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Bryony Bell Tops the Bill
Bloomsbury Publishing 2013; US$ 6.99Bryony is constantly eclipsed by her all-singing, all dancing mum and talented sisters: otherwise known as The Singing Bells (who have to be the stars of the show the whole time). All Bryony wants is to find her own niche - maybe it's being a top-notch skater. However, before she's begun to enjoy them, she has to send back her new, state-of-the-art... more...
Football, Violence and Social Identity
Taylor and Francis 2013; US$ 63.95Drawing on research from Britain, Europe, Argentina and the USA this volume examines the culture and loyalties of soccer players and crowds and their relationships to social order, disorder and violence. This informative and accessible book will be of interest to students of Sport Science and to all of those who love the game of soccer. more...
Feet in the Clouds
Aurum Press 2013; US$ 13.11Nearly 10 years after its first publication, Aurum are re-issuing this classic running book which has defined a genre. It includes an introduction from bestselling author Robert Macfarlane and an epilogue from Richard Askwith. The concept of fell-running is simple: it?s a sport that involves running over mountains ? sometimes one, sometimes many.... more...
Sports Coaching Research
Taylor and Francis 2013; US$ 125.00This book raises critical questions about the explanatory framework guiding sports coaching research and presents a new conceptualization for research in the field. Through mapping and contextualizing sports coaching research within a corporatized higher education, the dominant or legitimate forms of sports coaching knowledge are problematized and... more...
The Crossing
Atlantic Books Ltd 2013; US$ 10.19When James Cracknell and Ben Fogle decided to compete in the Atlantic Rowing Race, they thought they knew what awaited them: nearly three thousand miles of empty ocean, stormy weather and colossal physical stress. But their epic journey would become a living hell that tested the strength of every fibre of their being. Forty nine days later James and... more...
Paul Elvstrom Explains the Racing Rules of Sailing
Bloomsbury Publishing 2013; US$ 7.99The 17th edition of this bestselling pocket reference for racers has been completely revised to cover the new rules for 2013-2016. It includes the full text of the new racing rules with a handy 'Quick Guide to the Changes' at the front. Each rule is carefully analysed, and the situations likely to be met with in a race are explained with helpful... more...
Passage Making Made Perfect
Bloomsbury Publishing 2013; US$ 22.99Planning and carrying out a successful, safe and enjoyable passage is a real art, and this book covers the whole process, from planning before setting off to fine tuning once underway. This book shows how planning is about making the most of your time, your crew, and giving you the confidence to be more adventurous. Recent regulations issued by the... more...
International Sports Events
Taylor and Francis 2013; US$ 144.00This book offers new insight into International Sports Events (ISEs), examining the relationship between sport, tourism and events. It assesses sports events through the lens of both sports participants and spectators, based on three primary themes: impacts, experiences and identities. The first section of the book contributes to the future development... more...
Olympic Ceremonialism and The Performance of National Character
Palgrave Macmillan 2013; US$ 38.00This book examines the London 2012 opening and closing ceremonies and the handover to Rio 2016 as articulations of national and cosmopolitan belonging. The ceremonial performances supported imaginative travel and created a tornadóros: an ideal form of 'human' that manipulates audiovisual narratives of culture and identity for global audiences. more...
BMX Racing
Crowood 2013; US$ 14.57For those new to BMX racing or improving their racing performance, BMX Racing provides a practical and comprehensive resource for this exciting sport. It guides the reader through all stages and levels of racing, from beginner and club to professional level. The book includes material on: Clothing and equipment for safe riding; Choosing your first... more...









