The Great Sport of Rowing - A Collection of Classic Magazine Articles on the History of the Oarsman

The Great Sport of Rowing - A Collection of Classic Magazine Articles on the History of the Oarsman
Author: Various
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2016-09-06
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1473359198

Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection of classic magazines we have compiled a series of informative publications on the subject of sport. The titles in this range include 'Correct Technique for the Great Sport of Golf,' 'A Traditional Guide to Swimming and Diving,' 'The Gentleman's Sport of Hunting,' and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, 'The Great Sport of Rowing', contains information on the history of the oarsman. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions.

The Wondrous Sport of Rowing

The Wondrous Sport of Rowing
Author: Philip Stekl
Publisher:
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2020-11-21
Genre:
ISBN: 9780578798530

This collection of photographs and poetry is a celebration of a sport that is more than sport and a revering of the countless remarkable souls it brings together. By way of a series of 12" x 12" "scenes", with high-resolution photographs and accompanying verse, the book highlights a singular community bound by an extraordinary breadth of shared experiences spawned by no more than a gossamer shell, riggers and oars, and a body of water. Regardless of the specific aspects of rowing that have "hooked" us - elite-level intensity, recreational bliss, the special connections relished with partners, the environment, equipment, or with our selves; and of course, the challenge and wonder exclusively felt when interacting with water - this is a book that will remind every rower, past or present, of why the sport will forever be entwined with our souls.

G is for Gold Medal: An Olympics Alphabet

G is for Gold Medal: An Olympics Alphabet
Author: Brad Herzog
Publisher: Weigl Publishers
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2015-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1489637397

AV2 Fiction Readalong by Weigl brings you timeless tales of mystery, suspense, adventure, and the lessons learned while growing up. These celebrated children’s stories are sure to entertain and educate while captivating even the most reluctant readers. Log on to www.av2books.com, and enter the unique book code found on page 2 of this book to unlock an extra dimension to these beloved tales. Hear the story come to life as you read along in your own book.

Sporting Pilgrimage: Riding to Hounds, Golf, Rowing

Sporting Pilgrimage: Riding to Hounds, Golf, Rowing
Author: Caspar W. Whitney
Publisher: Palala Press
Total Pages: 424
Release: 1895
Genre: History
ISBN:

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Water & Ice

Water & Ice
Author: Lost Century of Sports Collection
Publisher: The Lost Century of Sports Collection
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2024-04-27
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1964197392

The evolving role of women in Aquatic Sports and Winter Sports is featured in 75 articles (124,000 words) in this volume of the Sports She Wrote series, written by women from 1879 to 1900, and accompanied by 100 images. Initially excluded from swimming due to societal norms, women began embracing the sport in response to drowning tragedies, leading to increased confidence and participation. The 28 swimming articles in this volume are written by 20 women. Kate Bennett emerged as an early advocate, teaching hundreds of women to swim, staging swimming exhibitions, and promoting public baths for accessibility. Clara Beckwith performed widely publicized endurance feats and her instructional book on swimming is included in this volume. Thirty-four articles written by 28 women span various boating activities, from the lifesaving heroics of lighthouse-keeper Ida Lewis, to rowing, canoeing, racing, yachting, boat clubs, pleasure boating, and dramatic shipwrecks. Thirteen articles on winter sports include ice skating, with its blend of grace, athleticism and socialization, a fictional story about ice hockey, and eight articles by seven women on the thrill of sledding and sports in the snow. Fashion is a prominent topic in several articles, including swimwear and skating costumes. Many more detailed descriptions of athleticwear are available in the volume entitled What to Wear. Sports She Wrote is a 31-volume time-capsule of primary documents written by more than 500 women in the 19th century.