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Surfers
In this book, 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.
A Wave Away
Have surfboard will travel -- the most amazing places in the world to surf In A Wave Away, surfer and author Matt Griggs escapes to some of the planet's most intriguing surfing locations. From far-off places such as Israel, Chile and Spain, to the more commonly known beach breaks in Hawaii, New Zealand, France and South Africa, he and his friends from the surfing world explore the landscape as well as the swell. Join Matt for the ride as he finds Ireland's most unlikely surf spot at the bottom of the Cliffs of Moher; hear Kelly Slater riffing about life, the universe, and pursuit by paparazzi; and paddle out into the line-up with Aussie world champ Mick Fanning as he takes on J-Bay in South Africa, then travels to a shanty town to support a woman stricken with AIDS. From Mexico to Indonesia, Argentina to New Caledonia, Japan to Norway, Matt Griggs writes with passion and humour about lifestyles, cultures, and crossing the globe to find the perfect wave.
The Boy Scouts in the Rockies
"The Boy Scouts in the Rockies" is a book written by Herbert Carter. In this exciting adventure, a group of Boy Scouts embarks on a journey to the majestic Rockies, one of the most breathtaking mountain ranges in the world. Led by their scoutmaster, the boys navigate through rugged terrain, face unpredictable weather conditions, and encounter various wildlife. As they explore the Rockies, the Boy Scouts learn important skills such as map reading, orienteering, and mountaineering. They also develop a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the mountains and the importance of preserving the environment. Along their journey, the scouts demonstrate courage, perseverance, and the ability to overcome challenges. "The Boy Scouts in the Rockies" is a thrilling tale that combines outdoor adventure with valuable life lessons. It promotes the values of the Boy Scouts, emphasizing personal growth, teamwork, and respect for nature."
The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine
"The Boy Scouts in the Rockies; Or, The Secret of the Hidden Silver Mine" by Herbert active 1909-1917 Carter. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Against the Water
The gut-wrenching story of how one of Australia’s finest surfers overcame a brain injury and despair to win an Olympic medal. On the morning of 10 December 2015, Owen Wright entered the water at Pipeline, Hawaii, determined to become a world champion. But after being pounded by a set of monstrous waves, he ended up fighting for life and facing extensive brain trauma. In this inspirational memoir, Wright chronicles the events leading up to that fateful day, as well as the months and years that followed as he battled to regain basic functioning, and eventually the capacity to compete again at the apex of surfing. Against the Water carries the reader back to Wright’s boyhood in the tiny tow...
The Cordillera - Volume 8
Each June the world's toughest mountain bike race is held. Covering over 2,650 miles with over 170,000 feet of climbing, the race course follows dirt roads, muddy tracks and snow covered mountains along the Continental Divide from Banff Canada to the Mexican border at Antelope Wells New Mexico. This is the Tour Divide, a unique race where the clock never stops and outside support is forbidden. It is the rider and their bike against the elements-and the internal demons. The Cordillera is the journal of the Tour Divide. 2016 saw the first ever sub-14 day ride. There was an unprecedented number of animal encounters. The weather was torrid. The Cordillera Volume 8 shares the stories of the successes, and challenges, of the 2016 Tour Divide. It shares the experiences of athletes plumbing the depths of endurance, in the transformational experience that is the Tour Divide.
Selected Short Stories of Weldon Kees
By the age of thirty, Weldon Kees (1914?55) was a poet, journalist, musician, painter, photographer, and short story writer living in New York City. Despite a contract for aøforthcoming novel, however, he stopped writing fiction, moved to San Francisco, and worked as an artist and filmmaker. On July 18, 1955, his car was found on the Golden Gate Bridge, and he has not been seen since. These stories by Kees, predominantly set in Depression-era mid-America, feature bleak, realistic settings and characters resigned to their meager lives. The owner of an auto parts store occasionally "sells" his sister Betty Lou to interested patrons; a cryptic message in library books indicates the yearnings o...
Notes for a Young Surfer
The beach has long been a privileged site in Australian culture, and surfers have become its icons. For many surfers, young and old, surfing isn't simply a hobby or sport but a treasured way of life. Notes for a Young Surfer taps into the beauty of surfing and also tells the truth about the dark side of surf culture where young men come into contact with violence, misogyny, sex, racism, turf wars and homophobia. This book reveals the unwritten codes and rituals that rule all aspects of a young man's life in surf culture, from body image and notions of national identity, to politics and mateship. Notes for a Young Surfer uses real stories from the surfing world. It provides surfing tips but is also full of funny, reassuring and practical advice about how to handle the challenges and decisions that young men face. Read more about this book in author's website: http://www.cliftonevers.net/
Free Your Mind
Matt Griggs retains sole copyright for his contribution to this book created for the Kelee course. The Kelee® Foundation retains sole copyright for its intellectual property in this book. Kelee is a registered trademark, and other Kelee concepts from Ron W. Rathbun's books are being used with Ron's permission. Join our Kelee®Meditation 10-step 'Free Your Mind' online beginners course found on www.thekelee.com This is a 10-week online course where students are grounded in the basic principles of Kelee® Meditation, self reflection and the mind. This journal is part of the online course material which you will need along with Troubleshooting the Mind: Understanding the Basic Principles of th...
