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Trauma-Informed Research in Sport, Exercise, and Health: Qualitative Methods (Qualitative Research in Sport and Physical Activity)
by Kerry R. McGannon Jenny McMahonThis is the first book to examine trauma research in the context of sport, exercise, and health. It outlines evidence-based, trauma-informed research practices, which qualitative researchers can use when conducting trauma research to prevent causing further harm to participants while maintaining a strengths-based approach.Featuring the trauma research of leading qualitative sport, exercise, and health researchers from around the world, each chapter showcases the contributors’ trauma research and participant context, followed by the ‘what, why, and how’ of trauma-informed research practices that were implemented. This book includes work from a wide range of contexts, including gender-based violence in sport and coaching, abuse in sport, the aftermath of abuse and violence, physical activity after spinal cord injury, trauma and limb amputation, trauma and homelessness, trauma and autistic adults, and sport for care-experienced youth. It provides researchers interested in working with populations affected by trauma with a qualitative research resource to build on, and highlights new directions in conducting trauma-informed research.This is important reading for any researcher with an interest in trauma not only in sport, exercise, and health research but also in qualitative research contexts more broadly. It is a valuable resource for anyone working in athlete welfare, sport and exercise psychology, youth sport, sport development, physical activity and health, disability, gender, safeguarding, or social work.
Traumatic Brain Injury in Sports
by Michael Collins Mark Lovell Jeffrey Barth Ruben EchemendiaTraumatic brain injury (TBI) in sports has become an important international public health issue over the past two decades. However, until recently, return to play decisions following a sports-related traumatic brain injury have been based on anecdotal evidence and have not been based on scientifically validated clinical protocols. Over the past decade, the field of Neuropsychology has become an increasingly important component of the return to play decision making process following TBI. Neuropsychological assessment instruments are increasingly being adapted for use with athletes throughout the world and the field of sports neuropsychology appears to be a rapidly evolving subspecialty. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the application of neuropsychological assessment instruments in sports, and it is structured to present a global perspective on contemporary research. In addition to a review of current research, Traumatic Brain Injury in Sports: An International Neuropsychological Perspective, presents a thorough review of current clinical models that are being implemented internationally within American and Australian rules football, soccer, boxing, ice hockey, rugby and equestrian sports.
Traumberuf Fussballprofi: Der harte Weg vom Bolzplatz in die Bundesliga
by Jörg Runde Thomas TambergEinmal wie Thomas Müller das entscheidende Tor schießen und von Millionen Fans bejubelt werden. Wer hat noch nicht davon geträumt? Noch nie zuvor wurde das Berufsbild Profifußballer so spannend und detailliert beschrieben wie in diesem Buch von Jörg Runde und Thomas Tamberg. In zahlreichen Insider-Geschichten, Anekdoten und Reportagen von den Schauplätzen des deutschen Fußballs wird erzählt, was einen Fußballer während seiner Laufbahn erwartet. Vom ersten Vereinseintritt als kleiner Junge, über die Ausbildung in einem Bundesliga-Nachwuchs-Leistungszentrum, den ersten Lizenzspielervertrag bis hin zur Zeit nach der Karriere werden alle Stationen durchlaufen und begleitet. Zu Wort kommen aktive Akteure der Szene wie Philipp Lahm, Thomas Müller, Mario Götze, Hermann Gerland, Robin Dutt oder Ernst Tanner ebenso wie besorgte Eltern, Spielerberater, Psychologen, Medienwissenschaftler, Nachwuchstrainer und viele andere Experten aus allen relevanten Bereichen der Bundesliga. Das Buch beleuchtet alle Facetten dieses Traumberufs ohne zu glorifizieren. Entstanden ist ein einmaliges Porträt, spannend erzählt, für alle, die wissen wollen, wie das Leben eines Profifußballers wirklich verläuft. Mit einem Geleitwort von Jung-Nationalspieler Lewis Holtby. Diese limitierte Weltmeister-Ausgabe enthält ein Extra-Kapitel zum Werdegang unserer Nationalspieler und der stillen Helden, die sie ausgebildet haben.
Travel Team
by Mike LupicaDanny Walker may be the smallest kid on the basketball court, but no one has a bigger love of the game. Then the local travel team-that Danny's dad led to the national championship when he was a kid-cuts Danny because of his size. It turns out that he's not the only kid who was cut for the wrong reasons. Now Danny and his dad are about to give all the castoffs a second chance and prove that you can't measure heart.
Travel, Tourism and Art (Current Developments in the Geographies of Leisure and Tourism)
by Jo-Anne Lester Tijana RakićArt, in its many forms, has long played an important role in people’s imagination, experience and remembrance of places, cultures and travels as well as in their motivation to travel. Travel and tourism, on the other hand, have also inspired numerous artists and featured in many artworks. The fascinating relationships between travel, tourism and art encompass a wide range of phenomena from historical ’Grand Tours’ during which a number of travellers experienced or produced artwork, to present-day travel inspired by art, artworks produced by contemporary travellers or artworks produced by locals for tourist consumption. Focusing on the representations of ’touristic’ places, locals, travellers and tourists in artworks; the role of travel and tourism in inspiring artists; as well as the role of art and artwork in imagining, experiencing and remembering places and motivating travel and tourism; this edited volume provides a space for an exploration of both historical and contemporary relationships between travel, tourism and art. Bringing together scholars from a wide range of disciplines and fields of study including geography, anthropology, history, philosophy, and urban, cultural, tourism, art and leisure studies, this volume discusses a range of case studies across different art forms and locales.
Traveling Light
by Bill BarichHere is a travel book with a difference: ten chronological chapters from a year of wandering, from the Pacific Northwest to Tuscany and back again to the trout-laden streams of California. Join Bill Barich as he travels the globe, from the trout streams of Northern California to the auction ring at Saratoga, where millions of dollars may be gaveled away for a yearling thoroughbred; from seedy London pubs to a run-down Florentine palazzo during a glorious Italian spring. Learn the science of English beer brewing, the art of fly tying, how to generate hydroelectric power, the proper analysis of the Daily Racing Form, and the best way to eat artichokes.Freshness, wit, and Barich's distinctive voice create a luminous travelogue crackling with an inimitable curiosity and an elegance of style that marks every step of this remarkable journey.
Traveling Light: A Year of Wandering, from California to England and Tuscany and Back Again (Lyons Press Series)
by Bill BarichHere is a travel book with a difference: ten chronological chapters from a year of wandering, from the Pacific Northwest to Tuscany and back again to the trout-laden streams of California. Join Bill Barich as he travels the globe, from the trout streams of Northern California to the auction ring at Saratoga, where millions of dollars may be gaveled away for a yearling thoroughbred; from seedy London pubs to a run-down Florentine palazzo during a glorious Italian spring. Learn the science of English beer brewing, the art of fly tying, how to generate hydroelectric power, the proper analysis of the Daily Racing Form, and the best way to eat artichokes. Freshness, wit, and Barich's distinctive voice create a luminous travelogue crackling with an inimitable curiosity and an elegance of style that marks every step of this remarkable journey.
Traveling Shoes: The Story of Willye White, US Olympian and Long Jump Champion
by Alice Faye DuncanUntold until now, here is the story of Black sprinter and long-jumper Willye B. White, who went from picking cotton as a child in Mississippi to competing and winning in the 1956 and 1964 Olympics.Future Olympian Willye B. White was born in 1939 in Money, Mississippi—but money was exactly what she didn&’t have. Abandoned by both her parents, she worked alongside her grandparents in the cotton fields. Willye had big dreams, though. So when her cousin noticed she was the fastest runner around, Willye jumped at the chance to put on her traveling shoes and run her way to better opportunities. And run Willye did, first for the Tennessee State Tigerbelles and then for the US Olympic team. Her struggles weren&’t over though—time and again, Willye had to remind herself, &“I believe in me,&” whether she was running and jumping or witnessing the turmoil of the Civil Rights Movement.Through Alice Faye Duncan&’s signature combination of poetry and prose and Keith Mallett's lifelike illustrations, readers will be inspired by Willye White&’s persistence and will learn how she contributed to Black progress with muscle and grit.
Travels with Stanley
by Keepers of the CupThroughout the course of the year the Stanley Cup travels more than two hundred days, covering the width and breadth of the globe. Whether it's a celebration with the Stanley Cup champions as they take hockey's greatest prize back to their hometowns or spreading the hockey gospel according to Stanley, the trophy is recognized and revered everywhere it goes. And Phil Pritchard, the keeper of the cup, is with Stanley every step of the way. Travels with Stanley chronicles many of these visits. But this is a book that is as educational as it is entertaining. In each unique photograph, the Stanley Cup is pictured in an iconic setting, and readers are given a lesson in the history, geography, or trivia of the location. Whether visiting Elvis Presley's beloved Graceland, or NASA in Florida, Travels with Stanley is a totally unique, entertaining look at the world through the eyes of hockey's Holy Grail-- the Stanley Cup.
Travers Corners: Classic Stories about Fly Fishing and a Small Montana Town (Lyons Press Ser.)
by Scott WaldieWelcome to Travers Corners, a dusty Montana town, where nothing much has happened since Herbert Hoover stopped for gas. <P><P>Travers Corners, like most small towns, has no newspaper, no radio station; but here, large trout-no better than large trout, fictitious trout-await the angler. And apart from spreading gossip outside the McCraken's General Store, the residents of Travers Corners love nothing more than fly fishing.Scott Waldie's delightful cast of characters breathes life into this tiny, out-of-the-way town. Meet Judson C. Clarke, boat builder and some-time guide down the waters of Carrie Creek. Jud's best friend Henry knows his way around just about everything, and has a story and a laugh for everyone. Meet Dolores, the belle of Travers Corners; Sarah, who fled from New York City in search of quiet and community; Doc, who loves his profession and fly fishing-and not necessarily in that order-; Ed, the mechanic who's too patriotic to work on imports; and so many more enormous personalities.Waldie's warmth, wit, and shrewd eye for characterization, evokes a deep nostalgia for times past and quirky communities. For fly fishers everywhere, Travers Corners will be a second home.
Travis Kelce: All Access
by K. C. KelleyWho is Travis Kelce? Learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end in this fun, fact-filled biography!Get to know the real Travis Kelce in this biography that’s packed with fun facts, stats, top tens, listicles, and lots more! Follow Travis’s journey from his childhood on the little league field to his high school years playing baseball and football, all the way to the bright lights of the NFL.It’s all inside this book: everything you want to know about Travis’s records and stats, plus the scoop on his family, friends, and fans. Plus, you’ll discover all his faves: foods, fan moments, career highlights, and much more! With eight pages of full-color photos!
Tread Lightly: Form Footwear and the Quest for Injury-Free Running
by Peter Larson Bill KatovskyPraise for the work of Peter Larson "Larson presents a wealth of balanced info on the raging debate over proper running form and minimalist running shoes." --Erin Beresini, Outside Online "Peter Larson is both a scientist and a realist when it comes to running shoes, and that's a good combination." --Amby Burfoot, Peak Performance Blog, Runner's WorldHumans evolved over the millennia to become one of the most exceptional distance-running species on Earth. So why are injuries so common? Are our shoes to blame, or is it a question of running form, training, or poor diet? In this groundbreaking book, Peter Larson and Bill Katovsky explore the reasons why runners experience injuries and offer potential solutions to the current epidemic of running-related injuries. Their findings, gleaned from research studies and conversations with leading footwear scientists, biomechanical experts, coaches, podiatrists, physical therapists, and competitive runners, are informative and enlightening. Topics include:How modern runners differ from their ancestorsWhy repetitive stress causes most injuries, and how runners can safely reduce their occurrenceThe pros and cons of barefoot runningWhy it's time to move beyond the pronation-control paradigm with running shoesHow certain running-form flaws might increase injury riskHow footwear has evolved over the past 10,000 yearsThe recreational runnerWhy running shoes are not inherently evilTread Lightly is a highly readable, multifaceted investigation of running--past and present, with a hopeful look to the future.
Treading Water
by Alex WintersActor Tucker Crawford is having the worst summer ever. Thanks to a viral video of him trying to swim, he&’s the laughingstock of Hollywood and his role in a hit TV series is in jeopardy. The only bright spot is Tucker&’s sexy new swim coach, Reed Oliver, but even that has its problems—because Tucker is deep in the closet and has never been with a guy. Reed Oliver is having the best summer ever. He&’s just scored a high-paying freelance gig teaching a Hollywood actor how to swim. The two of them have the run of a deserted summer camp, complete with an Olympic-size swimming pool. But when cocky playboy Reed meets shy, virgin Tucker, sparks fly and Reed&’s walk-in-the-park coaching job becomes a minefield of temptation. Once they kiss for the first time, there&’s no way to overcome their mutual passion and no looking back. But after two weeks of secluded intimacy, can they keep their romance alive in the real world?
Treasure Island: Runaway Gold
by Jewell Parker RhodesBestselling and award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes reimagines the classic novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson in this thrilling adventure set in modern-day Manhattan, in which three children must navigate the city’s hidden history, dodge a threatening crew of skater kids, and decide who they can really trust in order to hunt down a long-buried treasure. Three kids. One dog. And the island of Manhattan, laid out in an old treasure map. Zane is itching for an adventure that will take him away from his family’s boarding house in Rockaway, Queens. So when he is entrusted with a real treasure map, leading to a spot somewhere in Manhattan, Zane wastes no time in riding the ferry over to the city to start the search with his friends Kiko and Jack and his dog, Hip-Hop.Through strange coincidence, they meet a man who is eager to help them find the treasure: John, a sailor who knows all about the buried history of Black New Yorkers of centuries past—and the gold that is hidden somewhere in those stories.As a vicious rival skateboard crew follows them around the city, Zane and his friends begin to wonder who they can really trust. And soon it becomes clear that treasure hunting is a dangerous business…Jewell Parker Rhodes has written a version of Treasure Island like none you’ve never seen—one that takes the reader through little-known Black history, and under the city of Manhattan itself.
Treat Concussion, TBI, and PTSD with Vitamins and Antioxidants
by Kedar N. PrasadThe most up-to-date resource on nutritional supplements for the prevention and improved management of concussive injury, TBI, and PTSD • Provides an easy-to-follow program of supplements to optimize the benefits of treatment programs and offer a method of prevention beyond the use of helmets • Shows how standard treatments do not address the oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, and high glutamate levels that promote brain injury progression • Explains how single micronutrients do not provide the same preventive benefits as the synergistic combinations explored in the book The human brain is highly complex. When brain injury strikes, whether from a blow to the head or the shock of physical or emotional trauma, successful treatment requires a multilevel approach, taking into account the health of the brain prior to injury. Multilevel, complementary treatment approaches can also be applied to strengthen the uninjured brain and help prevent neurological injury for those at high risk of concussion, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic brain injury. In this practical scientific guide, leading researcher in cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s prevention Kedar N. Prasad, Ph.D., reveals the latest revolutionary discoveries on the use of antioxidants and micronutrients to manage and prevent concussive injury, TBI, and PTSD. He explains that increased oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, and glutamate release are common underlying factors in these conditions and should be addressed for improved management. He debunks the flawed conclusions of the neurological community that vitamins and antioxidants are ineffective for these conditions, revealing how their studies focused on specific micronutrients rather than synergistic combinations. The author details his easy-to-follow supplement program to treat and prevent these injuries, outlining the correct daily amounts and proper combinations of vitamins, antioxidants, micronutrients, and polyphenolic compounds such as curcumin and resveratrol. Offering the missing complement to standard medical care of brain injury as well as a form of prevention beyond the use of helmets, this guide provides a truly holistic approach to the prevention and management of concussive injury, TBI, and PTSD.
Treating Athletes with Eating Disorders: Bridging the Gap between Sport and Clinical Worlds
by Kate BennettThis book provides readers with concrete, tangible tools for treating athletes with eating disorders by discussing issues that are unique to this population and introducing specific ideas to help facilitate recovery among this population. Dr. Bennett integrates her experiences in sport and mental health to provide a comprehensive resource for all healthcare providers who support athletes with eating disorders. Traditional sport psychology interventions are translated into clinical action to help therapists align with the athletic identities of individuals recovering from eating disorders. From diagnosis and neurobiology to athletic identity and excellence, this book covers a range of topics to help readers build their own toolboxes of creative and clinically sound psychological interventions. This comprehensive guide provides professionals who are new to the field with essential knowledge pertaining to the treatment of eating disorders and offers experienced healthcare providers insight on treatment aspects that are unique to working with athletes.
Treble Triumph: My Inside Story of Manchester City's Greatest-ever Season
by Vincent KompanyVincent Kompany relives a spectacular and unique season for Manchester City, in which as club captain he led the Blues to a unique Treble success of Premier League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup triumphs. Told from his unique viewpoint, this is the definitive account of a remarkable campaign. After Manchester City had won the Premier League title in 2018, collecting a record number of points along the way, the pressure was on for them to go one better in 2019 - but instead they went two better, winning every single major domestic trophy, starting with the Community Shield. In this frank and compelling book, Kompany tells the dramatic story of Manchester City's record-breaking season. In the league, they faced a formidable challenge from Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool that went all the way to the final game of the campaign. He takes the reader behind the scenes, to give them an insight into how manager Pep Guardiola inspired them and came up with the right decisions at the right time; he explains what made his team-mates, from Aguero up front to Ederson in goal, so special; and, having scored a spectacular thunderbolt of a goal to virtually secure the title, he explains how and why he decided that the time had come to move on from the club he had adorned for more than a decade.Vincent Kompany is a club legend, and now he has delivered an account of a special season that will be treasured by City fans everywhere.
The Tree Forager
by Adele NozedarAimed at tree lovers of all ages, this beautifully illustrated handbook is the first guide to foraging specifically from trees, looking at all the incredible things we can get and make from them, from food and remedies to toys, whistles and ink.Foraging is one of the fastest-growing nature-related pastimes in the UK and US. There are many books about foraging but this is the only one that focuses on what is arguably everyone's favourite plant - trees! It profiles 40 incredible trees from the UK and US - from apple, ash and bay to walnut, willow and yew, gorgeously illustrated with watercolour, pen and ink botanical illustrations. In her humorous, inspiring and warm text, Adele explains how we can forage from our trees, not only for food, but also for home remedies, for ingredients to use in cocktails and ferments, and for materials to make toys, musical instruments and other useful things. Did you know that you can grind acorns into flour to make pancakes, for example, or use oak galls for ink? Or that Willow can be used for weaving; ash, hazel and oak are all good for making charcoal. Packed full of recipes and things to do, there is also a sprinkling of folklore and superstition, as well as helpful recognition tips. Overall it traces the fascinating story of the intimate relationship between humankind and our trees.
The Tree that Bends: How a flexible mind can help you thrive
by Dr Ross G White'Discover the wisdom within The Tree That Bends, a compelling exploration of embracing difficult emotions and acting in ways that are deeply meaningful' - Dr. Todd B. Kashdan, Professor of Psychology and author of The Upside of Your Dark Side and The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy EffectivelyModern life urges us to push relentlessly for what looks like success and to be resolute in avoiding anything less. But at what cost? Burnout and disillusionment are on the rise.What if there is another way? One that allows us to both do well and feel well; an approach that transforms our striving into thriving?For clinical psychologist Ross White, a Tanzanian proverb - 'The wind does not break the tree that bends' signals the solution. During more than fifteen years as an expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he has supported countless high-performance clients to develop their psychological flexibility - to anchor themselves in the present, lean into their emotions and make choices in line with their personal values.If you juggle competing demands, take pride in what you do, and want to achieve your personal goals without sacrificing yourself, then high-performance applies to you too. With perspective-shifting insights and practical strategies, The Tree that Bends will help you to develop a flexible mind so that you can thrive, whatever storms life may throw at you.
The Tree that Bends: How a flexible mind can help you thrive
by Dr Ross G White'Discover the wisdom within The Tree That Bends, a compelling exploration of embracing difficult emotions and acting in ways that are deeply meaningful' - Dr. Todd B. Kashdan, Professor of Psychology and author of The Upside of Your Dark Side and The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy EffectivelyModern life urges us to push relentlessly for what looks like success and to be resolute in avoiding anything less. But at what cost? Burnout and disillusionment are on the rise.What if there is another way? One that allows us to both do well and feel well; an approach that transforms our striving into thriving?For clinical psychologist Ross White, a Tanzanian proverb - 'The wind does not break the tree that bends' signals the solution. During more than fifteen years as an expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he has supported countless high-performance clients to develop their psychological flexibility - to anchor themselves in the present, lean into their emotions and make choices in line with their personal values.If you juggle competing demands, take pride in what you do, and want to achieve your personal goals without sacrificing yourself, then high-performance applies to you too. With perspective-shifting insights and practical strategies, The Tree that Bends will help you to develop a flexible mind so that you can thrive, whatever storms life may throw at you.
The Tree that Bends: How a flexible mind can help you thrive
by Dr Ross G White'Discover the wisdom within The Tree That Bends, a compelling exploration of embracing difficult emotions and acting in ways that are deeply meaningful' - Dr. Todd B. Kashdan, Professor of Psychology and author of The Upside of Your Dark Side and The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy EffectivelyModern life urges us to push relentlessly for what looks like success and to be resolute in avoiding anything less. But at what cost? Burnout and disillusionment are on the rise.What if there is another way? One that allows us to both do well and feel well; an approach that transforms our striving into thriving?For clinical psychologist Ross White, a Tanzanian proverb - 'The wind does not break the tree that bends' signals the solution. During more than fifteen years as an expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he has supported countless high-performance clients to develop their psychological flexibility - to anchor themselves in the present, lean into their emotions and make choices in line with their personal values.If you juggle competing demands, take pride in what you do, and want to achieve your personal goals without sacrificing yourself, then high-performance applies to you too. With perspective-shifting insights and practical strategies, The Tree that Bends will help you to develop a flexible mind so that you can thrive, whatever storms life may throw at you.
The Trees of San Francisco
by Michael SullivanTrees of San Francisco introduces readers to the rich variety of trees that thrive in San Francisco's unique conditions. San Francisco's cool Mediterranean climate has made it home to interesting and unusual trees from all over the world - trees as colorful and exotic as the city itself.This new guide combines engaging descriptions of sixty-five different trees with color photos that reflect the visual appeal of San Francisco. Each page covers a different tree, with several paragraphs of interesting text accompanied by one or two photos. Each entry for a tree also lists locations where "landmark" specimens of the tree can be found. Interspersed throughout the book are sidebar stories of general interest related to San Francisco's trees. Trees of San Francisco also includes a dozen tree tours that will link landmark trees and local attractions in interesting San Francisco neighborhoods such as the Castro, Pacific Heights and the Mission - walks that will appeal to tourists as well as Bay Area natives.
Treinamento Mental Para Artes Marciais: Um Breve Guia Para Obter Resultados
by Rory Christensen Makoto YamamotoAcelere seu treinamento de artes marciais com este livro! Ele é o melhor guia para treinar a mente e obter sucesso nas artes marciais. Neste livro você aprenderá: * O poder da meditação, e por que cinco minutos por dia é tudo de que precisa para obter resultados reais * A acelerar seu progresso utilizando técnicas de visualização * A conseguir um foco que o fará atingir seus objetivos em um prazo muito mais curto * A lidar com o medo e vencer seu oponente interior * Técnicas simples de PNL que funcionam - e ponto * A ter mais autodisciplina e a gerenciar sua negatividade * E muito mais Ao aplicar as técnicas descritas neste livro, você vai acelerar seu progresso nas artes marciais e chegar mais longe do que jamais foi, não importa qual modalidade você treine.
Trekking Beyond: Walk the World's Epic Trails
by Damian Hall Dave Costello Billi BierlingExplore the world’s most iconic walking destinations through stunning photographs and essays that capture the beauty and majesty of nature.Discover the epic drama of mountain trails, windswept coastal paths, dense forest walks and the immense canyons, glaciers and ocean vistas only your feet can take you to.Vivid essays introduce the world’s best trekking regions—from the Himalayas to the Andes, the wilds of the Scottish Highlands to the dusty Australian Outback—exploring the challenges of walking these paths, the history of their formation and the sense of exploration and wonder to be found along these distinctive routes. Each route is accompanied by stunning photography, showcasing the variety of terrains and their magnificent vistas.“An absolute ‘must’ for armchair travelers, aspiring mountaineers, and ambitious world travelers.” —Midwest Book Review
Tres maneras de volcar un barco
by Chris StewartUn original, divertido y atractivo relato del mundo, el de un hombre amable que, desvinculado desde hace años de la servitud de los bienes materiales, sabe disfrutar como nadie de los pequeños y grandes placeres de la vida. Chris Stewart comparte con el lector una de las experiencias más insólitas de una vida ya de por sí asombrosa. Todo comienza de forma fortuita cuando una amiga le ofrece un trabajo tentador: ser el patrón de un velero para navegar en las islas griegas. La propuesta parece un sueño hecho realidad, si no fuera por un pequeño inconveniente: Chris no ha navegado en su vida, ni sabe por dónde empezar. Con abundantes dosis de ingenio e hilarante autocrítica, Chris narra su iniciación a la vela, desde un neblinoso puerto de la costa inglesa hasta su particular odisea por aguas mediterráneas rumbo a la isla de Spetses. Y como guinda, una inolvidable peripecia a través del Atlántico Norte por la ruta del legendario explorador escandinavo Leif Eriksson. Reseñas:«Chris escribe con un vitalismo optimista, rebosante de gracia y franqueza.»Jordi Pigem, Culturas «Tres maneras de volcar un barco [...] nos recuerda que la vida es una oportunidad maravillosa y nos incita a exprimirla.»Pascual Perea, Territorios