Sports & Fitness 2015 Holiday Gift Guide Colleen Gibson | Marketing and Publicity Assistant | colleen.gibson@bloomsbury.com | (212) 419-5336 THE RUGBY WORLD CUP The Definitive Photographic History By Brendan Gallagher The 2015 Rugby World Cup begins in September and the game continues to gain popularity in the United States, bolstered by the big news that its men’s and women’s teams have qualified for the 2016 Rio Olympics. This breathtaking book captures all of the passion and energy on the field. THE RUGBY WORLD CUP records each tournament’s journey in photographs, providing all of the anecdotes, highlights, key players, pivotal moments, and championship teams. The blood. The sweat. The tears. It’s all here. (ISBN: 9781472912626 | Hardcover | September 1, 2015 | $40) THE WORLD’S MOST EXTREME CHALLENGES 50 Exceptional Feats of Endurance from around the Globe By Paul Moore Every now and again the world takes notice of someone who has done something truly extraordinary. Whether that involves jumping from a balloon on the edge of the earth's atmosphere, trekking through the depths of the Antarctic winter, or sailing solo around the world, these exceptional feats of endurance and bravery capture the imaginations of individuals worldwide. THE WORLD’S MOST EXTREME CHALLENGES explores how hard and far individuals are willing to push themselves in their pursuit of the ultimate physical challenge. This is a celebration of what human beings can do when they decide to push themselves to their limits—and beyond. (ISBN: 9781472905765 | Hardcover | October 13, 2015 |$34) P IS FOR PELOTON An A-Z of Cycling By Suze Clemitson, Illustrated by Mark Fairhurst Ever wanted to know your lanterne rouge from your flamme rouge? Packed with fun facts from the amazing to the bizarre, and stories about the greatest riders in the sport, P IS FOR PELOTON is a beautiful A-Z of cycling written by cycling journalist Suze Clemitson, and illustrated by renowned cycling artist Mark Fairhurst. Compact and unique, this is the perfect gift for all fans of the peloton, old and new. (ISBN: 9781472912855 | Hardcover | October 13, 2015 | $18)
GAME, SET AND MATCH Secret Weapons of the World’s Top Tennis Players By Mark Hodgkinson There is no better way to improve your game than by learning the secrets of the best. GAME, SET AND MATCH is a lifetime resource for those who spend a majority of their time on the courts or visit frequently as a fan or spectator. We all know that tennis is more than repeatable serves and solid groundstrokes. To master the game, a player has to continually improve in all elements of play: the technical, the physical, and the mental. This collection covers it all and is a must-have reference from a who’s who of players and coaches; champions and icons. (ISBN: 9781472905772 | Hardcover | 2015 | $20)
HINAULT By Ruben Van Gucht Foreword by Bernard Hinault, introduction by Philippe Brunel Bernard Hinault, known as Le Blaireau (the Badger), is one of only six cyclists to have won all three Grand Tours, and the only cyclist to have won each more than once. In this visually stunning celebration of the life of the legendary French cyclist is told through interviews, stories, and jaw-dropping photography. The lives of the great cyclists hold a special fascination for fans of road cycling's history. Hinault remains one of the most recognizable faces in modern cycling. (ISBN: 9781472912961| Hardcover | 2015 | $60)
MERCKX 69 Celebrating the World’s Greatest Cyclist in His Finest Year By Jan Maes and Tonny Strouken Prologue by Eddy Merckx A fascinating insight into one of the greatest road cyclists of all time at the pinnacle of his career -- featuring previously unpublished reportage and photography. Publishedfor the first time in the US, this gorgeous gift book documents Eddy Merckx in 1969, considered to be the best year of Merckx’s road-cycling career and features previously unpublished photographs by Tonny Strouken, who spent most of 1969 following Merckx during his epic racing season. (ISBN: 9781472910646 | Hardcover | 2015 | $60)