Publisher: BookRix
If your FIDE rating is between 1200 and 2200, this can be the book for you! It contains a healthy mixture of chess patterns and psychology. Both should be useful if you face a chess master over the board. If you play without them however you will lose. In addition you may find some humor ;)
The first autobiography from legendary Welsh rugby player George North George North is a true legend of Welsh rugby, an integral part of the national team for fourteen years. Recently retired from the international game, he is the third-most-capped player in Welsh history with 121 Test appearances, the youngest player ever to reach 100 caps, and the second-highest try scorer with 47. At club level, he has played for the Scarlets, Northampton and Ospreys, and latterly Provence in France. North is open, charismatic, thoughtful but hugely competitive, and this is the first time he has reflected on his extraordinary career. Co-written with the brilliant sportswriter Tom Fordyce, this autobiography is an utterly compelling and enthralling retrospective, taking in George’s life growing up in Anglesey on the North Welsh coast, before he burst onto the scene when he became the youngest player ever to score a try on his debut aged just 18. Full of heart and passion, George’s story is a uniquely inspirational insight into the art, mastery and sheer force of the game of rugby. This top memoir, available for pre-order, is a cultural and regional exploration of North's life and career. It's the latest and best in non-fiction, offering a deep dive into the world of rugby. nan HarperCollins 2025Show book
Master the Marathon: A Guide on Mastering the Marathon with Confidence. Learn the Training and Techniques for Marathon Success"Master the Marathon: A Guide on Mastering the Marathon with Confidence" is your ultimate companion to unlock the secrets of conquering the long-distance running challenge like never before. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a complete novice, this audiobook is your roadmap to achieving marathon success with unwavering confidence.With a wealth of expert knowledge and proven techniques, "Master the Marathon" empowers you to push beyond your limits, transforming from an aspiring runner to a marathon master. Explore comprehensive training strategies tailored to your unique needs, building endurance and strength to face the 26.2-mile journey with conviction.Inside this audiobook, you'll delve into the core principles of successful marathon training, from establishing a solid foundation to fine-tuning your performance. Discover the art of pacing, nutrition, and recovery, essential components in maximizing your potential on race day.Feel the power of motivation and mental resilience as you learn to overcome obstacles, embrace the discomfort, and triumph with an unwavering spirit. Be inspired to face your fears head-on, push beyond your perceived limitations, and embrace the thrill of achieving marathon success.Whether you dream of crossing the finish line for the first time or aiming to set a new personal best, "Master the Marathon" equips you with the tools and knowledge to make your marathon journey a resounding success. Don't let uncertainty hold you back - join the ranks of triumphant marathoners and embark on a transformational journey that will forever change the way you approach running and life itself.Show book
In a little over two and a half minutes on 6 September 2009 Steve Peat cemented his place in mountain biking history, becoming downhill world champion at the seventeenth time of asking and by a winning margin of just five hundredths of a second. But 'Peaty's' road to the coveted rainbow stripes began almost two decades earlier on the woodland trails of Northern England. Born and raised in Sheffield, he narrowly avoided going down the wrong track and instead chose to race cross-country mountain bikes before switching to the rapidly emerging discipline of downhill where he would compete alongside other young British racers including Rob Warner and the late, great, Jason McRoy. Since then, Steve has competed against the greatest riders of all time, including Nicolas Vouilloz, Shaun Palmer and Greg Minnaar, and his name has become synonymous around the world with downhill mountain biking. In Forged by Speed, Steve shares his incredible story, from the Steel City to the top step of the world championship podium. Honest, compelling and funny, it is the autobiography of a British sporting legend.Show book
Ease into the night with a gentle collection of odd and surprising sports facts designed to help you relax. This audiobook focuses on the quirky, little-known details from the world of sports—presented in a calm, steady voice that encourages your mind to settle. You’ll hear about unusual competitions, strange rules from the past, and unexpected records that add character to sports history. The facts are chosen not to excite but to create a soft, rhythmic flow that draws your attention away from daily thoughts. Perfect for bedtime listening, these light, peculiar details serve as a soothing background that keeps your mind quietly engaged without stirring restlessness. The steady pace and simple storytelling help slow your thoughts, creating the right mood for falling asleep naturally. This audiobook is ideal for anyone who loves trivia but wants a peaceful way to end the day. Let the curious side of sports history gently guide you into a night of restful, refreshing sleep.Show book
Xenophon’s The Art of Horsemanship is a highly unusual text in the corpus of Classical Greek literature. It is a short survey on the various aspects of care for horses as seen by a highly experienced rider from the 5th century BCE. It is particularly notable because so many of its observations are relevant to the modern rider. Xenophon, friend of Socrates and professional soldier, is best known as the author Anabasis, the vivid account of a failed military expedition deep into Persia. The Art of Horsemanship is very different in tone and content – a practical study from deep personal knowledge gained from working with horses, but none the less fascinating. Xenophon considers what features and qualities to look for in a horse – among them broad chest, wide nostrils, prominent eye, supple knees, positive manner– and the sound of the hoof, which indicates good feet. (The ancient Greeks did not shoe their horses). There are even useful tips on approaching the horse to avoid conflict. He discusses training over different terrains and many other useful tips. The translator, Morris H. Morgan, provides extensive notes, not just on technical pointers such as mounting without stirrups or saddle, but also by comparing contemporary sculptures where artists took licence over reality. Furthermore, Morgan provides a fascinating essay The Greek Riding-Horse, which is an extended commentary on Xenophon. Also on this recording is Xenophon’s On The Cavalry General, a second treatise on horsemanship, but taking a different perspective.Show book
In your wildest imagination, have you ever wondered if (and how) you could survive life-threatening hunting scenarios? Do any of these scenarios resonate with you? • Have you found limited publications about hunting survival that teach the skillsets while entertaining adventurous minds? • Are you frustrated by finding very few compilations of exciting hunting survival stories for both younger readers and veteran hunters? Amazing Hunting Survival Stories has been artfully written with you in mind. Throughout its engaging and informative content, you will discover: • Captivating wilderness adventure tales enriched with valuable information and actionable methods for your own hunting preparations. • Thrilling storytelling that transports you right into the midst of the adventure, igniting your imagination. What would YOU do to survive these hunting survival scenarios? • During your hike in the Idaho Rockies to hunt elk, you and your daughter get stranded by a blizzard. • As you trek the tundra to join your moose hunting party in the Brooks Range of Alaska, a Grizzly Bear mauls you. • While hiking the Mojave Desert in Utah to hunt Pronghorn, you are bitten by a rattlesnake. • As you and your archery buddy row through the Florida Everglades to hunt wild hogs, your old boat capsizes in the alligator-inhabited swamp. • As young newlyweds hunting whitetail deer in the Kentucky Appalachians, you follow a prized buck into a cave – only to get lost in the subterranean darkness; a cave-in further hinders you. Do you want to test your own survival skills required to escape these hunting scenarios? If you were in their hiking boots, would you have the resilience to regulate your emotions and take reason-based actions to return to your loved ones unscathed? Come inside to vicariously face the challenges they faced and learn how our characters survived their harrowing ordealShow book
