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You are here: orcashop > Books > General surf books   The Book Surfing by Michael Fordham Surfers are heirs to a rich legacy. From Polynesian princes whose names have been lost to history, to lantern-jawed champs and wave-riding iconoclasts, surfers are tuned deeply into the natural rhythms of the planet. It's a way of living and a way of being - a physical act that can lead to a state of soaring, sustained euphoria, as well as a billion-dollar industry and a professional sport with its own millionaire superstars."The Book Of Surfing" is a one-stop guide to our surfing planet. There is something here for every surfer, from insider essentials to making the ride of your life and the stories of surfing's legendary underground heroes to throwing your own beach party - Hawaiian style; and from iconic surf spots around the world to the ultimate surfer's playlist. Featuring over 300 images, including many by the world's leading surf photographers, this is the twenty-first century's most comprehensive dispatch from the heart of surf culture. Everything you need to know about waves Classic surf trips, from California to Cornwall Iconic surf movies and legendary image-makers Profiles of surfing greats, including Miki Dora, Nat Young and Kelly Slater Practical advice from being a green surfer to travel essentials How surfing conquered the world! Price:   £19.99 / €25.99Including non EU orders only at 0% Read Reviews   The Best of Surfer For almost fifty years, "Surfer" magazine has been rendering the nuances of wave-riding into words like no other publication. For the first time, the editors at "Surfer" have collected 25 of its best, funniest, most dramatic pieces into one read-worthy volume. Entries cover the wide spectrum of surfing life: editorials, profiles, travel pieces, fiction, humor, Questions and Answers, essays, and more. Each piece will be introduced by the editors and will be accompanied by the cover of the issue in which the piece first appeared, making this a fascinating time capsule of "Surfer" style - and substance. Price:   £14.99 / €19.49Including non EU orders only at 0% Read Reviews   Teahupoo - Tahiti's Mythical Wave This book is an ode to a unique natural phenomenon and to the courageous athletes who seek to conquer it. In 2000, a new and spectacular wave was discovered, created by an unusual reef break off the coast of Tahiti. Within days, this wave-known as Teahupoo-had become a Mecca for surfers from around the world who flocked to Tahiti for competitions and to test their mettle against the most terrifying wave ever ridden. In this one-of-a-kind volume, acclaimed extreme sports photographer Tim McKenna shares with readers a collection of photographs chronicling the beauty, brute force, and unsurpassed surfing opportunities associated with Teahupoo.In the text, the athletes themselves describe the competitions, triumphs and dramas, superhuman exploits and life-threatening risks they have experienced as they tried to conquer this most fascinating wave. We hear from such renowned athletes as Hawaiian big-wave legend Laird Hamilton, Andy Irons, Kelly Slater, Shane Dorian, Manoa Drollet, Raimana Van Bastolaer, Vetea David, Malik Joyeaux, Robert Territehau, Jason Polakow, and Mike Stewart, whose first-person anecdotes complement McKenna's stunning photographs. Permanently based in Tahiti, Tim McKenna has immortalised all the historical Teahupoo days and photographed the Beast from all angles - from boats and helicopters, from in, as well as under the water! The book contains more than 160 images depicting the unique beauty and brute force of this rare phenomenon. It is an ode to the perfection of nature and the courage of man. Price:   £19.99 / €25.99Including non EU orders only at 0% Read Reviews   Surfers A line-up of surfing's most inspirational characters by Matt Griggs In Surfers former professional surfer and Tracks writer Matt Griggs gives an insider's view of a line up of surfing's most interesting and unique characters. At turns funny and sad but always inspiring. Have breakfast with CJ Hobgood, enjoy a beer with Trent Munro, spend a weekend with Occy, get inside the creative mind of Oscar Wright, wonder at Taj Burrow's legendary prowess with the ladies, survive a near-death experience at G-Land with Luke Egan and much, much, more. Featuring Kelly Slater, Occy, Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson, Taj Burrow, Koby Abberton, David Rastovich, CJ Hobgood, Luke Egan, Layne Beachley, Maz Quin and Trent Munro. WAS £14.99 now £5.99! Price:   £5.99 / €7.79 Read Reviews   Mavericks Heart-stopping photography and driving text which tracks the five most dangerous days at this infamous break, including the death of Mark Foo, interwoven with a complete and unconventional history of big wave surfing. 214 pages of exemplary journalism in a substantial book by Matt Warshaw. 2000. Author: Matt Warshaw. Colour throughout. Price:   £19.99 / €25.99 Read Reviews orcashop > Books > General surf books XE.com Personal Currency Assistant Subscribe to the Orca email newsletter and get great offers and discounts at the OrcaShop. Click here. Click here to send this page.