Editorial: e-artnow
The Compleat Angler is a book by Izaak Walton. It is a celebration of the art and nature of fishing; along with using the right equipment, in prose and verse.
Published in Rock and Ice Magazine in 1986, this essay, co-written by John Long and Dwight Brooks, tells the story of a hair-raising caving adventure in Papua New Guinea. This selection is part of the full length audiobook, "Explore: Stories of Survival From Off The Map." Dwight Brooks (born 1954) is an independent novelist and teacher. John Long (born July 21, 1953) is an American rock climber and author. A skilled free climber, Long popularized "free soloing" (climbing with no rope) during his high school days out at Joshua Tree National Park, first introducing John Bachar to the practice in 1974 with their now fêted ascent of Double Cross, at Joshua Tree. Long's many climbing feats include the first one-day ascent of the most sought after rock climb in North America, the 3,000 foot Nose route on El Capitan, on Memorial Day, 1975, with Jim Bridwell and Billy Westbay. The following year, partnered with Dale Bard, Long made the second one-day ascent of El Cap via the West Face, in the remarkable time of five hours. He followed this with blitz ascents of Leaning Tower, Washington Column, Half Dome and Ribbon Falls, precipitating the modern speed climbing movement so popular today, both in Yosemite Valley and beyond. Gary Telles has been narrating audiobooks for the past ten years. A veteran stage actor, he has performed classical, contemporary and original theatre across the country, in addition to appearing on television, radio and CD-ROM.Ver libro
Blending cutting-edge science with gripping storytelling, award-winning data journalist and competitive amateur athlete Henry Abbott reveals that we are on the cusp of a new era in sports medicine, built around the science of ballistic movements—leaping and landing—and the unique fingerprint of your body's physics. Abbott's inspiring narrative tells the story of sports scientist Dr. Marcus Elliott and the Peak Performance Project (P3), who use technology to study how athletes move and why they get hurt. Applying machine learning and lessons from biomechanics, medicine, and physiology, doctors at P3 can now detect elevated risk of an ACL tear or a pulled hamstring like an echocardiogram can see warning signs of a heart attack. Through riveting stories of elite athletes overcoming injuries and pushing themselves to the limit, Abbott presents an evidence-based case for intervening early to protect our bodies. And he suggests that we can all harness the science of ballistic movement not just to run fast or jump high but to move with joy and lead fulfilling athletic lives.Ver libro
Daniel Zalewski is the features director of The New Yorker. He edits the work of many staff writers, including David Grann, Jane Mayer, Alex Ross, Lawrence Wright, Ian Parker, George Packer, and Rebecca Mead. Zalewski began his career as an intern at Harper’s. He became an editor at Lingua Franca and then moved to the New York Times Magazine, where he worked as a story editor for five years. He has been at The New Yorker since 2003, and has contributed his own writing to the magazine, including profiles of Rem Koolhaas, Werner Herzog, Ian McEwan, Guillermo Del Toro, and Christian Marclay. He has also written for the Times Book Review, Slate, and Salon. Daniel Zalewski's essay "Once In The Jungle" chronicles American Tobias Schneebaum, a painter-turned adventurer who hitchhiked to Peru, walked into the Amazon jungle and came to live with an isolated native Indian tribe, the Arakmbut people, for seven months in 1956, and his defining moment of participating in cannibalism. Gary Telles has been narrating audiobooks for the past ten years. A veteran stage actor, he has performed classical, contemporary and original theatre across the country, in addition to appearing on television, radio and CD-ROM.Ver libro
To all coaches, leaders, senior managers, sports coaches, and parents: If you want to learn, grow, become better at coaching, and maximize the potential in your players, clients, or team, then this book is for you. Regardless of the work we do or the industry we’re in, as leaders and managers, we need to grow and develop our people, to enable them to achieve high performance. From the front-line manager to the boardroom, it isn't enough to direct and tell people what to do. We need to drive innovation, accountability, and performance in our teams. And that is what this book is all about.Based on extensive research from the world's leading tennis, sport, and business coaches, What Makes a Great Coach? unlocks the secrets from over 500 coaches and the top 10 practices of these coaches. Told through the eyes of Emma's own personal and raw journey towards elite coaching, What Makes a Great Coach? features stories, quotes, and inspiration from past and current coaching legends, including the coaches of many former World No. 1s. What Makes a Great Coach? provides the much-needed authentic, practical, and relatable guide to becoming a better coach.Reviews:Nick Bollettieri, Legendary tennis coach: 'Day in and day out great coaches show up with energy, passion and a commitment to knowing their students and learning all they can to bring out their best. Emma Doyle has demonstrated these qualities since her earliest days of coaching and now she brings them to life in this book. I recommend this book to all coaches who want to grow and develop their students and most importantly, themselves.'Jack Groppel, PhD, Professor, Judson University and Co-founder Human Performance Institute: 'We can all be better coaches and being a better coach means being a constant and consistent learner. This book puts a spotlight on what to focus on, to bring curiosity, passion, and the true love of coaching to our profession. It is inspiring, honest and heartfelt.'Ver libro
Dive into the most fascinating athletic achievements with "100 Amazing Facts about Athletics," an essential book for all sports and history enthusiasts! 🥇 Have you ever wondered:How did one athlete revolutionize an entire discipline with a new technique?What are the endurance records that seem to defy the laws of nature?What is the true story behind the exact marathon distance?How do athletes manage to stay at the top after 40 years of competition?Who are the sprinters who ran their best races under extreme weather conditions? Giving this book means offering an endless source of discovery and inspiration:Educational and entertaining content: The book covers athletics from all angles, answering questions often left unanswered while revealing surprising anecdotes.Perfect for sparking children's curiosity: This book encourages young readers to ask questions and discover the fascinating history of champions who pushed the limits of possibility.A great tool for family bonding: Parents will enjoy sharing the reading experience with their children, sparking exciting discussions about effort, perseverance, and surpassing oneself.A book that inspires action: After reading about legendary athletes, children will feel motivated to practice sports themselves or learn more about athletics.Captivating stories of records and achievements: Each fact tells a unique moment in sports history, highlighting the personal challenges and successes of those who have made their mark in athletics.Ver libro
Read by the author. In this inspiring memoir, undefeated five-time world champion boxer Andre Ward--aka "Son of God"--shares the gripping narrative of his unforgettable career, his rock-solid faith, and why boxing was never the biggest fight of his life. Andre Ward was the undefeated light heavyweight boxing champion of the world when he walked away from the ring and did not look back. Now that he has taken off his gloves for the final time, the Olympic gold medalist is ready to share the heartbreaking and uplifting stories of his formative years and unprecedented boxing career. Motivational, faith-building, and utterly compelling, this memoir offersan inspiring story of overcoming a broken childhoodbehind-the-scenes drama from Andre's epic championship bouts, complicated relationships with managers and promoters, and shocking decision to retire at the top of his gameinsight into breaking destructive generational bonds, forgiving those who have hurt us, and moving toward hopea challenge to live out our faith without compromise Rich with colorful characters, fascinating detail, and biblical truths, this is the story of a man known for his integrity outside the ring, his warrior's instinct inside it, and his unrelenting bond with the God who called him to the greatest victory of all.Ver libro
