New Forest Walks

David Gidmark (Author)

Birchbark Canoe: Living Among the Algonquin

Discover the dying art of birchbark canoe building as seen through the eyes of someone who is pa

Michael Cox (Author)

The Mixer: The Story of Premier League Tactics, from Route One to False Nines

3,An absolutely essential book for every modern football fan, about the development of Premier League tactics, published to coincide with 25 years of the competition.Back in 1992, English football was stuck in the dark ages, emerging from a five-year ban from European competition. The game was physical, bruising and attritional, based on strength over speed, aggression over finesse. It was the era of the midfield general, reducers, big men up front and getting it in the mixer; 4-4-2 was the order of the day. Few teams experimented tactically.And then, almost overnight, it all changed. The creation of the Premier League coincided with one of the most seismic rule changes in football history: the abolition of the back-pass. Suddenly defenders had no-get-out-of-jail-free card, goalkeepers had to be able to field and play the ball and the pace of the game quickened immeasurably. Tactics evolved dramatically, helped by an increased foreign influence.The Mixer is the first book to delve deep into the tactical story of the Premier League, and take a long view of how the game has developed over the last quarter century. From Ferguson's directness to Keegan's relentlessly attacking ...

Jeremy Evans (Author)

The Sailing Bible: The Complete Guide for All Sailors from Novice to Experienced Skipper

1, This new, revised edition of The Sailing Bible is the complete, hands-on manual packed with detailed, step-by-step diagrams, lively action photos, and helpful advice on getting the most out of your sailing at every level. Whether one is a dinghy or yacht sailor, just learning the basics or wanting tips on sailing with the best, this book will deliver all the answers needed. Contents include: What type of dinghy or yacht? Cruising and racing Launching, helming and capsizing Mastering the trapeze Sailing with a spinnaker Managing a crew Reading the weather Racing techniques and tactics Buoyage, tides, charts and navigation Anchoring, and marina berthing Knots, ropes and flags Boat etiquette and seamanship Rules of the road, safety and emergencies Boat maintenance and repair. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and brought completely up to date. Hundreds of improvements cover new technology to help with navigation, communications and safety. There is also increased coverage of dinghies and racing.