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The Surfing Tribe Roger Mansfield

The Surfing Tribe By Roger Mansfield

The Surfing Tribe by Roger Mansfield


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Summary

Tells the story of the history of surfing in Britain. This book pieces together the origins and history of the sport around the country. It charts the evolution of British surfboards and looks back at the films and magazines that have portrayed the British scene over the years.

The Surfing Tribe Summary

The Surfing Tribe: A History of Surfing in Britain by Roger Mansfield

The Surfing Tribe is the definitive story of the history of surfing in Britain. First published in 2009, this second edition has been significantly updated and expanded with an additional 32 pages and 60 new photos. Written by renowned surf historian Roger Mansfield, the book pieces together the origins and history of the sport around the country. All the key characters are profiled, from early pioneers like Rod Sumpter to international heroes on the pro circuit like Russell Winter. The book also charts the evolution of British surfboards and looks back at the films and magazines that have portrayed the British scene over the decades.

The Surfing Tribe Reviews

Encyclopedic, lovingly illustrated and peculiarly British. (Andy Martin, The Daily Telegraph) Ably illustrates the richness of Britain's surfing history. (Alex Wade, The Times) The UK and Ireland surf community has needed a book like this for a long time. A superb production. (Phil Jarratt, Pacific Longboarder Magazine)

About Roger Mansfield

Roger Mansfield is Britain's foremost surf historian. He began surfing in Cornwall in 1963, amid the excitement of the '60s boom in surf culture emanating from California. He was British champion in 1970 and has travelled throughout Europe, the Caribbean and Australia. Roger has written numerous articles for surfing magazines such as CARVE and The Surfer's Path and he was curator of Surf's Up! an exhibition of British surfing history which toured the country in 2004.

Additional information

GOR005195210
9780952364603
0952364603
The Surfing Tribe: A History of Surfing in Britain by Roger Mansfield
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Orca Publications Ltd
20110701
240
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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