Great Whitewater Rivers of the World
Graeme Addison
This spectacular book takes readers on a white-knuckle journey along such rivers as the Colorado in the USA, the Futaleufu in Peru, the Zambezi in Africa, the Dudh Kosi in Nepal, and the Landsborough in New Zealand. Rich in anecdote and sprinkled with advice, it will inspire and entertain all adventure travellers chasing the ultimate river experience of ‘shooting the rapids’.
160 pages 300 x 265 mm / 11¼ x 10¼ in 200 colour photographs plus river maps 35,000 words
ISBN 1 85974 501 6 hardback
Price: £29.99 OCTOBER 2001
Top Yacht Races of the World
Sue and Anthony Steward Foreword by Pete Goss
Divided into sections on Offshore Classics, Ocean Classics, Round-the-World and Inshore Races, this superbly illustrated book recaptures the drama and appeal of the world’s top yacht races, including such classics as the Fastnet, the Cape to Rio, and the Volvo Challenge. Includes maps showing the route of round-the-world races and details of the winners.
160 pages 300 x 265 mm / 11¼ x 10¼ in 300 colour photographs 20 colour maps 50,000 words Rights Sold: Fr, Ger, Pol, Sp, USA, Can ISBN 1 85974 394 3 hardback
Price: £29.99
The Reluctant Mariner
Joanna Hackett
The story of a couple’s circumnavigation of the world in a 12.2 metre told from the wife’s perspective - the reluctant landlubber swept along by her husband’s vision. In this humorous tale, Joanna Hackett describes their adventures and the people who cross their path in the 37 countries they visit.
336 pages 208 x 135 mm / 8¼ x 5¼ in Full colour illustrations Approximately 115,000 words ISBN: 1 86436 706 7
Price: £9.99 AUGUST 2001
The Essential Boat Maintenance Manual
Jeff Toghill
Aimed at owners of small to mid-size dinghies and boats, this accessible guide clearly covers all aspects of the subject, from upkeep of the engine to care of spars, rigging and sails, catering directly for the booming market in pleasure boating.
288 pages 257 x 179 mm / 10 x 7 in 200 colour photographs, 40 black and white line diagrams 75,000 words ISBN 1 86436 624 9 paperback
Price: £16.99
ADVENTURE SPORTS SERIES
This new series is designed for those who want to get outdoors and put a bit of adventure into their life but are not sure where to start. Each book is aimed at beginners to the sport and features clear, easy-to-follow instructions on basic techniques accompanied by step-by-step sequence photography and illustrations. There are hints on how to reach the next level of expertise, sections on equipment and safety, lists of professional bodies, and advice on the best places to pursue the sport around the world.
Series Specification: 96 pages 265 x 195 mm / 10¼ x 7¼ in 200 colour photographs and illustrations 30,000 words Rights Sold: Dan, Fr, Sp, USA, Can
Sea Kayaking
Johan Loots
This is the ultimate practical guide for beginners to sea kayaking. Illustrated step-by-step sequences combined with instructive text cover all aspects of the sport including equipment, techniques and the best places to kayak around the world.
ISBN 1 85974 461 3 hardback
Price: £12.99
Whitewater Rafting
Graeme Addison
This exhilarating sport is explained and illustrated in contemporary terms, spanning all levels from recreational to extreme. Including sections on day-tripping, commercial operators and expeditions, emphasis is placed on vital aspects such as training, safety, and emergency procedures. Well-known routes around the world are described.
ISBN 1 85974 463 X hardback
Price: £12.99
Windsurfing
Simon Bornhoft
The thrilling sport of windsurfing is growing in appeal and can be learned in a relatively short time. This colourful, practical guide demonstrates how to acquire and develop the necessary skills, from getting on the board to executing a carve gybe. Includes standard safety rules and guidelines on equipment care. Written by a great new windsurfing talent.
ISBN 1 85974 642 X hardback
Price: £12.99
Rowing
Keith Mayberry
Rowing is more about elegant style than raw power. This book introduces the beginner to basic techniques, which can be applied on and off the water (with the aid of rowing machines), explains body co-ordination (with and without slide), and continues with advanced techniques for both single sculling and rowing in teams. Includes training, coaching, and recreational and sea rowing. The author is a leading rowing coach.
ISBN 1 85974 893 7 hardback
Price: £12.99 MAY 2002
Dinghy Sailing
Sarah Ell
This practical, illustrated guide provides the ideal introduction to the complex, challenging skill of sailing. Authoritatively written and featuring special photography, it explains the basics of sailing, from rigging the craft, reading the wind, and tacking and gybing, to navigation skills and essential safety rules.
ISBN 1 85974 892 9 hardback
Price: £12.99 MAY 2002
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