This work tests the relationship between international sporting events and human rights. It finds that hosts are sensitive to the increased attention their position brings and are more likely to then behave themselves.

A compendium of true stories of storm survival at sea from the 1960s onwards, collected together for the first time in one volume by solo sailing legend Pete Goss.

Introduction to Exercise Science introduces undergraduate students to the parent disciplines (e.g., anatomy, physiology, nutrition) and subdisciplines (e.g., exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor behaviour, exercise psychology) of exercise science and is designed to provide an overview of individual areas of study.

Introduction to Exercise Science introduces undergraduate students to the parent disciplines (e.g., anatomy, physiology, nutrition) and subdisciplines (e.g., exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor behaviour, exercise psychology) of exercise science and is designed to provide an overview of individual areas of study.

A compact, handy summary of the key things you need to know to start racing or refresh your knowledge: the perfect quick reference guide to keep in your kit bag. Covering the essentials: rules, start, points of sail, mark rounding, finishing, protests and flags in a highly illustrated easy-to-understand format – ideal when you need an answer fast!

Introductory Sports Engineering and Technology provides a primer to the world of sports engineering and technology. The text has been created to provide a comprehensive overview of key principles and is developed from established and recognised education providers.

Introductory Sports Engineering and Technology provides a primer to the world of sports engineering and technology. The text has been created to provide a comprehensive overview of key principles and is developed from established and recognised education providers.

Based on interviews with the greats and journeymen of baseball’s Negro Leagues, this narrative reveals a glorious chapter in sports history and African American history.