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  Navigation & Voyage Planning...

  Tim Davison, Alastair Buchan

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  Fernhurst Books' compact, handy guides to navigating at sea, nautical calculations and passage planning bundled together in e-book form for the first time. The perfect quick reference guides to keep on your phone or tablet, easily accessible when you are on board. They contain all the essential information for when you need it most about navigating and passage planning. The Navigation Companion covers all the navigation essentials: charts, compass, tides, standard and secondary ports, dead reckoning, estimated position, course to steer, lights, GPS, waypoints and buoyage in a highly illustrated format making it easy to understand at a glance – ideal for those moments when you need an answer, and you need it fast! The Nautical Calculation Companion is an aide memoire of those calculations frequently needed (but often forgotten) for traditional coastal and offshore navigation and other equations and formulae which can be useful afloat. Each topic has worked examples, and there are frequent diagrams to illustrate the process. The Passage Planning Companion details the timetable for developing a passage plan and goes through all the elements you should consider: port information, routeing, weather, tides, timings and safety. It then takes you through ship management on the passage: the crew briefing, roles, routines, pre-sail checks, watch keeping and much more. This will be a valued companion when planning and executing a sea voyage.

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  Getting into the Swing - Golf...

  Leon Maxwell

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  Golf is a timeless sport that offers a mix of physical activity, mental challenge, and outdoor enjoyment. Whether you're a complete novice or have dabbled in the sport, learning the fundamentals of golf can be an enriching experience. Here's a comprehensive guide to help beginners get into the swing of golf: 
  Understanding the Basics 
   
  Golf Equipment: Discover the essential golf clubs, balls, and other equipment needed to start your journey in golf. 
   
  Golf Course Layout: Learn about the different parts of a golf course, including teeing grounds, fairways, hazards, and putting greens. 
      
  Rules and Etiquette: Understand the basic rules and etiquette of golf to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience on the course. 
   
  Mastering the Techniques: Grip and Stance: Explore the proper grip and stance to optimize your swing and improve accuracy. 
   
  Swing Mechanics: Delve into the key elements of a golf swing, such as backswing, downswing, and follow-through. 
   
  Putting and Chipping: Hone your putting and chipping skills to navigate the greens with confidence. 
   
  Developing Your Game -Practice Drills: Discover effective drills to enhance your skills and build consistency in your game. 
   
   Physical Conditioning: Understand the importance of physical fitness and flexibility to improve your performance on the course. 
      
  Golfing Mindset: Embrace the mental aspect of golf, including focus, concentration, and resilience.

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  Mike Mentzer - American Odysseus

  John Little

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  REBEL. PHILOSOPHER. BODYBUILDING ICON.
  		 
  Mike Mentzer was a strikingly handsome man with a brilliant mind and a “perfect” physique — the first bodybuilder to receive a perfect score in both amateur and professional competitions. In the late ’70s, Mentzer rose to the very top of his sport (despite the efforts made by industry power brokers, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger), was featured in GQ magazine, and profiled on national television. But he was also a man who wrestled with mental illness his entire life and ended up living on the streets and being sent to prison. Just when it seemed his career was over, he found it within himself to reboot his intellect and revolutionize bodybuilding training, arguing bodybuilders should not forsake their mental development in favor of developing their bodies. He became a pariah in the fitness industry (which only cared about selling supplements and other products) but a hero to legions of fans who earnestly sought truth.
  		 
  Mike Mentzer: American Odysseus is the first biography of Mike Mentzer to appear in North America written by his close friend of 21 years, John Little, “one of the leading fitness researchers in North America” (Iron Man magazine). Drawing upon audio recordings, letters, diary excerpts, as well as interviews with those closest to him, this is the true story of one man who stood up to an entire industry — and paid the ultimate price.

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  Riding for America

  Nancy Hays

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  Riding for America is a story about a mother's sacrifice and inspiration as she guides her only son, Isaac Burns Murphy, to become the highest-paid and most successful sports icon of the 19th century. 
  Although both of Isaac's parents, America Murphy and Jerry Burns, were born into slavery-and Jerry fought in some of the most decisive battles of the Civil War-Isaac was able to overcome challenges and become the "Prince of Jockeys." Isaac was known for his intellect, strategy, good sportsmanship, and kindness to the horses he cared for and rode to victory. A few of his notable wins and accomplishments include three Kentucky Derbys, four of five American Derbys, and the first photo finish in American sports history-a match race between a White and a Black rider. 
  Readers will learn about a Black horse trainer named Eli Jordan, who coached Isaac to become the first jockey inducted into the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. 
  A page-turner and a quick read, Riding for America moves at a fast pace with unpredictable twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats throughout. 
  Educational, entertaining, and historically significant, Riding for America is a journey of excitement filled with tenderness and a love of literature, life, animals, mothers, teachers, spouses, and friends. 
  Isaac Murphy was a superstar with class, sophistication, and impeccable integrity. His life exemplifies perseverance and triumph against unimaginable odds. Isaac was a great American. He deserves to be remembered and celebrated as one of the most extraordinary sports heroes in U.S. history.

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  A Pickleball Gospel - The...

  Purple Jesus

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  Dink, speed up, smash! 
  Such has been the rise in popularity of pickleball in recent years, from niche backyard games to ubiquitous national obsession and professional sport, with many left wondering what the fuss is all about. A Pickleball Gospel packages the essence of America’s vibrant pickleball culture with the thoughts and experiences of an aspiring anthropologist and elite pickleball player.  
  From the practice courts of public parks, churches, gymnasiums, and private clubs to the center court of a professional tour event, readers are taken on a pickleball journey complete with charming playfulness, intense action, and colorful characters.  
  Additionally, woven within the text is a new perspective on sport that highlights not just competition but cooperation as well, which are proposed to co-exist in an ever-present tension otherwise known as coopetition. Among other things, “coopetition” ensures that both sides of a competition gain or benefit in sport, regardless of who wins and loses. 
  In this anthropological retelling of the author’s experience, readers can expect to find the following: 
  Responses and commentary from a select group of pickleball enthusiasts 
  Touches of personal memoir 
  Scientific inquiry into “coopetition” in sport 
  Readers can choose to engage with A Pickleball Gospel as a scientific, anthropological inquiry or simply as a popular tale about a new and exciting sporting phenomenon.

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  History of the World Cups The -...

  Onofre Quezada

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  Relive the unforgettable story of the first FIFA World Cup in this fascinating journey through the legendary 1930 tournament. *The History of the World Cups - World Cup Uruguay 1930* transports readers to a time when football was still becoming the global phenomenon we know today, but was already capable of igniting the passion of entire nations. 
   
  Discover how Uruguay became the proud host of the inaugural tournament, celebrating its centenary of independence and welcoming teams from Europe and the Americas to compete for footballing immortality. 
   
  You will experience the birth of a sporting legacy that united millions of people across all continents. Perfect for football fans, sports historians, and anyone passionate about the origins of the sport, this book is a tribute to the tournament that changed the history of the sport forever.

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