Surfing
Book Details
Format
Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
3791376470
ISBN-13
9783791376479
Publisher
Prestel
Imprint
Prestel
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Mar 3rd, 2026
Print length
80 Pages
Weight
518 grams
Dimensions
28.50 x 19.70 x 1.30 cms
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With energy, color, and a sense of adventure, this vibrant volume draws young readers into the fascinating world of surfing—its history, its culture, and its irresistible spirit.
From the first wave riders in Polynesia to today’s world-class athletes chasing record-breaking swells, this book shows how surfing has always been more than a sport—it’s a way of life.
Readers discover:
Gazhole’s illustrations are energetic and full of movement, blending dynamic full-page scenes with lively diagrams and comic-style panels. They capture the rhythm of the sea, the spirit of surf culture, and the personalities of iconic surfers with sun-soaked charm.
Surfing’s cool, free-spirited energy makes this journey especially captivating for today’s readers—whether they’re seasoned wave-chasers or brand-new to the sport.
From the first wave riders in Polynesia to today’s world-class athletes chasing record-breaking swells, this book shows how surfing has always been more than a sport—it’s a way of life.
Readers discover:
- Waves form
- How early societies like those in Hawaii wove surfing into everyday life,
- How the practice spread around the world—from California and Australia to France, Indonesia, and beyond.
- Along the way, it introduces larger-than-life figures like Duke Kahanamoku, Miki Dora, Rell Sunn, and Kelly Slater, and explores how surfing intersects with music, film, fashion, activism, and even skateboarding.
- It also dives into topics like environmental awareness, gender equality, and the thrill of finding the perfect wave.
Gazhole’s illustrations are energetic and full of movement, blending dynamic full-page scenes with lively diagrams and comic-style panels. They capture the rhythm of the sea, the spirit of surf culture, and the personalities of iconic surfers with sun-soaked charm.
Surfing’s cool, free-spirited energy makes this journey especially captivating for today’s readers—whether they’re seasoned wave-chasers or brand-new to the sport.
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