Sports & Recreation

Learn all about the players, characters and teams that shaped rugby and inspired millions. From 19th century innovators to 21st century superstars, the latest book in the Illustrated History of Rugby series examines players who overcame the odds to beat...

Football is at the heart of British culture - yet never has it been in greater turmoil. Once, football stood for passion, community, honour, even beauty. The game is in danger of losing its lifeblood - and its soul. In The Beautiful Game? David Conn,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.About the AuthorImray Laurie Norie & Wilson Ltd was formed in 1904 when three private chart publishing firms amalgamated. Each of these London companies had a long history going...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780692733189Author DavinciFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint DaVinci PublishingPublisher DaVinci PublishingWeight(grams) 386g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781635578751Author Mark KurlanskyFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing USAPublisher Bloomsbury Publishing USAWeight(grams) 316g

Day Walks in the Yorkshire Dales is the fourth title in Vertebrate Publishing's series of compact and portable hillwalking guidebooks. This book showcases 20 circular walks in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, between 6 and 11 miles (10 and 17...

This fascinating narrative chronicles the birth of the modern game of golf, told through the story of Harry Vardon and Francis Ouimet. These men, in pursuit of their passion for a sport that had captivated them since childhood, lifted themselves out of...

'Extraordinary . . . great fun' Barry Egan, Irish Sunday Independent'A wonderful story . . . vivid and comprehensive.' Stephen Jones, Sunday Times''Throughout it all though there is a feeling of warmth for the sport and for others. Above all there is a...

Ernie! is a heartfelt tribute to lower-league football hero Ernie Moss, a local boy made good who became a Chesterfield goalscoring legend. Ernie earned his place in footballing folklore for his phenomenal longevity and as Chesterfield's record...

Welcome to Japan, the most running-obsessed nation on earth, where: a long-distance relay race is the country's biggest annual sporting event; companies sponsor their own running teams, paying the athletes like employees; and marathon monks run a...

The sporting lodge has adapted over the years to form the focal point of many estates. In this fascinating and beautifully illustrated book, the authors write not only about the lodges themselves but also about fishing huts and modern luncheon lodges...

Could these crystal clear waters hide the secrets of her past?Present dayFor years Shelly Summer has buried herself in her work, trying to forget her past. The only time she feels truly herself is when she's diving in the Mediterranean - the calm and...

'Remarkable' Observer'A joy to read' Daily Telegraph'Soaringly beautiful' Sunday Times Magazine'Genuine and persuasive' GuardianAlexandra Heminsley thought she could swim. She really did. It may have been because she could run. It may have been because...

One of seven Official Guides to the Wales Coast Path. Endorsed and checked by National Resources Wales (NRW), these attractive and comprehensive guides contain everything you need to walk the Wales Coast Path. Written and designed by outdoor experts,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780375755064Author Gaston RebuffatFormat PaperbackPage Count 272Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 263gDimensions(mm) 213mm...

These brainy kids are a SMASH hit! Young Marsham needs to survive a TV show competition where they don't just test trivia knowledge, they test everything... Marsham can answer almost all the questions on the TV quiz shows ...

From the author of Unbroken - a major motion picture releasing in 2015 - this is the bestselling true story of three men and their dreams for a racehorse, Seabiscuit. In 1938 one figure received more press coverage than Mussolini, Hitler or...

The Africa Cup of Nations explores the vibrant history of one of football's iconic but often overlooked international tournaments.For a long time, the Africa Cup of Nations has been seen as a nuisance to European clubs and fans. However, the tournament...

'I really recommend this, it's a cracker. A top read and a great tool to use to improve and enlighten. It doesn't matter who you are - you will all get something out of this. Lovely stuff.' Ben Ryan, Olympic gold-medal-winning coach and author of Sevens...

The Weather Handbook is the essential guide to how the weather is formed, providing readers with the ability to look at the sky and interpret its signs, and combine this knowledge with information provided by professional forecasts to assess for...

The Intermediate Archer fills the resource gap. This book is intended for those archers who have taken their first steps by completing a beginner's course and are wondering where to go next. It is the answer to all of the intermediate archer's questions,...

Dan Carter's last game as an All Black culminated with him declared Man of the Match following the 2015 Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham - an unforgettable ending to the career of the greatest fly-half of all time.But along with the triumphs of his...

How much power does your human engine have? How much power do you need for running in different conditions? How can you optimize your training and racing performance? How can you use power meters to improve your results? What are the ultimate limits of...

Freedom Climbers is the multi award-winning book by Bernadette McDonald, now available in the UK and Ireland thanks to Vertebrate Publishing. Freedom Climbers tells the story of the extraordinary Polish adventurers who emerged from under the blanket of...

What is behind the phenomenal success of entertainment businesses such as Warner Bros., Marvel Enterprises and Manchester United - along with such stars as Jay-Z and Lady Gaga? Which strategies give leaders in film, television, music, publishing, and...

The 2015 Clwyd Limestone Rockfax covers a wealth of traditional and sport climbing. From the magnificent Eglweseg valley, through the popular sport routes in the quarries above the village of Trevor, and on to the two trad cliffs of Pandy Outcrop and...

Acclaimed author Carrie Dunn, one of the most respected voices in women's football, brings us a unique insight into a fast-growing and massively popular sport at a crucial moment. This is the third book in Dunn's popular series exploring the women's...

In a nation of rugby heroes, Jamie Roberts has become a legend.Jamie Roberts is your quintessential hard man: a 6 foot 4, 17 stone slab of rippling muscle, conditioned to run hard into other huge men in an arena where physical dominance is the prime...

Join sports journalist Evanne Ni Chuilinn as she guides us through the wonderful world of Gaelic Games. Discover what goes on behind the scenes on match day and which county has the zaniest fans! Read about the history of Gaelic sports and join...

The definitive two-way guide to the Mallorca GR221 (the Drystone Way): both northbound and southbound routes are described in full. Real Maps: Full mapping inside (1:25,000) by Editorial Alpina. All accommodation is numbered and marked on the maps. 12...

The ninth edition of Inland Waterways of France is the ideal guide for planning cruises in and through the most fascinating and diverse waterway network in Europe. This edition takes a new paperback format, split into three volumes. David Edwards-May...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780805065374Author Eliot AsinofFormat PaperbackPage Count 302Imprint Owl Books,U.S.Publisher Henry Holt & Company Inc

GOLF MY WAY is the one book that presents a complete, in-depth, A-to-Z explanation of how this greatest of champions thinks about and plays the game. Unlike his other books, which present tips and tweaks, GOLF MY WAY gives the reader Nicklaus's entire...

The Scottish Cup: Celtic's Favourite Trophy is the story of Celtic's love affair with football's oldest prize. The club first won the cup in 1892, an achievement that meant so much to the young side and their struggling, oppressed community. In the years...

This is the fully updated and revised 2nd edition of the definitive guidebook to one of the most popular long distance cycling routes in the UK, and now in full colour throughout. All the information you need to complete this 100 mile signed cycle route...

Resources designed to support learners of the 2010 BTEC Level 3 National Sport specification. Assessment activities in each unit give students plenty of practice to deepen their knowledge and understanding, and grading tips for every activity help them...

The 20 circular walks in this book showcase Surrey at its very best - from rolling hills and quaint villages to wide open spaces, sleepy woodlands and tranquil waters. The walks range between 21/4 and 5 miles in length. At the heart of every walk is a...

A booklet of all the mapping needed to complete the Thames Path National Trail between the Woolwich Foot Tunnel in east London and the river's source in Gloucestershire. This straightforward trail covers 292km (182 miles) and can be walked in around 2...

Boxing On This Day revisits the sport's most magical moments, from title tear-ups, shocks and famous knockouts to bizarre dramas. Here are hundreds of ring highlights, all mixed in with a maelstrom of quirky anecdotes and legendary characters to produce...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781800992917Author Phil SteadFormat PaperbackPage Count 480Imprint Y LolfaPublisher Y LolfaDimensions(mm) 215mm * 140mm * 35mm