books about: surfing

books about: surfing

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Surfing

Anita Shreve

Little, Brown and Company, 2007

A Sequel of Sorts
Can a house be a main character? It is in this book, which features the same New Hampshire beach house that appeared in The Pilot's Wife, Fortune's Rock and Sea Glass. The house remains steadfast, but the lives of the people who occupy it are as stormy and ...

Breath: A Novel

Tim Winton

Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2008

Another Fine Tim Winton Novel
Australian writer Tim Winton's latest short novel (217 pages), unlike some of his previous novels--CLOUDSTREET and DIRT MUSIC come to mind-- is one that you can devour in one sitting for it will pull you down into it like the undertow that this fantastic writer writes ...

Fit to Surf : The Surfer's Guide to Strength and Conditioning

Rocky Snyder

International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press, 2003

Right On!
Since I don't get to surf everyday, this book is exactly what I needed to stay in surfing shape. I have a number of other fitness related books, but none address surfing fitness. This book gave me exactly what I've been looking for. I've since given it to a number of ...

In Search of Captain Zero: A Surfer's Road Trip Beyond the End of the Road

Allan Weisbecker

Tarcher, 2002

A Head-On Collision Between Endless Summer And Electric Koolaid Acid Test
There's nothing like a surfing trip to Costa Rica with flashbacks to drug dealing days to make for a great literary achievement. The book may be $10.00, but the chapter on "The Boat" is priceless! I've bought at least 10 copies to give to my friends to read. It ...

No Tech Hacking: A Guide to Social Engineering, Dumpster Diving, and Shoulder Surfing

Johnny Long

Syngress, 2008

Simple Threats Can Cause Serious Problems
Johnny Long's book, "No Tech Hacking," brings new attention to overlooked aspects of information security. In his book, Long reveals how simple threats can cause serious problems, even in organizations prepared for a Mission Impossible-style attack scenario. Long ...

Maui Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Snorkel, Paddle, Surf, Drive

Jerry Sprout, Janine Sprout

Diamond Valley Company, 2007

Fifteen day vacation
We decided to visit two islands because we had heard how different they were: Maui and the Big Island. We chose the trailblazer books to guide us since they were both crammed with incredibly helpful information. For hikers and snorkelers and sightseers they are a ...

All for a Few Perfect Waves: The Audacious Life and Legend of Rebel Surfer Miki Dora

David Rensin

HarperEntertainment, 2008

Really Can't Understand The Complainers Here!
I surfed with Dora in '58-'62. No, let me say, I was in the water at the same time on dozens and dozens of mornings and afternoons, but NEVER SURFED with Dora. Nobody surfed WITH Dora. He was a bullying competitor, bold adventurer, pirate, pioneer, and a loner. He was ...

Can't You Get Along With Anyone?: A Writer's Memoir and a Tale of a Lost Surfer's Paradise

Allan C. Weisbecker

Bandito Books, 2007

I think there is hope for us...
A great book. While the stories in CYGAWA were fantastic (if a bit too symetrical for "nonfiction") the underlying general philosophy one can take from it (I won't ruin the gradual disclosure) is so crisp, well-thought-out, well-stated and important that the book is ...

Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman

Yvon Chouinard

Penguin (Non-Classics), 2006

A fun, unique, and compelling biz book
This book will appeal to 2 types of reader (and I trend to both categories): 1. The hardcore, outdoor purist (and core Patagonia dirtbag customer) who is interested in how Chouinard turned his passion into a thriving business; 2. The socially responsible ...

Kauai Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Snorkel, Bike, Paddle, Surf (

Diamond Valley Company, 2007

A USEFUL Guide Book!
Guess where my wife wants to take me on her summer vacation? Hint: she likes lush resorts with hiking opportunities. I've been to the other islands of Hawaii several times, but never to Kauai. I don't need the usual 50 pages of cajoling to enjoy myself that most ...

Force of Nature: Mind, Body, Soul (And, of Course, Surfing)
Laird Hamilton

Rodale Books, 2008

With a superhero?s physique, a beautiful athlete/model wife, and the ocean as his office, Laird Hamilton?s charmed lifestyle is enviable. Now, for the first time, he shares his secrets for living a perfectly balanced life. Force of Nature opens a window onto the unique physical regimens, mental strategies, and spiritual beliefs that ...

Bunker Spreckels: Surfing's Divine Prince of Decadence

Taschen, 2007

Beautiful and very interesting
I'm a big fan of Bunk's stepfather Clark Gable, so I was thrilled to see something about Bunk in print. It added another dimension to a more personal side of Gable. But my husband was a surfer, and he was thrilled with the photography and history regarding this ...

The Encyclopedia of Surfing

Matt Warshaw

Harvest Books, 2005

A MUST HAVE FOR ANY SURFER
If you are a surfer or interested in learning anything about the history and names in the sport past and present then you should immediately buy this book. Two copies. Matt Warshaw does an excellent job of detailing almost every major and minor aspect in the history ...

Tapping the Source

Kem Nunn

Thunder's Mouth Press, 2005

One of the Best Books I've Ever Read
I've bought about 10 copies of this book and given 9 away. It's one of the best books ever. Every teenage who is intelligent should read it. My 19 year old son just read it and loved it, too. Well written, dark, satisfying and heart-wrenching, good ending. Fantastic ...

Surfer Magazine's Guide to Southern California Surf Spots

Chronicle Books, 2006

Great Book!
Awesome book for any first time surfer to S.Cali or anyone interestd in the beaches along the California Coast.