First published in 1896, THE GAME OF GOLF came out just as the ‘fickle game that must be wooed to be won’ was gaining widespread popularity across the world. Written for golfers of every ability, this ‘book of instruction’ covers every aspect of the game from choosing clubs and balls, through the proper stance and swing, to the secrets of putting ‘off the left leg’, why the well-struck shot came to be called ‘a screamer’ and the merits, or otherwise, of allowing sheep to graze on a golf course. This is all presented in plain, no-n... read more

Ever wanted to run along The Great Wall of China, up the Empire State Building, across the Sahara Desert or join thousands of runners in a major city road race. These running races are included in the list of 500 of the most classic running races in the world. The global sport of running has captured people's imagination since the first competitive race several thousand years ago. Hundreds of running races are held ever day and the biggest of those are watched by millions of people. Races featured range from ten second sprints to ... read more

This is a glittering account of Formula One's deadliest and most glamorous era, in which sporting rivalry led to fatal consequences, culminating in the explosive championship battle of the 1961 Italian Grand Prix. It's 10 September, 1961: at the boomerang-shaped racetrack at Monza, in northern Italy, half a dozen teams are preparing for the Italian Grand Prix. It is the biggest race anyone can remember. Phil Hill - the first American to break into the top ranks of European racing - and his Ferrari teammate, Count Wolfgang von Trips... read more

Lose yourself in the world of Kiwi hot rodders. Have a poke around in their garages, visualize their rebuild projects, admire their impressive array of rods, study their automobilia collections, and read about the hot rodders themselves; their love for the hobby, and their stories. The Kiwi Hot Rodder’s Guide to Life is a full-colour snapshot of the passion for hot rodding residing in the garages (and hearts) of many a car-mad Kiwi.

An engine-fuelled, high-octane Top Gear take on the festive season, as only the Top Gear boys can celebrate it. A Top Gear Christmas" contains a whole platter of tasty treats to take away the sprouty taste of yuletide boredom. Inside you'll find Jeremy's typically unsubtle guide to wrapping presents, Richard's insightful guide to festive jumpers, James' unsuccessful stint as Santa Claus, and the strange secrets of The Stig's Christmas dinner. There's also a brand new adventure starring everyone's favourite moustachioed 1970s cri... read more

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The World Cup is footballing Nirvana - the ultimate global competition, where the world's greatest footballing nations battle it out as the world watches. "The Amazing World Cup Compendium" contains a wealth of illuminating and essential trivia on the facts and history of the World Cup. This is the perfect guide to everything about the competition: legendary players; great matches; and, goals and the personalities that have passed through the ages. The book is the ideal companion for the "2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa" and is... read more

For nearly 40 years, Max Robertson's The Game of Mah Jong has been accepted as the foremost authoritative guide to the rules and scoring of this fascinating game. Using specimen hands to illustrate techniques, it outlines the most correct and popular method of playing the game.

Since the Rugby World Cup tournament began in 1987, its powerful players, speed-charged runs, soaring kicks, brutal scrums and controversial refereeing decisions have gripped billions of people around the world. In 2011, the tournament returns to its birthplace, New Zealand, where teams from 20 qualifying nations will battle to win rugby's most coveted prize. For players and coaches, this is the ultimate test. • Will Robbie Deans bring the Wallabies to glory? • Can Graham Henry's All Blacks break their 20-year jinx? &b... read more

This visual record gives a comprehensive view of modern roller derby. Through 353 images, professional photographer Jules Doyle, a.k.a. Axle Adams, documents regular season bouts and independent tournaments, both flat track and banked track. Experience the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Jules Doyle gets front and center, capturing all the crushing hits, stifling blocking, and nimble jamming. He also goes behind the scenes for the private moments: injuries, the frustration, and sitting out in the penalty box. Having phot... read more

The Rugby World Cup is a modern-day phenomenon, and now the third largest international sports event in the world – only eclipsed by the Olympic Games and the Football World cup. The competition has developed at an unprecedented rate since the inaugural event in 1978, from a humble amateur festival to an international sporting powerhouse. In Pursuit of Bill describes the history of the game, from its beginnings at Rugby College in England to the founding of the modern game and breaks down each tournament in which countr... read more

As the official counterculture sport of the 1960s, surfing was not just a sport but a lifestyle, one long, sun-drenched beach party with endless waves and music, as well as an unapologetically masculine culture. This notion has since been disproved by generations of amazing female surfers who have made an indelible mark on the sport. "Surfing: Women of the Waves" highlights some of these extraordinary women of surfing, from Linda Benson and Joyce Hoffman in the 1950s and 1960s to Layne Beachley, Sofia Mulanovich, Bethany Hamilton, ... read more

This quick reference guide contains all the navigational information and practical seamanship needed by skippers or crew. The accessible and concise presentation makes it ideal for instant reference at sea, and its splashproof pages and spiral binding enable it to stand up to the demanding marine environment. Invaluable for experienced sailors as an aide-memoire, as well as for beginners and RYA students, it covers a wide range of topics such as seamarks, buoyage, pilotage, lights, boat handling, anchoring and mooring, ropes & knot... read more

Twenty20 cricket has quickly become the most popular form of the game and paralleling this popularity surge has been New Zealand's wicketkeeper-batsman Brendon McCullum. He is now regarded as New Zealand's best T20 player and one of the world's foremost exponents of the shortened game. Allied to his great cricketing skills, Brendon's outgoing disposition has endeared him to all followers of the game.This book is an insider's look into the high octane world of Twenty20 cricket with a huge focus on the IPL - including that remarkable... read more

832 pages From elite competitors to gymnasts, from golfers to fitness gurus, anyone who works out with weights must own this book, a book that only Arnold Schwarzenegger could write, a book that has earned its reputation as "the bible of bodybuilding." Inside, Arnold covers the very latest advances in both weight training and bodybuilding competition, with new sections on diet and nutrition, sports psychology, the treatment and prevention of injuries, and methods of training, each illustrated with detailed photos of some of bo... read more

Return once again to the enduring account of the Permian Panthers of Odessa -- the winningest high school football team in Texas history.

The Know the Game series is firmly established as the leading introduction to a huge range of sports. For years they have been the first step into a new sport for many people, children and adults alike. The series has now been relaunched in a new format and a modern design — making the best even better. The aim has been to make the books more accessible, and they are now packed with colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts. Each book contains everything you need to know about the sport, including equipment, ... read more

Know the Game Cricket is the perfect introduction to the sport for all ages, whether you are a keen club player or beginner. It is packed with expert text, clear illustrations and photographs of the professionals in action. The book includes: Playing the game: how to play cricket, the rules, positions on the pitch, how to score The laws of the game: from scoring to umpiring Equipment and pitch: how to choose a bat, positioning of fielders, the wicket The skills: step-by-step guide to all the basic skills, including batting, bow... read more

The "Know the Game" series is firmly established as the leading introduction to a huge range of sports. For 50 years they have been the first step into a new sport for many people, children and adults alike. The series has now been relaunched in a new format with a modern design - making the best even better. The aim has been to make the books more accessible, and they are now packed with colour photos and illustrations, top tips and interesting facts. Each book contains everything you need to know about the sport, including equipm... read more

Helping you know what kind of dog to choose, this book gives a run-down on training methods and healthcare. It features advice on how to: introduce a puppy to his new home; prevent attention-seeking behaviour; teach him to sit, lie down, stay, and walk on a loose lead; give him the right amount, and type, of exercise; and more.