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Australia's Hottest One Hundred Surfing Legends by Phil Jarratt, Surfing
By Phil Jarratt
2012 • Hardcover • Hardie Grant Books
Description
Title: Australia's Hottest 100 Surfing Legends
Author/Publisher: Phil Jarratt (Hardie Grant Books)
Publication Year: 2012
Format: 240-page Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Synopsys: Australia's Hottest One Hundred Surfing Legends' by Phil Jarratt is a compelling book that celebrates Australia's rich and vibrant surfing history. Jarrat communicates all the thrill, excitement, and adrenaline boost that this sport offers through impressive storytelling. The book profiles one hundred of Australia's most epic surfers, exploring their unique styles, techniques, the challenges they overcame, and their extraordinary feats. Not content with just recounting the sporting details, Jarratt provides a humanizing account of these surfers. The book does not merely depict them as athletes, but as individuals carving their path in the world, giving an in-depth exploration into their lives off the sea.
Synopsis
Authored by acclaimed surf journalist Phil Jarratt, 'Australia's Hottest 100 Surfing Legends' offers a comprehensive tribute to the figures who have shaped Australia's iconic surfing culture. This substantial hardcover volume delves into the rich history of the sport Down Under, presenting a curated selection of its most influential practitioners.
Published in 2012 by Hardie Grant Books, this non-fiction work celebrates the prowess, spirit, and contributions of one hundred remarkable individuals, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of Australian sports history, travel, and the vibrant world of surfing.
- Profiles of Pioneering Surfers: The core of the book features detailed profiles of one hundred Australian surfing legends, exploring their unique styles, groundbreaking achievements, and lasting impact on the sport. Each entry aims to capture the essence of these iconic figures.
- Captivating Visuals: Complementing the engaging narrative, the book is richly illustrated, providing readers with a visual journey through the history and evolution of Australian surfing and its celebrated personalities.
As a definitive compilation of Australia's surfing elite, this book holds significant appeal for collectors of sports literature, surf culture aficionados, and anyone seeking to understand the passion and heritage behind one of Australia's most beloved pastimes.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| ISBN | 9781742700212 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Good |
| Publisher | Hardie Grant Books |
| Year | 2012 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Travel, Sports & Recreation |
| Topic | General, Australia & Oceania, Surfing |
| Signed | No |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Ex-Library, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Australia's Hottest 100 Surfing Legends |
| Item Width | 8.3 in |
| Illustrator | Yes |
| Item Height | 1.2 in |
| Item Length | 9.8 in |
| Item Weight | 20 oz |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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