Veteran Sports photographer Ronald C. Modra and his journalist wife, M.B. Roberts, have fulfilled the need for an authoritative guide for all participants - from secondary school and college athletes (and their parents, coaches and trainers) to adults eager to try rowing for the first time. Along with background on the sport's history going back to ancient times, here's complete instruction on everything from getting into the shell safely (without shoving your foot through the bottom) to efficient rowing form and competitive racing strategy.