Sports & Recreation

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781910723920Author Dominic GarnettFormat HardbackPage Count 224Imprint Merlin Unwin BooksPublisher Merlin Unwin BooksWeight(grams) 931g

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London Orbital is Iain Sinclair's exceptional voyage of discovery into the unloved outskirts of the city'My book of the year. Sentence for sentence, there is no more interesting writer at work in English' John Lanchester, Daily TelegraphEncircling London...

SHORTLISTED FOR RUGBY BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE 2020 TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS.'excellent' Donald McRae, The Guardian'Gatland is the master' Sir Ian McGeechan'Gatland is a coaching star' Sir Clive Woodward'Gats is one of the all-time great coaches' Sam...

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The positive benefits of physical activity for physical and mental health are now widely acknowledged, yet levels of physical inactivity continue to be a major concern throughout the world. Understanding the psychology of physical activity has therefore...

***THE MUST-READ AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF ONE OF THE GREATEST BRITISH BOXERS EVER - LAUGH-OUT-LOUD FUNNY, INSPIRATIONAL AND BRUTALLY HONEST***'It's a fascinating read' - Chris Moyles'I cannot recommend it enough - I absolutely tore through this. Fight For Your...

When the first edition of The Glory Game was published in 1972, it was instantly hailed as the most insightful book about the life of a football club ever published. Hunter Davies was, and still is, the only author ever to be allowed into the inner...

Shortlisted for the 2023 Sports Book Awards for Best Sports Writing of the Year Shortlisted for the USGA Herbert Warren Wind Book Award The Long Golden Afternoon tells the story of the transformative generation of golf that followed the rise of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780689116308Author Jim McQueenFormat PaperbackPage Count 112Imprint Mike McTeigue's Swing ManagementPublisher Mike McTeigue's Swing ManagementWeight(grams)...

The Monocle team dips its toe into the world of swimming, revealing 100 beautiful and inspiring places to take the plunge. Swimming is excellent exercise of course, but it's so much more than that: it can be a transcendental experience, offering us...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781890946739Author Rinus MichelsFormat PaperbackPage Count 298Imprint Reedswain IncorporatedPublisher Reedswain IncorporatedWeight(grams) 501g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780307949585Author John FeinsteinFormat PaperbackPage Count 384Imprint Anchor BooksPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 352gDimensions(mm) 202mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781906435097Author Melanie BartlettFormat PaperbackPage Count 80Imprint Royal Yachting AssociationPublisher Royal Yachting AssociationDimensions(mm) 245mm *...

The true tale of a voyage that broke a man down and built him back up, with the help of one special horse. At 37 Jesse McNeil - at times carpenter, commercial fisherman, dabbler in real estate - decided to buy an untrained horse, make himself into a...

From world-class marathoner and three-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan and culinary nutritionist Elyse Kopecky comes a whole foods, flavour-forward cookbook that proves food can be indulgent and nourishing at the same time. Finally here's a cookbook for...

'Evocatively written and charming' - Countryfile'The January Man is a book that makes you want to pull on your boots, grab a map and get out there' - Country LifeThe January Man is the story of a year of walks that was inspired by a song, Dave Goulder's...

This Collectors Edition Illustrated Book provides an insight into the most successful period for one of the most famous football clubs in the world. Liverpool Football Club is the team that dominated English and European Football throughout the 1980's. ...

An unrivalled insight into the sad mismanagement of rugby union in the 25 years since it turned professional, endangering its future at amateur level. The book recounts the history of the early decades as a professional sport, and suggests solutions to...

Book 9 in the acclaimed Rugby Spirit series. Eoin's back playing rugby, but this time he feels out of his depth. He's been promoted early to the Senior Cup team - where he's the youngest ever player - and he's not sure if he's ready for it. It's hard...

Smallbore Rifle Shooting is essential reading for those who are considering taking up the sport, and for those who already have some experience but wish to improve their skills and participate in competitions. It takes the reader forward from the point...

A History of the Samurai tells the complete story of Japan's legendary warrior class from beginning to end-an epic tale of intrigue, bloodshed and bravery that is central to an understanding of the Japanese character and of Japanese history. It describes...

"A heart-breaking but still inspiring insight into the real-life impact of the biggest issue facing the world's biggest sport." Jeremy Wilson, Chief Sports Reporter, The Telegraph This is the story of the 'real' Bill Gates. A famous footballer, a...

Bleau Blocs: 100 of the finest boulder problems in the Fontainebleau forest is a visual celebration of this unique and vast bouldering venue.Stephan Denys is the eye of the Fontainebleau forest. Having spent nearly forty years as a photographer and...

A must have guide to help you explore the Peak District area. All the walks are graded to ensure you select a walk that suit you. Enjoy your walk with a rewarding pint and a meal at a pub where your dog is truly welcome. Walks include; Edale ...

The elemental landscapes of Uist and Barra include some superb walking country. The dune-backed beaches, machair and croftland of the Atlantic shores contrast with the lochan-scattered moorland and rugged hillcountry of the islands' interiors, while the...

THE MODERN-DAY SURVIVAL BIBLE FROM EX-SPECIAL FORCES SOLDIER AND NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OLLIE OLLERTONDo you know how to thrive, not just survive?Can you build a fire? Administer critical first aid?Could you stay alive out in the wilderness? Fend...

The 20 circular walks you find here are a gateway to all the things that make Suffolk so special - from rolling farmland and quaint villages to iconic coastal locations and sleepy woodland paths. These short walks, all between 2 and 51/2 miles in length,...

Celebrating 100 years of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, motorsport's iconic endurance race, technical illustrator Mick Hill takes us on a potted history of this world-famous event. The follow-on book to his successful Grand Prix's Winning Colours, Mick once...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781739992286Author Alison HealyFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Thirsty BooksPublisher Thirsty Books

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781908234988Author Marcus AltonFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint DB PublishingPublisher DB Publishing

The world's bestselling cricket annual.The indispensable pocket guide to the cricket season.The 74th edition of the Playfair Cricket Annual is packed with all the information you need to follow the cricket season in 2021, as well as a review of events...

What happens when a football club ups sticks and leaves its traditional home for pastures new? What replaces the terraces, stands and floodlights that tower above old town centres and terraced streets? How does football relate to the new landscapes that...

A guidebook to 35 day walks in France's Dordogne region. Exploring the beautiful scenery of this historic area, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Walks range from 6 to 19km (4-12 miles) and can be enjoyed in...

Eskrima, which is also known as Arnis [De Mano] or Kali, is the indigenous martial art of the Philippine Islands. Dynamic and flexible, with a wide range of training methods it can be practised by students of all ages and levels of fitness. Well known...

Celebrate the greatest footballers from the world game's current era with over 90 player profiles including action photos and key statistics.The Stars of Football profiles over 90 players, telling the stories of their rise and successes. This fully...

Blinkin' 'Ell is both a celebration of life and a cautionary tale. It is a raw, boisterous, untutored, un-ghosted scrapbook of memories from a man whose world seemed to have ended in August 2014 when a massive stroke left him permanently incapacitated...

A new edition of Rob Eastaway's classic guide to the rules of cricket. Cricket is one of the world's most popular sports, yet for the uninitiated, its peculiar laws and customs are a mystery. What is a 'silly mid off'...

Get ready to run the race of your life Marathons in the U.S. have seen record increases in participation during the past few years. Running a Marathon For Dummies helps aspiring marathon runners prepare to successfully complete their first race, and...

Explore the thrilling illustrated story of NASCAR stock car racing in America with this stunning celebration filled with evocative photography, legendary drivers, and a decade-by-decade history.NASCAR 75 Years captures the greatest moments throughout the...