Amazing Surfing Stories: Tales of Incredible Waves & Remarkable Riders
- ISBN-10
- 1118340205
- ISBN-13
- 9781118340202
- Category
- Sports & Recreation
- Pages
- 228
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-09-28
- Publisher
- Fernhurst Books Limited
- Author
- Alex Wade
Description
This eclectic mix of surfing stories has something for everyone, from classic tales of monster waves and epic battles to stories of when life among the breakers goes wrong. There are accounts of death and disaster, as well as bravery and triumph. The bizarre and the extreme rub shoulders with perfect breaks and beautiful beaches. Be thrilled by legendary surfers, as well as learning about local heroes who never made the headlines. Each compelling tale has been chosen to stoke the fire of armchair surfers and hardcore wave-riders alike, and many are illustrated with colour photographs.
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Other editions
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- 2012-11-05
- 224 pages
- Paperback
- *Wiley Nautical
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