Women on waves : a cultural history of surfing: from ancient goddesses and Hawaiian queens to Malibu movie stars and millennial champions
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Published
New York : Pegasus Books, 2021.
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Book
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John & Judy Gay Library - Adult Nonfiction
797.32082 KEM
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797.32082 KEM
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Published
New York : Pegasus Books, 2021.
Physical Desc
viii, 456 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Notes
General Note
Includes index.
Citation/References
Publishers Weekly,,May 03, 2021
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Description
A captivating look at two centuries of surfing-"the Sport of Queens"-from Native Hawaiian royalty to the breakout style and jaw-dropping feats on the waves today. Few subjects in the world of sports and or the outdoors is more timelyor compelling than women's surfing. From smart, strong, fearlesswomenshattering recordson80-footwavesto professional athletes fighting for equal pay and a more fair and just playing field, these amazing, wave-ridingwarriors provide an inspirational and aspirational cast of powerful role models forwomen(and men) across all backgrounds and generations. Over the past two-hundred years, and especially the past five decades, the surfing lifestyle have become the envy of people around the world. The perceptionof sun, sand, surf, strong youngwomenand their inimitable style, has created a booming lifestyle and sports industry-and the sportthat is set to make its Olympic exhibition debut in Tokyo 2021. A massive shift from when colonizers tried to extinguish all traces of Native Hawaiian surfing and its sacred culture. What is it about the surfing that intrigues people of all ages, from all corners of the world? The beaches and idyllic locations? The unique style and mystique that surfers project? These women,onthe beach and riding giantwaves, or in the media, have made their mark on not just their sport, but our wider culture. Women on Wavesis filled with phenomenal athletic performance, breakthrough female achievements, and plenty of inspiration and fun to see us through until the time when we can all hit the surf once more! Spanning a millennia from Hawaii to Malibu, New York to Australia,South Africa to the South Pacific and beyond, Jim Kemptonpresents a fascinating new narrative that will captivateanyone who loves sports and the outdoors.
Target Audience
Adult,Brodart.
Target Audience
Adult,Brodart.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Kempton, J. (2021). Women on waves: a cultural history of surfing: from ancient goddesses and Hawaiian queens to Malibu movie stars and millennial champions . Pegasus Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Kempton, Jim. 2021. Women On Waves: A Cultural History of Surfing: From Ancient Goddesses and Hawaiian Queens to Malibu Movie Stars and Millennial Champions. Pegasus Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Kempton, Jim. Women On Waves: A Cultural History of Surfing: From Ancient Goddesses and Hawaiian Queens to Malibu Movie Stars and Millennial Champions Pegasus Books, 2021.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Kempton, Jim. Women On Waves: A Cultural History of Surfing: From Ancient Goddesses and Hawaiian Queens to Malibu Movie Stars and Millennial Champions Pegasus Books, 2021.
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