modane to Ceillac Day 16 Modane/Fourneaux to Refuge du Thabor Day 17 Refuge du Thabor to Plampinet Day 17a La Valle troite to Plampinet (GR5B alternative) Day 18 Plampinet to Briançon Day 18a N#xe9;vache to Briançon (GR5C alternative) Day 19 Briançon to Brunissard Day 20 Brunissard to Ceillac Stage 5 Ceillac to Auron Day 21 Ceillac to La Barge/Maljasset Day 22 La Barge/Maljasset to Larche Day 23 Larche to Bousieyas Day 24 Bousieyas to Auron Stage 6 Auron to Nice - GR5 Day 25 Auron to Refuge de Longon Day 26 Refuge de Longon to St Dalmas Day 27 St Dalmas to Utelle Day 28 Utelle to Aspremont Day 29 Aspremont to Nice Stage 7 St Dalmas to Garavan/Menton - GR52 Day 27 St Dalmas to Le Bor#xea;on Day 28 Le Bor#xea;on to Refuge de Nice Day 29 Refuge de Nice to Refuge des Merveilles Day 30 Refuge des Merveilles to Camp d'Argent Day 32 Sospel to Garavan/Menton Appendix 2 Route Summary - South to North Appendix 3 Accommodation List Appendix 4 Basic French for the GR5

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Book SynopsisThe author was a 3-times Olympic Judo champion in his youth, and became the chief instructor of Kodokan - the official Judo headquarters. This hardcover book is the successor to the perennial bestseller 'Kodokan Judo', by the founder Jigoro Kano, and contains full descriptions of all 67 throws, with variations and practice guides. In addition, the author details the origins of some techniques using old and rare photos of Kano in action. Destined to be a classic and a must for all judo practitioners.

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Book Synopsis​UPDATED EDITION With over 300 photographs – from the 1950s to the present day and many previously unpublished – this stunning book is the ultimate celebration of Formula One. This new updated version includes photographs from Rosberg's winning and retiring year. From the charismatic rivalries of Juan Manuel Fangio and Stirling Moss and the highly competitive Championship battles of Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna, through to the historic tales of Monaco’s winding course and the atmospheric crowds of Monza, the adrenaline-fueled, high-octane world of Formula One has created some of the greatest moments in sporting history. Chronicling both the changing face of the teams and their cars, from Lotus and Cooper to Williams and Ferrari, and of course the legendary drivers who have pushed their machines and themselves to the limits, these incredible photographs are from the archive of Bernard Cahier and his son, Paul- Henri who have been trackside capturing the drama of the Formula One Championships since the 1950s. Brought to life by Formula One correspondent Maurice Hamilton, they tell the story behind the infamous circuits that have played host to intense rivalries which have produced moments of tragedy and triumph that read like a film script.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 36 walks in the natural and national parks of Spain’s Andalucía region. Graded by difficulty from easy strolls to strenuous mountain hikes, there are routes to suit both beginner and more experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 4 to 21km (2–13 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. They are split between six diverse areas based on the six parks: Aracena, Grazalema, Los Alcornocales, La Axarquía (the coastal plain around Nerja, just south of the Almijara), Las Alpujarras (in the Sierra Nevada) and Cazorla. Clear route description illustrated with 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available for download Information on bases and facilities Local points of interest Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Table of ContentsContents Map Legend
 Overview Map Introduction Aracena Regional Introduction 1. Aracena eastern circuit via Corteconcepción 2. Aracena western circuit via Linares 3. Al#xe1;jar eastern circuit via Linares 4. Al#xe1;jar western circuit via Castaño del Robledo 5. Almonaster circuit 6. Galoroza circuit via Castaño del Robledo Grazalema Regional Introduction 1. Benaoj#xe1;n Estación to Jimera de Libar 2. Montejaque circuit 3. Grazalema circuit via El Reloj & Simancón 4. Grazalema to Benaoc#xe1;z 5. Grazalema northern circuit 6. Zahara de La Sierra circuit Los Alcornocales Regional Introduction 1. Jimena western circuit 2. Jimena northern circuit 3. La Sauceda to Pico del Aljibe 4. Casares circuit 5. Gaucín western circuit 6. Benarrab#xe1; circuit La Axarquía Regional Introduction 1. Maro to Frigiliana via El Camino del Im#xe1;n 2. Frigiliana to El Fuerte 3. Cómpeta eastern circuit 4. Cómpeta northern circuit 5. Canillas de Albaida circuit 6. Sayalonga circuit via Corumbela Las Alpujarras Regional Introduction 1. Pampaneira circuit via Capileira & Bubión 2. Capileira circuit via the Poqueira Gorge 3. La Cebadilla High Acequias circuit 4. Bubión circuit via Junta de los Rios & Capilerilla 5. Ferreirola circuit via La Tah#xe1; 6. Ferreirola circuit via Busqusitar Cazorla Regional Introduction 1. Cazorla circuit via San Sebastian 2. Cazorla circuit via El Chorro 3. Cazorla circuit via El Gilillo 4. La Iruela circuit via Fuente del Oso 5. The Río Borosa gorge walk 6. Puente de Las Herrerias circuit via Poyos de la Mesa Appendices Appendix 1 Glossary Appendix 2 Summary of routes

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Book SynopsisThe greenest of the Canary Islands awaits the walker with more variety of landscapes than can be found in any other similarly small region in the world. Wide valleys, wild gorges and crater landscapes, pine- and laurel forests, banana plantations, cascades and waterfalls form a rich contrast with one another. The walking here is superb and the dark-black beaches, beautiful as they are, pale into insignificance in comparison to the offerings of nature which in all corners of the island surprise you with ever-changing scenery. The island offers incomparably pleasant strolls between gleaming lava beaches, lush laurel woods and cloud-ringed ridges. And ever-present is the deep blue Atlantic. La Palma is made for the walker who loves nature and seeks adventures away from the noisy beach resorts and cheap tourist attractions. This guide presents the walker with a wide range of enjoyable walks incorporating every region on the island: from physically demanding excursions into the rugged barrancos in the north to the romantic scenery of the setting sun on the 2000 metre peaks, not to mention the truly phenomenal volcano route; from gentle walks through bright green pine forests and across dark lava streams to the most spectacular destination on the island: the giant unspoilt landscape of the Caldera de Taburiente, surrounded by thousand metre high precipices, one of the greatest erosion craters in the world. This Rother guide is the most comprehensive and popular walking guide to La Palma and has been the definitive guide for many years. The present edition has been totally revised and now extended to include 69 walks an all-round successful guide, excellently illustrated with maps (scale 1:50,000), which will arouse your curiosity and can be highly recommended to all mountain lovers on La Palma.

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 1944, and reprinted many times since then, the latest reissue of this magnificent book contains, for the first time, fully illustrated details of all minor amendments and corrections that have come to light over the years. These have been collected and collated by Geoffrey Budworth with the help of other members of the International Guild of Knot Tyers.

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018 WINNER OF THE TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS BIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR 2019 THE FULL STORY BEHIND THE RISE, FALL AND RISE AGAIN OF TIGER WOODS 'A rattling read... Superbly written' Daily Mail‘Arguably the most serious attempt ever made to get behind golf’s great enigma' Guardian'Exhilarating, depressing, tawdry and moving... perfectly pitched biography' New York Times Based on three years of extensive research and reporting, two of today’s most acclaimed investigative journalists, Jeff Benedict of Sports Illustrated and eleven-time Emmy Award winner Armen Keteyian, deliver the first major biography of Tiger Woods - sweeping in scope and packed with groundbreaking, behind-the-scenes details of the Shakespearean rise and epic fall of a global icon. InTrade Review'An admirable piece of reporting...a rattling read, taking us through the most dramatic rise and fall of perhaps any sportsman in history. Superbly written.' -- Derek Lawrenson * Daily Mail *'This meticulous, dogged, thorough re-examination of his life suggests there was more to Woods than met the eye... There are many more anecdotes in this pacey, unyielding book that make you squirm as you read them.' -- Jim White * Mail on Sunday *'All the grisly details are here...a professionally executed, admirably even-toned biography whose only fault may prove to be in arriving a few chapters early.' -- Giles Smith * The Times *‘Arguably the most serious attempt ever made to get behind golf’s great enigma, taking a meticulously investigative approach to his fall from grace.’ -- Emma John * Guardian *'A superb read' -- Paul Kimmage'Magnificent' -- Michael Calvin'A portrait more complete than any that have come before' -- David Walsh * Sunday Times *'As forensic an analysis of the golfer’s life and times as has ever been on the shelves in Tiger Woods. Detail of Woods’s infidelity is striking, tales such as how his father remains in an unmarked grave and first girlfriend was ruthlessly cut off from the emerging icon desperately sad.' -- Ewan Murray * Observer *'I found it exhilarating, depressing, tawdry and moving in almost equal measure...There is beauty and awe in this perfectly pitched biography, as we watch Woods’s skills blossom...This intense book gives us Woods’s almost mythical rise and fall. It has torque and velocity, even when all of Woods’s shots, on the course and off it, begin heading for the weeds.' -- Dwight Garner * New York Times *'As realistic and compelling a third-person portrait as we’re likely to get. Highly recommend.' -- Mark Eglinton'A scathing and vivid re-examination of the double life of a serial philanderer, sex addict and liar who was also once a revered athlete and the wealthiest sportsman in the world.' * Mail on Sunday, Sports Books of the Year *'For most of his life, Tiger Woods has remained an enigma, hiding in full view... which is why the American sports writers Jeff Benedict and Armen Keteyian deserve our appreciation and plaudits for their mighty work, Tiger Woods... with their exhaustive research, they left nothing to chance. They cut through a forest of false trails and road blocks, gathering together testimonies on and off the record from scores of people to provide as comprehensive a view of Tiger as anyone could manage.' -- Kevin Mitchell * Observer *‘This scrupulously researched biography chronologically details the life of a man who many believe is the greatest golfer to have ever lived and it reads as a poetic encyclopedia... This factual, critical and thought-provoking account covers Wood’s life on and off the course… It is arguably impossible to empathise with Woods…But this account goes a long way to helping you understand him.’ -- Adam Powers * Daily Express *'With the rigour that marks the best American journalistic traditions...[Tiger's] career chronicled and his flaws laid bare.' * Sunday Times, Sports Books of the Year *'Another triumph of old-school reporting... to reveal a largely unflattering picture of the greatest golfer of our age – although given what they also reveal about Woods’s upbringing you can’t help feeling some sympathy for him as well.' -- Sean Ingle * Observer *'An exhaustive account...of his incredible rise, fall and rise again.' -- David Gurney * Metro, Top 30 Sports Books of the Last 30 Years *'An ambitious 360-degree portrait of golf's most scrutinised figure...it is a book brimming with revealing details about Woods' unique background. The real achievement in Tiger Woods is...in describing how Woods became who he is - uniquely gifted, widely admired, but also emotionally stunted by his parents. The book features fresh reporting on almost every significant element of Woods' story.' -- Sam Weinman * Golf Digest *'Immensely readable...the authors have laid out a saga that is part myth, part Shakespeare, part Jackie Collins, plus a touch of ESPN... Benedict and Keteyian bring us along for the ride in a whirlwind of a biography that reads honest and true.' -- Leigh Montville * Wall Street Journal *'A scene-by-scene account of Woods' rise, implosion and imperfect return. The prodigy...makes for a sad subject. The book is stronger on the insanity that surrounds (and possibly inhabits) Woods.' -- Simon Kuper * Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisCasey Stoner, the two-time World MotoGP champion, tells his own explosive story.Trade ReviewA must-read for MotoGP fans. * SPORT *

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Book SynopsisDean Karnazes has pushed his body and mind to inconceivable limits, from running in the shoe-melting heat of Death Valley to the lung-freezing cold of the South Pole. He's raced and competed across the globe and once ran 50 marathons, in 50 states, in 50 consecutive days.In A Runner's High, Karnazes chronicles his return to the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run in his mid-fifties after first completing the race decades ago. The Western States, infamous for its rugged terrain and extreme temperatures, becomes the most demanding competition of his life, a physical and emotional reckoning and a battle to stay true to one's purpose. Confronting his age, wearying body, career path and life choices, we see Karnazes as we never have before, raw and exposed. A Runner's High is both an endorphin-fuelled page-turner and a love letter to the sport from one of its most celebrated ambassadors.Trade ReviewA book that will inspire athletes of all stripes, whatever their aches and pains, to hit the ground running. * Kirkus Reviews *Runners are sure to be captivated by this account of an unconventional endurance athlete who tenaciously challenges physical and mental boundaries. * Booklist *Fans of extreme sports will consider this a must-read and appreciate the pithy motivational bits peppered throughout ... But the winning tone and message will lend this broader appeal to inspiration-seeking readers and those who appreciate accounts of the gruelling end of human endeavour. * Publishers Weekly *Dean Karnazes' writing wakes up the appetite to run long distances. In this book, Dean takes us on a lifelong journey of ultramarathons, through the ups and downs, the friendships and lonely moments, and the struggles and rewards of each race. Dean writes in a direct and intimate way that keeps us reading like he runs - without stopping. -- Kilian Jornet, world champion ultramarathonerThose of us who devoured Ultramarathon Man are in for a treat. In A Runner's High, Dean reveals his heart and bares his soul. Returning to the legendary Western States, he openly and candidly shares the highs and lows of his life and career choices as an ever-enduring long distance runner. You will see Dean as never before, and you will be captivated and drawn into this adventure right alongside him. -- Kara Goucher, two-time Olympian & silver medalist at the 2007 World ChampionshipsFull of euphoric highs...a journey into distance running that is much less about sweat than about the emotional terrain that unfolds at the frontier of endurance. * New York Times on ULTRAMARATHON MAN *[Karnazes'] spirited memoir...can help mere mortals who want to push past their perceived limits or simply jump-start their sedentary lives. * Chicago Tribune on ULTRAMARATHON MAN *An exhibition of unadulterated courage and mental and physical stamina [for] anyone who likes to read about ordinary people doing extraordinary things. * Boston Globe on ULTRAMARATHON MAN *Heart-stopping stuff. * The Economist on ULTRAMARATHON MAN *Dean Karnazes' latest book, A Runner's High, is an unfiltered look inside the world of endurance sports from the original Ultramarathon Man. Dean has lived many lifetimes during his storied career and he takes us on that journey with all the detail, honesty and introspection of a man that's lived in those shoes. The narrative is snappy and humorous and we get a behind the curtain look at what it takes to live a life of adventure and all that comes with it: the good, bad and ugly but also the beautiful and sublime when everything magically comes together and you achieve something truly mind-blowing. -- Michael Wardian, Guinness World Record Holder & 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 continents winnerThis metaphor- and imagery-filled romp through the ultramarathon of life is a must read...We need more books like this about running - the ones not simply about training and winning, but the ones that explore running as a way to get to our most human selves, and running for running's sake. -- Mirna Valerio, runner, speaker, authorDean's accomplishments, his stories, his tenacity, his advice and his wisdom shine through in A Runner's High and will inspire the reader to believe that anything is possible if you believe in yourself, have the courage and run with your heart. -- Dave McGillivray, Race Director Boston Marathon, Ironman and Trans-America runnerI loved the vulnerability Dean exposes in his journey to show the reader that despite all the superhuman feats, he is human like the rest of us. His words have the ability to leave us wondering, what am I capable of? If you love stories about the power of the human spirit, this book is a classic. -- Tina Muir, Running For Real Founder and Professional RunnerA Runner's High is a powerful narrative on life, running and finding meaning through perseverance. Every runner should read this book -- Jason Koop, bestselling author of TRAINING ESSENTIALS FOR ULTRARUNNINGDean Karnazes' writing is as inspiring as his amazing running accomplishments...After reading A Runner's High, I had to go out and run! -- Jeff Galloway, US Olympian & creator of the Galloway MethodTable of Contents1: Endurance Never Sleeps 2: Growing Pains 3: Why We Run 4: Follow the Path 5: Can't Stop; Won't Stop 6: The Aftermath 7: The Silk Road Ultra 8: The Long Run 9: Chasing Windmills 10: Friendship and Fatherhood 11: Lost in a White House 12: Just Did It 13: The Cavs and the Cavs-Nots 14: To Cut Is to Heal 15: Back to the Start 16: Let's Get This Party Started 17: Loose Lug Nuts 18: The Silly and the Sublime 19: The Meltdown 20: Head Fake 21: Embrace the Suck 22: London Calling 23: The Light

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Book SynopsisThis is an A-Z collection of some of Liverpool FC's fans' favourite chants. Including timeless tunes and clever or funny lyrics, this book will gladden the hearts of Reds fans of any age.

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Book SynopsisGet your training off to a great start, from basic kicks to training and tournaments, this book is a perfect introduction to kung fu for beginners. It's everything you need to get started in kung fu!Trade Review"These are great books if you are starting either Kung Fu classes, or enrolling in a Jeet Kune Do academy. Both provide the basic information about the art. I would easily recommend these to anyone that was starting up their new martial path, and wanted to know what to expect from the Kung Fu that they signed up for, or even how Jeet Kune Do differs from other martial arts." -- Jaredd Wilson, Martial Thoughts

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Book SynopsisEast Highland Way is an exciting new unofficial long distance route between Fort William and Aviemore. Pioneered by Kevin Langan, this 82 mile trail forms a new link between the northern end of the West Highland Way and the southern end of the Speyside Way. It also joins with the Great Glen Way at Fort William. It is a tranquil route which takes in a varied and wild landscape and includes the ancient Caledonian Forests of Inshriach, loch-side trails and mountain wilderness. Access to accommodation has been carefully considered wherever possible, making this route accessible to walkers of all abilities. XT40 New generation of tough polyethylene maps The HARVEY series of Long Distance Route maps is an established success. Now the advanced technology used in the creation of our best-selling British Mountain Maps is also applied to the route maps. These maps are a leap forward in technical excellence. They are tough, durable, light and 100% waterproof virtually indestructible in normal use. They are light to carry, and compact not the great bulky package you get with a laminated map. The map is detailed, with the routes clearly marked. It also contains general information, useful telephone numbers and a full key. Detailed, clear and easy to read. Printed on tough 100% waterproof, tearproof paper. Light to carry less than half the weight of a laminated map. Good value: whole route on one map. Information on accommodation and services.

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Book SynopsisHere, for the first time, is an in-depth, factual look at the entire art of ninjutsu, including the emergence of the ninja warriors and philosophy in feudal Japan; detailed historical events; its context in the development of other schools of martial arts; and the philosophies and exercises of the school today.Based on more than ten years of study and translation of authentic Japanese texts, including many that have never before been translated, this is the most comprehensive and accurate study of the art of ninjutsu ever written outside of Japan. This ninja book includes studies of ninjutsu history, philosophy, wisdom, and presents a wide range of information from authors, historians, chronicles and scrolls in order to foster a deep understanding of this "shadowy" art.For those who train in ninjutsu, for other martial art practitioners, for historians, and for anyone with an interest in Japanese feudal history or Japanese martial arts, The Ninja: The Secret History of Ninjutsu shines a light on this enigmatic subject.Trade Review"Dr. Zoughari's visionary work connects old ways with the new, breathing life and new meaning into an often controversial subject in a way that benefits all who will read these pages." --Shihan Christopher Davy, from his Foreword"His translation of Takamatsu's autobiography, albeit short, was powerful to me...The art shown in the book is beautiful and adds context to the text." --MartialArtsPlanet.com blog"This insightful book is filled with obscure and documented details about Ninjutsu, as well as Dr. Zoughari's thoughts and fascinating analysis on the subject. The later chapters, of the secrets texts of Ninjutsu were fascinating. For me, understanding how these warriors fit into the Japanese warfare model was an enlightening read. This book is for both history and martial arts lovers alike." --Zohar Laor, Man of la Book blog

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 33 walks in Portugal’s Algarve region. Exploring the stunning scenery of both the coast and interior, the routes are graded by difficulty, with options suitable for beginner and experienced walker alike.Walks range from 4 to 17km (2–11 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–6 hours. They are presented in four sections covering the eastern Algarve, central region, south coast and Costa Vicentina. Clear route description illustrated with 1:25,000 and 1:50,000 mapping GPX files available to download Information on refreshments, access, parking and public transport Highlights include Cabo de São Vicente and Fóia (the highest peak in the region’s Serra de Monchique mountains) Notes on local geology, history, plants and wildlife Table of ContentsMap key Overview map Introduction Geography and geology Plants and flowers Wildlife Brief history When to go Getting there Getting around Accommodation What to take Waymarking Using this guide Eastern Algarve Walk 1 Barrancos Walk 2 Mina e Albufeira Walk 3 Masmorra trail Walk 4 Cerro dos Negros Walk 5 Fonte Ben#xe9;mola Walk 6 Rocha da Pena Walk 7 Paderne castle Central region Walk 8 Levada trail Walk 9 Fonte Santa Walk10 Monchique-Foia loop Walk 11 Caldas de Monchique to Picota and to Monchique Walk 12 Foia-Penedo do Buraco circular Walk 13 Barbelote waterfall circular Walk 14 Marmelete circular Walk 15 Barragem da Bravura Walk 16 Barão de São João art trail Walk 17 Barão de São João forest circular South Coast Walk 18 Albufeira to Gal#xe9; Walk 19 Praia do Vale do Olival to Praia da Marinha Walk 20 Praia da Marinha to Praia Vale de Centeanes Walk 21 Praia Vale de Centeanes to Ferragudo Walk 22 Praia do Barranco das Canas short coast walk Walk 23 Alvor boardwalk Walk 24 Lagos to Luz Walk 25 Luz to Salema Walk 26 Salema to Sagres Walk 27 Sagres to Cabo de São Vicente Costa Vicentina Walk 28 Cabo de São Vicente-Praia do Telheiro circular Walk 29 Castelejo circular Walk 30 Carrapateira circular Walk 31 Bordeira circular Walk 32 Fortaleza da Arrifana circular Walk 33 Praia da Amoreira circular Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Portuguese-English glossary Appendix C Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisForeword by Levison Wood, presenter of Walking the Americas. A comprehensive, fascinating and inspiring gallery of the great adventures that changed our world.Throughout history there have been brave men and women who dared to go where few had gone before. They broke new ground by drawing on incredible reserves of courage, fortitude and intelligence in the face of terrible adversity. Their endeavours changed the world and inspired generations.Spanning several centuries and united by the common theme of the resilience of the human spirit, this is the ultimate collection of the stories of the intrepid explorers who forged new frontiers across land, sea, skies and space.50 incredible journeys including; Tenzing and Hillary's conquest of Everest Neil Armstrong's giant leap Christopher Columbus' new world Amelia Earhart flying the Atlantic gold fever in the Yukon the hunt for a man-eating leopard in IndiaGreat Expeditions includes not only some of the most famous journeys in history but also introduces many more that ought to be more widely recognised and celebrated.Trade Review‘Hearing of this title my heart sunk a little, a book filled with (mostly) Victorian moustache twiddling tales of derring do – or so I thought – how wrong can you be? Instead the word journey has been interpreted in its broadest sense.’ – Sue Baker (Love Reading) Voted as October 2016 Non-Fiction Book of the Month. ‘If you want some journey inspiration…’ – Levison Wood

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Book Synopsis** SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE**** SHORTLISTED FOR THE EDWARD STANFORD TRAVEL WRITING AWARD - TRAVEL MEMOIR OF THE YEAR **'A beautiful and magnificent book. A paean to a simple act. I defy you to read this book and not be inspired to walk, march or hike - and as a result live a better life more connected with nature and the world around you.' - Simon Reeve'A lovely book, fast-flowing yet at every turn giving the reader pause for thought. Kate Humble makes a delightful companion, her words full of sunshine and the raw pleasure she radiates as she encounters life in its many unexpected forms.' - Benedict Allen'A lovely, civilised and transporting read, that should have all of us stepping out to meet the world with fresh eyes.' - Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall'An enticing read that makes every walk Humble describes an adventure' - Ranulph Fiennes'I've discovered that going for a daily walk has become as essential to me feeling good for the rest of the day as that first cup of tea. But I would argue that all I am doing is responding to a natural need we all have. Humans have always been migrants, the physiological urge to be nomadic is deep-rooted in all of us and perhaps because of that our brains are stimulated by walking. I solve all sorts of problems, formulate ideas, work things out to that gentle rhythm of self-propelled movement.' - Kate HumbleThinking on My Feet tells the story of Kate's walking year - shining a light on the benefits of this simple activity. Kate's inspiring narrative not only records her walks (and runs) throughout a single year, but also charts her feelings and impressions throughout - capturing the perspectives that only a journey on foot allows - and shares the outcomes: a problem solved, a mood lifted, an idea or opportunity borne. As she explores the reasons why we walk, whether for creative energy, challenge and pleasure, or therapeutic benefits, Kate's reflections and insights will encourage, motivate and spur readers into action.Also featured are Kate's walks with others who have discovered the magical, soothing effect of putting one foot in front of the other - the artist who walks to find inspiration for his next painting; the man who takes people battling with addiction to climb mountains; the woman who walked every footpath in Wales (3,700 miles) when she discovered she had cancer.This book will inspire you to change your perspective by applying walking to your daily endeavours. *PRAISE FOR THINKING ON MY FEET * 'A diary of sorts, charting a year of wonderful walks through the sun, wind and rain...each entry builds an image of her life in the great out

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