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Paperback. A guide to the definitive sporting mega-event Olympics and the wider phenomenon it represents - Olympism. It addresses the key questions in modern Olympism, including: What does studying Olympism entail? How do historical accounts create and challenge Olympic myths? And how can the principles and practices of Olympism be sustained in the future? Editor(s): Parry, Jim; Girginov, Vassil. Num Pages: 464 pages, 13 black & white illustrations, 15 black & white tables. BIC Classification: HBTB; WSBB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 174 x 28. Weight in Grams: 834.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415445368
ISBN
9780415445368
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 81.61

Paperback. Politics has always been an integral part of the Olympics. This title discusses the intended and actual meaning of the modern Olympic Games, from 1896 to 2000. It demonstrates that the modern games were revived to propagate a political message and continue to serve political purposes. Series: Illinois History of Sports. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTB; WSBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 434.
Publisher
University of Illinois Press United States
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780252070464
ISBN
9780252070464
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 23.03

Hardcover. Good clean copy in dustwrapper. Some minor shelf wear.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Edition
01st Edition
Publisher
W&N
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
SKU
KRA0003233
ISBN
9780297843825
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 30.00

Paperback. Editor(s): Golob, Paul. BIC Classification: KNSP; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
St Martin´s Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781250130907
ISBN
9781250130907
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 18.70

Hardcover. Of all the rules governing sport, the laws of cricket are among the oldest. Those of 1744 survive uniquely on a piece of linen at the MCC Museum of Cricket, drawn up when gambling on cricket matches was rife. The story of the evolution of these laws and how they affected the game is a fascinating and seldom told chapter in the history of cricket. Series: Original Rules. Num Pages: 64 pages, 29 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 155 x 108 x 11. Weight in Grams: 102. Series: Original Rules. 64 pages, 29 black & white illustrations. Of all the rules governing sport, the laws of cricket are among the oldest. Those of 1744 survive uniquely on a piece of linen at the MCC Museum of Cricket, drawn up when gambling on cricket matches was rife. The story of the evolution of these laws and how they affected the game is a fascinating and seldom told chapter in the history of cricket. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSJC. Dimension: 155 x 108 x 11. Weight: 102.
Publisher
Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
Number of pages
64
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851243129
ISBN
9781851243129
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.34

Hardcover. The first known rules of golf were drawn up in 1744 in Edinburgh for the world's first open golf competition at Leith by the Gentlemen Golfers of Edinburgh, who became The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers. This book examines the history of the rules of golf from their first codification to the present day. Series: Original Rules. Num Pages: 64 pages, 27 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WSJG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 108 x 11. Weight in Grams: 102. Series: Original Rules. 64 pages, 27 black & white illustrations. The first known rules of golf were drawn up in 1744 in Edinburgh for the world's first open golf competition at Leith by the Gentlemen Golfers of Edinburgh, who became The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers. This book examines the history of the rules of golf from their first codification to the present day. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSJG. Dimension: 156 x 108 x 11. Weight: 102.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851243426
ISBN
9781851243426
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 8.99
€ 8.36

Hardcover. This book investigates the origins of the game of rugby and reproduces for the first time in a single book both the first rules of the game, drawn up at Rugby School in 1845 and the first rules of the Rugby Football Union, published in 1871. Series: Original Rules. Num Pages: 96 pages, 29 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: WSJF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 105 x 14. Weight in Grams: 122.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The Bodleian Library
Condition
New
SKU
9781851243716
ISBN
9781851243716
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 8.05

Hardcover. While Jeu de paume has been played in France for hundreds of years, the modern game of tennis dates from 1874. Published in association with the All England Lawn Tennis Club (Wimbledon), this book examines the history of the rules of tennis from their first codification to the present day Series: Original Rules. Num Pages: 64 pages, 28 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBTB; WSJR2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 109 x 11. Weight in Grams: 104. Series: Original Rules. 64 pages, 28 black & white illustrations. While Jeu de paume has been played in France for hundreds of years, the modern game of tennis dates from 1874. Published in association with the All England Lawn Tennis Club (Wimbledon), this book examines the history of the rules of tennis from their first codification to the present day. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBTB; WSJR2. Dimension: 158 x 109 x 11. Weight: 106.
Publisher
Bodleian Library, University of Oxford
Number of pages
64
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781851243181
ISBN
9781851243181
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 8.38

Paperback. For the first time in detail, the story of the formation of the Wolverhampton Wanderers FC. Num Pages: 96 pages, 38. BIC Classification: 1DBKEMW; WSBT; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 232 x 165 x 9. Weight in Grams: 308.
Publisher
Amberley Publishing
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781445615349
ISBN
9781445615349
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.54

Paperback. Num Pages: 408 pages, 200 colour illustrations, 225 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KLCM; WSXF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 216. .
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
Edition
New, Revised, Updated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493025794
ISBN
9781493025794
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 25.69

Paperback. The Outer Hebrides are a place apart, an island chain stretching almost 200km from the Butt of Lewis to Barra Head with some of Britain's most mesmerising beaches, dramatic mountain ranges, wonderful wildlife, a long and fascinating history and a rich and vibrant Gaelic culture. This book features 40 moderate walks that are suitable for families. Num Pages: 96 pages, full colour mapping & photography throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBKSHL; WSZC; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 111 x 149 x 7. Weight in Grams: 126.
Publisher
Pocket Mountains Ltd
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907025334
ISBN
9781907025334
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.35

Paperback. A guidebook to 44 great sea kayak trips around the archipelago of the Outer Hebrides, from Berneray to the Butt of Lewis, including St Kilda. It presents the navigational and tidal information sea kayakers need on this magnificent section of coast. Num Pages: 242 pages, colour photos & maps. BIC Classification: WSSN5. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 171 x 23. Weight in Grams: 794. Sea Kayaking Around the Isles & St Kilda. 242 pages, colour photos & maps. A guidebook to 44 great sea kayak trips around the archipelago of the Outer Hebrides, from Berneray to the Butt of Lewis, including St Kilda. It presents the navigational and tidal information sea kayakers need on this magnificent section of coast. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: WSSN5. Dimension: 238 x 171 x 23. Weight: 800.
Publisher
Pesda Press
Number of pages
242
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906095093
ISBN
9781906095093
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.86

Paperback. The first-ever cultural, tactical and historical history of the goalkeeper, by Jonathan Wilson, acclaimed author of INVERTING THE PYRAMID. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 176 x 22. Weight in Grams: 304.
Publisher
Orion Publishing Co United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781409129844
ISBN
9781409129844
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.00
€ 11.89

Paperback. The author took the tennis world by storm like no player in the history of the game. A shaggy-haired working-class kid from the wrong side of the tracks, he was prepared to battle for every point, to shout and scream until he was heard, and he didn't care whom he upset in doing so. He was brash, he was a brat. This title tells his story. Num Pages: 464 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSJR2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 29. Weight in Grams: 328.
Publisher
Corgi
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780552166416
ISBN
9780552166416
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.39

Paperback. Ultimate test Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBKESL; WSBV; WSJC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 10. Weight in Grams: 590.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750936682
ISBN
9780750936682
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.71

Paperback. .
Publisher
Cicerone Press Limited
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852849207
ISBN
9781852849207
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 17.61

Hardcover. An essential reference for anyone sailing the Pacific. With invaluable advice on issues involved from timing, routes, provisioning, health, to weather, facilities, likely costs, and dangers. Num Pages: 256 pages, 75 colour maps + 40 photos. BIC Classification: 1QSP; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 305 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1218.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472935342
ISBN
9781472935342
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 70.98
€ 54.59

Paperback. The Palladian Way is the brainchild of Cotswold walker Guy Vowles. It was born out of a previous idea for a long distance walk between Oxford and Bath but was extended northwards to Buckingham where the author was educated nearby. The realization that there was a Palladian bridge at Prior Park outside Bath to match the one at Stowe suggested Editor(s): Reardon, Nicholas. Series: Walkabout. Num Pages: 132 pages, Full Colour Maps and Photographs throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBKEM; WSZC; WTH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 344.
Publisher
Reardon Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
132
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781874192497
ISBN
9781874192497
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.23

Paperback. Memoir of normal boy in rural Norfolk who grew up to train with the last living Ninjas and fulfill his dreams. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; BGSA; BM; WSTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444764413
ISBN
9781444764413
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.09

Paperback. .
Publisher
Snowbooks Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
93
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781840241846
ISBN
9781840241846
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 12.68

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Halsgrove United Kingdom
Number of pages
144
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780857042217
ISBN
9780857042217
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.57

Paperback. A portrait of the The Pennine Way, Britain's oldest and best known long-distance footpath, stretching 268 miles from the Peak District to the Scottish Borders. This personal, thoughtful and often humorous story of the path's remarkable history, includes the experiences of walkers and local characters on this exhilarating and complex path. Num Pages: 240 pages, 38 photographs (colour and black and white). BIC Classification: 1DBKEY; BM; WSZC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 217 x 15. Weight in Grams: 352.
Publisher
Cicerone Press Limited
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Lam
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852849245
ISBN
9781852849245
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.23

Paperback. .
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781107649712
ISBN
9781107649712
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.03

Paperback. The most magical supremely talented footballers of the post-war period have all worn the Number 10 shirt. This title contains eleven chapters on ten enigmas, which aim to unravel the fact, legend and myth of the shirt number, also covering: Puskas of Hungary in the '50s; Platini of France in the '70s; Baggio and Zidane in the '90s; and more. Num Pages: 304 pages, ports. BIC Classification: WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 128 x 19. Weight in Grams: 240.
Edition
Main
Publisher
Faber and Faber London
Number of pages
304
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Condition
New
SKU
V9780571216369
ISBN
9780571216369
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.02

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