Sports and outdoor recreation Books
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Books on Demand Aqua Fitness in der Schule & Aqua Nordic Walking:
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£21.76
Tredition Gmbh Pole Dance and Fitness
£16.59
Books on Demand Motorradtouren leicht gemacht
£29.35
Kiseido Publishing Company One Thousand and One Life-and-Death Problems
£21.60
HarperCollins India Brave New Pitch: The Evolution Of Modern Cricket
£10.19
Westland Books Pvt Ltd Third Man: Recollections from a Life in Cricket
£15.99
Forgotten Books Taylor on Golf Impressions Comments and Hints Classic Reprint
£27.54
Hodder & Stoughton Crickets Great Entertainers
Book SynopsisHenry Blofeld singles out the most exciting and entertaining cricketers of all time in his irrepressibly enthusiastic book.Trade ReviewIt confirms his encyclopaedic knowledge of the game from Alfred Mynn to Michael Vaughan * Daily Mail *
£12.34
Taylor & Francis Ltd The Politics of Sport in South Asia
Book SynopsisBehind the spectacle of entertainment, sport is a subject with political issues at every level. These issues range from the social, with divisions created along gender and class lines, to the use of sport to pursue diplomatic and statecraft goals. In addition, some sports are positioned and promoted as national events both in public opinion and in the media.This book seeks to explore some aspects of the notion of power in sport in south Asia and among south Asians abroad. The first two chapters deal with the internal societal dimensions of the politics of sport; the next three relate to the politics inside the sporting world in the subcontinent and its bridge with the broader arena of the society through the media, while the last five relate to the use of sports in statecraft, consensus building and international politics.This book was based on two special issues of the International Journal of the History of Sport.Table of Contents1. Introduction: Fields of Power Subhas Ranjan Chakraborty, Shantanu Chakraborti and Kingshuk Chatterjee 2. Physical Education, Sport and the Intersection and Articulation of ‘Modernities’: The Hanuman Vyayam Prasarak Mandal Joseph S. Alter 3. The Hindu Ascetic as Fitness Instructor: Reviving Faith in Yoga Chandrima Chakraborty 4. The Centrality of Cricket in Indo-Australian Relations: India, Australia and the 'Cricket Imaginary' Brian Stoddart 5. Feel Good, Goodwill and India's Friendship Tour of Pakistan, 2004: Cricket, Politics and Diplomacy in Twenty-First-Century India Kausik Bandyopadhyay 6. The Golden Years of Indian Hockey: 'We Climb the Victory Stand' Boria Majumdar 7. 'The Wood Magic': Cricket in India – A Postcolonial Benediction Somshankar Ray 8. The Culture and Politics of Local Sporting Heroes in Late Colonial Bengal and Princely Orissa: The Case of Santimoy Pati Projit B. Mukharji 9. Fair's Unfair: Simulations of Consumption and Career in Indian Advertising Anisha Datta 10. The Great Indian Willow Trick: Cricket, Nationalism and India's TV News Revolution, 1998 – 2005 Nalin Mehta 11. Reading Cricket Fiction in the Times of Hindu Nationalism and Farmer Suicides: Fallacies of Textual Interpretation Nissim Mannathukkaren 12. Virtually There: Cricket, Community, and Commerce on the Internet Sanjay Joshi
£82.64
Taylor & Francis Ltd Mathematics and Science for Exercise and Sport
Book SynopsisMathematics and Science for Sport and Exercise introduces students to the basic mathematical and scientific principles underpinning sport and exercise science. It is an invaluable course companion for students who have little prior experience of maths or science, and an ideal revision aid for higher level undergraduate students.The book explains the basic scientific principles that help us to understand sport, exercise and human movement, using a wide range of well-illustrated practical examples. Written by three leading sport scientists with many years experience teaching introductory courses, the book guides beginning students through those difficult to grasp areas of basic maths and science, and identifies the common problems and misconceptions that students often experience. It includes coverage of key areas such as: science of physical states â gas, liquid and solid science of biomechanics, motion and energy mathematical formulae, calculus, and differential equations statistics scientific report writing key concepts such as pressure, torque and velocity self-test features and highlighted key points throughout each chapter. Fully referenced, with guides to further reading, this book is an essential companion for all students on foundation or undergraduate level courses in sport and exercise science, kinesiology, and the human movement sciences.Table of Contents1.Introduction Part1 Physical states 2.Gases 3.Liquids 4.Solids Part 2 Force, pressure, energy and electricity 5.Force and pressure 6.Energy 7.ElectricityPart 3 Scientific transferable skills 8.Data analysis 9.Numerical Calculations 10.Report writing Appendix 1: Health questionnaire Appendix 2: Examples of consent forms Appendix 3: Thermal equivalents of oxygen Appendix 4: Scientific journals in sport and exercise Appendix 5:Measurement concepts
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Live Architecture Venues Stages and Arenas for
Book SynopsisLive Architecture explores the physical form of popular music performance space from 1960 to the present day.This book quantifies the factors that determine what makes a venue successful focusing on both famous and less well-known examples from the smallest barroom music space to the largest stadium-filling rock set. It draws on the authorâs extensive research expertise in the field of temporary and portable architecture, in the development of general contemporary architectural design, and personal experience of music performance.Including a range of case studies, the book analyses some of the most significant popular music venues, events and landmarks in the world. The detail of how a venue is created, how it is constructed, and the acoustic and visual environmental factors that impact on its success are examined here.Highly illustrated throughout with design drawings, plans and full colour photographs, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the architecture of live popular music.Table of Contents1. Foreword 2. Introduction 3. Adopted Spaces 3.1. 100 Club, London, UK, 1942 3.2. Birdland, New York, USA, 1949–1999 3.3. Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, USA, Hart Freeland Roberts, 1994 4. Adapted Spaces 4.1. HighLine Ballroom, New York, USA, Bluarch, 2007 4.2. VIP, Saint-Nazaire, France, LIN, 2007 4.3. O2 Arena, London, UK, Populous, 2007 4.4. O2 Arena, Dublin, Populous, Ireland, 2008 4.5. Knitting Factory, Brooklyn NY, USA, HeCho Inc., 2009 5. Dedicated Spaces 5.1. Grand Ole Opry, Nashville, USA, Welton Becket Assoc., 1974 5.2. The Cavern Club, Liverpool, UK, David Backhouse Architects, 1984 5.3. Colosseum, Caesar’s Palace, Las Vegas, USA, Scéno Plus, 2003 5.4. The Joint by Rogue, Las Vegas, USA, Scéno Plus, 2007 5.5. Liverpool Echo Arena, UK, Wilkinson Eyre, 2007 5.6. Sun Valley Music Pavilion, Idaho, USA, FTL, 2008 5.7. De Vorstin, Hilversum, Netherlands, Cie Arkitekten, 2010 6. Mobile Spaces 6.1. Valhalla, Rudi Enos, 2000 6.2. Rolling Stones Stage Set, ‘A Bigger Bang’, StuFish, 2005 6.3. Martina McBride Stage Sets, Studio 10A 2006–10 6.4. U2 360˚ Stage Set, Mark Fisher, StuFish, 2009–11 6.5. Glastonbury Festival, Pilton, Somerset, UK, 1971–2010
£128.25
The History Press Ltd The Quest for Speed
Book SynopsisYear by year, dramatic improvements in the winning speeds – often breaking records – charted the progress made, and this eventually had a great impact on the development of fighter aircraft in the Second World War and the future of the air industry alike.
£18.00
The History Press Ltd Keeping Quiet Paul Nixon
Book SynopsisThe wicketkeeper, known as his sport’s most prolific ‘sledger’, has amassed more than 20 years of stories from his career at the heart of the game and now reveals them in typically outspoken style.
£9.49
The History Press Ltd Bluey Wilkinson
Book SynopsisIn 1938 Arthur George Wilkinson became the first West Ham speedway rider to win the World Championship, and he remains one of the great names of the sport today. Bluey, as the diminutive Australian was universally known, carved his name into the annals of speedway history with a mixture of will, concentration, boldness and power that has rarely been matched by other riders.Wilkinson''s story is set in the 1930s, the early days of oval motorcycle racing in Australia and Britain. This was West Ham''s golden era, culminating in their Championship year of 1937, and the period in which the ''Custom House Comet'' became a legend. Brian Belton is an East End native, whose family have supported West Ham speedway from the very beginning. In this book he brings to life that Claret and Bluey decade which is now part of the history and folklore of London''s Docklands.
£13.49
Taylor & Francis Inc Sex and Tourism Journeys of Romance Love and Lust
Book SynopsisExplore the complex relationship between tourism and intimacy in this new book with a worldwide perspective! With a unique combination of academic and personal accounts, Sex and Tourism: Journeys of Romance, Love, and Lust takes you behind the scenes with motel owners, adventure travel guides, backpackers, and others working on all sides of the international tourism industry. The editors have created a model that views the situation from three different perspectives: tourist, tourism provider, and nature of the encounter. Unlike other related volumes, this book is not just about the sex trade, but also about the role of tourism in love, marriage, and relationships. The global focus of Sex and Tourism will introduce you to: off-season romance on the island of Crete sex tourism in Cambodia a South Korean museum dedicated to women forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese military the sexual aspects of adventure travel in Canada cross-culturTable of Contents About the Editors Contributors Preface Section I: The Setting Chapter 1. Conceptual Framework of the Nexus Between Tourism, Romance, and Sex Introduction Relationships Between Sex and Tourism The Centrality of Sex in the Tourism Experience The Encounter The Role of Tourism As Facilitator Conclusion Chapter 2. On Holiday in the Liminoid Playground: Place, Time, and Self in Tourism Introduction Place and Placelessness Sensing the Liminal/Liminoid Conclusion: The Importance of the Process of Traveling Section II: Romance on the Road Chapter 3. Island Girl (Lina M. Wong) Chapter 4. Romance, Retsina, and Reality in Crete Introduction Agia Galini, Crete Our Hosts Other Travelers Travel and the Single Woman Questions Raised and Some Conclusions Chapter 5. Transnational Marriage in Thailand: The Dynamics of Extreme Heterogamy Introduction Thai-Foreigner Intermarriage Prostitution and Transnational Marriage The Dynamics of Thai-Foreigner Marriages Discussion Conclusion Section III: The Tourism Industry As Facilitator Chapter 6. Sex Tourism: An Accommodation Provider's Perspective Introduction Motels and Sex Tourism The Hot Pillow Trade The Motel Operator's Perspective Chapter 7. The Adventure in Adventure Travel Introduction Group Composition Trip Phases Chapter 8. Condoms in the First Aid Kit: River Guides, Clients, and Sex Chapter 9. Attraction of the Naughty-Gentleman's Clubs As a Tourism Resource Introduction The Tradition of Stripping Gentlemen's Clubs As Part of a Market's Pull Matrix Structuring the Performative Space Legal Action, Novelty, and Bourbon Street in the French Quarter Conclusion Section IV: The Dark Side Chapter 10. Former Comfort Women As Touristic Objects in South Korea Introduction Tourism and Human Sexuality Former Comfort Women and the History of Japanese Military Sexual Slavery Conclusion Chapter 11. The Dark Side of Tourism and Sexuality: Trafficking of Nepali Girls for Indian Brothels (Nina Rao) Chapter 12. AIDS and Tourism: A Deadly Combination Introduction Tourism and HIV/AIDS Trends in Vietnamese Tourism Tourism and Prostitution Perceptions of Commercial Sex Workers Future Scenarios Conclusion Chapter 13. Sex Tourism: The Case of Cambodia Introduction Background The Sex Industry: Supply and Demand The Customers Impacts of Sex Tourism on Cambodia Conclusion Chapter 14. Ending Child Sex Tourism: A Vision for the Future Introduction Child Pornography and the InternetThe Globalization of Child Sex Tourism TourismA Catalyst for Change What Comes Next? Index Reference Notes Included
£166.25
Forgotten Books Practical Golf Classic Reprint
£20.67
Forgotten Books PresentDay Golf Classic Reprint
£21.52
Little, Brown Book Group Can I Carry Your Bags
Book SynopsisIn nearly 25 years as a sports journalist for the Independent, Daily Telegraph, and The Sunday Times, Martin Johnson has covered sporting events all over the world, including cricket and tennis in Australia, golf in America, Formula One in Kuala Lumpur, boxing in Cairo, petanque in Gran Canaria, beach volleyball in Brazil, Olympics in Sydney, football in China, and rugby in South Africa. Sounds like a nice job? You must be joking. Get the true story from sports journalism's equivalent of Victor Meldrew. Ever tried to get a phone call out of Nagpur? Make contact with the office from Norfolk Island? Trudged several miles up a Japanese mountain to watch Britain's No 1 woman skier plough straight through the first gate? Attempted to write a semi-coherent report after a night out with Ian Botham? Nearly frozen to death at a cricket match in New Zealand? Been hi-jacked in Moscow by a drunken Russian? It's hell out there, says Martin, who makes out his Trade ReviewMartin Johnson is the kind of writer who can make you burst out in laughter one minute and have you tearing your hair out the next. -- Andrew Green
£12.58
Taylor & Francis Inc Optimizing Physical Performance During Fasting
Book SynopsisOptimizing Physical Performance During Fasting and Dietary Restriction examines the effects of sustained fasting and food restrictions on metabolism and physical performance in athletes. It provides broad coverage including both religious and non-religious fasting and dietary restrictions.This practical and evidence-based guide outlines recent findings from peer-reviewed literature as well as original experiments conducted by the authors, who are experts in the supervision of athletes during fasting. The book presents findings and information simply and clearly and also summarizes implications for athletes. Written in an accessible style, each chapter reviews 30 to 100 investigations and also includes relevant citations, teaching objectives, definitions of key terms, summary of key points, practical implications for athletes, and questions for discussionTrade Review"This book is unique in that it excels in incorporating recent peer-reviewed literature. The content is laid out in an easy to navigate maner, enabling readers to find their topics of interest using the index and subsections. This is a useful book for readers interested in learning more about how sports nutrition practices may be affecting athletic performance. It is unique in the way it is able to cover a broad range of topics that closely integrate how future assessment and implementation of training programs can result in different outcomes, supported by case studies and peer-reviewed literature." —-5 stars (100/100), Erik H. Van Iterson, PhD, MS, MBio (Mayo Clinic), Doody's Book Review ServiceTable of ContentsIntroduction: Characteristics of Fasting. Changes of Body Mass and Energy Balance during Fasting and Dietary Restriction. Carbohydrate Metabolism and Fasting. Mobilization and Utilization of Lipids during Dietary Restriction Conditions. Protein Metabolism during Dietary Restriction. Hydration and Fluid Restriction in Athletes. Changes in Hormone Levels and Circadian Rhythms during Fasting. Oxidative Stress and Fasting. Effects of Dietary and Fluid Restrictions upon Physical Performance, Cognition and Vigilance. Nutritional Recommendations for Dietary Restriction. Tactics to Sustain Training and Competitive Performance during Fasting. Coping and Recovery Tactics during Fasting and Dietary Restriction. Miscellaneous Medical Issues during Dietary and Fluid Restriction. Conclusions.
£128.25
ECW Press,Canada Little Evil: One Ultimate Fighter's Rise to the
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ECW Press,Canada Mysteries Of Wrestling: Solved
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£16.19
ECW Press,Canada World Wrestling Insanity: The Decline and Fall of
Book SynopsisThe real madness behind the not-so-real mayhem - Guttman sets out to find out what's really been going on behind the scenes of the McMahonification of pro-wrestling, and discovers some family truths...
£17.09
ECW Press,Canada The Wrestlecrap Book Of Lists
Book SynopsisIrreverent, off-kilter and certain to be offensive to absolutely everybody - it's the one and only hit list of the stupidest rubbish ever put out by professional wrestling!
£17.09
ECW Press,Canada Benoit: Wrestling With the Horror that Destroyed
Book SynopsisIn the wake of the horrific double-murder suicide, four noted wrestling writers grapple with the life and death of Chris Benoit.
£13.49
ECW Press,Canada Beer, Blood And Cornmeal
Book SynopsisThe incredibly strange story of Incredibly Strange Wrestling - from its inception in the back alleys and seedy clubs of San Francisco to the outright bizarre characters who perform in the ring.
£17.09
ECW Press,Canada Shoot First Ask Questions Later: WORLD WRESTLING
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ECW Press,Canada Wrestling's Greatest Moments
Book SynopsisBrings readers the most memorable (and controversial) moments from the world of modern wresting.
£17.09
ECW Press,Canada Swimming With Piranhas: Surviving the Politics of
Book SynopsisReveals the politics behind one of the world's most infamous sports.
£16.19
ECW Press,Canada Slam! Wrestling: Shocking Stories from the
Book SynopsisSLAM! Wrestling is revered as the best-written wrestling site. This book brings the very best wrestling journalism together in print for the first time.
£15.29
ECW Press,Canada The Plate: 150 Years of Royal Tradition from Don
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ECW Press,Canada The Line: A Hunter's Passion for Breeding Dogs
Book SynopsisThe story of William Urseth who bred The Line, generations of German Shorthairs that won countless tournaments and created highs and heartbreaks in his life.
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ECW Press,Canada Golf's Finest Par Threes: The Art and Science of
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Arsenal Pulp Press One Ring Circus - Parallax: Extreme Wrestling in
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£14.39
Arsenal Pulp Press Universal Hunks: A Pictorial History of Muscular
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£24.64
Arsenal Pulp Press Major Misconduct: The Human Cost of Fighting in
Book SynopsisA sobering yet crucial analysis of fighting in hockey, and its devastating consequences.
£16.19
Firefly Books Ltd Skate Boarding Field Manual
£18.05
Autonomedia Kicks, Spits, And Headers: The Autobiographical
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£14.40
Hatherleigh Press,U.S. Body Sculpting With Kettlebells For Men: Over 50
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£17.09
Seven Stories Press,U.S. Racing While Black: How an African-American Stock
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£17.09
The Library of America The Top Of His Game: The Best Sportswriting of W.
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£18.89
Workman Publishing Fans: How Watching Sports Makes Us Happier,
Book SynopsisThe perfect book for everyone cheering from the couch during the Tokyo Olympics Larry Olmsted’s writing and research have been called “eye-opening” (People), “impressive” (Publishers Weekly, starred review), and “enlightening” (Kirkus Reviews). Now, the New York Times and Washington Post bestselling author turns his expertise to a subject that has never been fully explored, delivering a highly entertaining game changer that uses brand-new research to show us why being a sports fan is good for us individually and is a force for positive change in society. Fans is a passionate reminder of how games, teams, and the communities dedicated to them are vital to our lives. Citing fascinating new studies on sports fandom, Larry Olmsted makes the case that the more you identify with a sports team, the better your social, psychological, and physical health is; the more meaningful your relationships are; and the more connected and happier you are. Fans maintain better cognitive processing as their gray matter ages; they have better language skills; and college students who follow sports have higher GPAs, better graduation rates, and higher incomes after graduating. And there’s more: On a societal level, sports help us heal after tragedies, providing community and hope when we need it most. Fans is the perfect gift for anyone who loves sports or anyone who loves someone who loves sports. “Olmsted opens a window into a psychologically compelling world of passion and purpose.” —Harvey Araton, author of Our Last Season: A Writer, a Fan, a FriendshipTrade Review“A deeply researched and persuasive exploration of the benefits of our mysterious athletic obsession.”—The Washington Post, sports columnist Jerry Brewer “Olmsted probes deep into the minds and machinations of the devoted sports fan and, in the process, opens a window into a psychologically compelling world of passion and purpose.”—Harvey Araton, author of Our Last Season: A Writer, A Fan, A Friendship “Fun and fascinating. Fans is Exhibit A, showing our that our sports obsession is good for our health!”—Andrew Blauner, editor of Coach: 25 Writers Reflect on People Who Made a Difference “Olmsted writes accessibly, and his work will engage readers of all ages. While there have been other books written about fandom, this is a quick read that even casual fans of sports may enjoy.”– Library Journal “For sports fans feeling even slightly guilty over parking themselves in front of a TV for a few hours to watch, say, a football game, this volume offers a winning counterargument: It’s good for your health! Olmsted’s study offers ideas fans would do well to take seriously.”– Booklist “Olmsted’s book put me in the stands, wearing my jersey and cheering—for myself! I can now unashamedly paint my face and sing fight songs, because it turns out being a rabid fan is good for my health. A must-read for any sports fan!”—Michael Patrick Shiels, syndicated talk show host “Compelling . . . entertaining.” —Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Real Food/Fake Food:A New York Times Bestseller * A Washington Post Bestseller * A National Post Bestseller (Canada) “Olmsted’s well-researched exposé reveals how often what we eat isn’t what it seems. (Parmesan cheese made of wood pulp or fake lobster rolls, anyone?) Eye-opening.” —People “Olmsted boldly walks readers through a course in food authenticity that covers olive oil, cheese, Champagne, seafood, steak, coffee, and more. Readers will be inspired by his intensity and clarity, and floored by how far some counterfeiters go to fool consumers and some historic food institutions go to protect their products and their names. Olmsted’s research is impressive, and he lets no stone go unturned. He lets the terrifying facts speak for themselves, adding just a little humor . . . Olmsted’s sharp language will hopefully put fires under counterfeiters everywhere . . . With the guiding hand of a good friend and prose that keeps the reader’s eye moving, Olmsted insists that readers ‘shop better and cook more.’” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “Equal parts foodie chronicle and investigative exposé . . . Real Food/Fake Food is less treatise than guidebook, showing readers how to navigate an increasingly complex food system.” —Outside magazine “Required reading for cooks who genuinely care about quality and health . . . a fascinating read that sheds light on our under-regulated food industry. The book also serves as a handy guide to what items consumers should avoid, and how to find and identify the real deal.” —CookingLight.com “A striking look at the food industry. It’s unnerving that so many people don't know what authentic olive oil or port wine tastes like because they’ve been undersold on some off-shoot knock off and no one is raising a flag — until now.”—Ming Tsai, author, chef, and host of PBS’s Simply Ming “Larry Olmstead makes you insanely hungry and steaming mad in this provocative account of how fraud threatens not just the world’s great craft foods (think caviar, Kobe beef, and Parmigiano-Reggiano) but our everyday diet. A must-read for anyone who cares deeply about the safety of our food and the welfare our planet.”—Steven Raichlen, author of the Barbecue! Bible cookbook series and host of Project Smoke and Primal Grill on PBS “Fun and fascinating. Fans is Exhibit A, showing us that our sports obsession is good for our health!”—Andrew Blauner, editor of Coach: 25 Writers Reflect on People Who Made a Difference “Do not take another bite or swallow another sip of anything, for your sake and the sake of your children, before reading Real Food Fake Food. It is the health equivalent of Ralph Nader's expose Unsafe at any Speed. The content blows the doors off the kitchens.” —Michael Patrick Shiels, radio host and author of Invite Yourself to the Party “Larry Olmsted’s meticulously researched tour de force is chilling for what he uncovers about the food industry. At the same time his love of great food and his skill in writing about it make me want to try every one of the real foods he recommends. A must-read for anyone with an interest in, well, eating.”—Dan Dunn, author of American Wino: A Tale of Reds, Whites and One Man’s Blues “The world is full of delicious, lovingly-crafted foods that embody the terrain, weather, and culture of their origins. Unfortunately, it’s also full of brazen impostors that are hard to identify. In this entertaining and important book, Larry Olmsted helps us fall in love with the real stuff and steer clear of the fraudsters. I'll never look at a menu the same way again.”—Kirk Kardashian, author of Milk Money: Cash, Cows, and the Death of the American Dairy Farm “In his solidly researched new book, USA Today food and travel columnist Olmsted, a well-traveled and knowledgeable food writer, takes readers on an enlightening but frequently disturbing culinary journey. While providing fascinating insights into where and how some of the most delicious food products are produced, the author also reveals how often these are imitated to detrimental effect…A provocative yet grounded look at the U.S. food industry.” —Kirkus Reviews “This is an important book to help all buyers shop prudently and with a wary eye toward the claims of food producers. Recommended for all consumers along with policymakers, those interested in food science, and marketing professionals.” —Library Journal “Olmsted gives us the lay of this seedy landscape with momentum and aplomb. He demystifies the process by which fake ingredients end up in your shopping cart, explains why some of these deceitful foods could be a real threat to your health, and sheds a light on the government policies and shortsighted commercialism that landed them there.” —Mother Jones
£18.99
Akashic Books,U.S. Chasing Water: Elegy of an Olympian
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£14.36
Akashic Books,U.S. Fair Play: How LGBT Athletes are Claiming Their
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£14.36
Akashic Books,U.S. Unsportsmanlike Conduct: College Football and the
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£14.36
Akashic Books,U.S. We Matter: Athletes and Activism
Book SynopsisIn interviews and essays, high-profile activist athletes explore the intersection of sports and politics.
£15.26
Microcosm Publishing Bamboozled: An Incarcerated Boxer Goes Undercover
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£9.49
North Atlantic Books,U.S. Chen Style Taijiquan Collected Masterworks
Book SynopsisThe first-ever English translation of the most important masterworks of Chen Style Taiji, as originally published by the renowned grandmaster Chen ZhaopiChen Zhaopi (1893-1972) is universally recognized as a preeminant grandmaster of Chen Style taijiquan, an ancient martial art that is the foundation of all taijiquan schools. During his lifetime, Chen was lineage successor and teacher to Chen Village''s current generation of senior masters, including Chen Xiaowang, Wang Xi''an, Chen Zhenglei, Zhu Tiancai, and the late Chen Qingzhou. This book is the first-ever English translation of key selections from his seminal 1935 publication, Chen Style Taijiquan Collected Masterworks. Gathered together are taijiquan''s most important texts dating back to its earliest period of development. These include the writings of its putative creator, Chen Wangting, and its reorganizer, Chen Changxing, and the biographies of eminent family members such as Chen Zhongshen. Author and translator Mark Chen''s commentary provides readers with the most complete picture of taijiquan''s origins, evolution, and theory to date. Also included is a step-by-step, pictorial exposition of Chen taijiquan''s "old frame" first form, demonstrated by Chen Zhaopi himself.
£15.29
