Water category: 2366 books

Both concise and comprehensive, this out-and-out 'crammer' covers all the essentials of the RYA Day Skipper syllabus, arranged and highlighted to make revising easier and now updated and expanded for the fifth edition. Since the first edition was published, Pass Your Day Skipper has helped thousands...

The Pacific Crossing Guide is a complete reference for anyone contemplating sailing the Pacific in their own boat. From ideal timing, suitable boats, routes, methods of communication and provisioning to seasonal weather, departure and arrival ports, facilities, likely costs and dangers, the comprehensiveness...

After finishing a circumnavigation over five years, Klaus and Maria Haeussler reentered the civil life with its struggle and routine. But they had underestimated the sustainable impact of the free life. And so it wasn’t a surprise that they were on the way again after two years on land - this time...

PUSHING THE LIMITS is a true account of the dramatic events that drastically changed my life in September 1998. That was when I attempted to qualify for the solo sailing race, “The Rum Route,” in my sailboat Thriller. This book takes you through a solo Atlantic crossing on the open sea...

Many books have been written about kayaking and others about fishing but this book focuses on fishing from a kayak on freshwater and inshore saltwater in southwest Florida. It is a guide for visiting anglers who are new to kayak fishing, yet has useful information for those who are experienced and...

Lewis’s story is more than a book about a man attempting to win a gold medal in a sport that offers little more than personal rewards. It is about challenging convention, overcoming defeat and working outside of an established system. Assault on Lake Casitas is a compelling tale of competition at the highest possible level and the emotions that fuel obsession.

OLYMPIC OBSESSION brings to life the personalities behind British rowings incredible success story at the Sydney Games. Set to a compelling narrative, the book unfolds against the story of Martin Cross, himself an Olympic champion, turned BBC commentator. Crosss unique relationship with the sport over...

A fascinating look at the 2008 Harvard Varsity Crew Team and the university's legendary history of accomplished rowers The Eight is a thrilling, behind-the-scenes look at a group of young men who have given up nearly everything to transform themselves into the best team possible at arguably...

Rowing is one of the most enjoyable sports you can do. Not only is it great fun, but it also provides a great overall workout. In order to be the best rower you can be, it is important to master proper stroke technique. Once you have settled into the boat and have properly strapped in your feet,...

THE WONDER CREW is the fascinating story of how the salty coach of the Annapolis crew team, Coach Richard Glendon, seized the sport of rowing first from the Ivy League schools and then the imposing British with a new style both uniquely American and very much his own. He took a group of young midshipmen...

So much to read, so little time? This brief overview of The Boys in the Boat tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Daniel James Brown’s book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader.   This...

Advanced Rowing brings together a selection of leading experts in the sport of rowing, including international head coaches from New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland and Denmark, who have all coached crews to World and Olympic medals. Distinguished club and university coaches contribute from the United...

In this handy guide, Sophie Delaplaine shows what Novice Youth Rowing is all about and how best to prepare for it.She explains—simply—everything you need to know, from the categories of rowing, the lingo and the “heat sheets,” to what the best foods are for rowers to eat while training.What...

This is your complete guide to Rowing at the London Summer Olympics. Learn about rowing, who is on the American Olympic team and which athletes to expect on the podium. This guide is your complete insider look at Rowing in the 2012 London Olympics. Includes tips on how to become an Olympic rower!