{"product_id":"surfing-9783791376479","title":"Surfing","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Raphaël Krafft | Jérémy Lemarié | Gazhole\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Prestel Junior\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Prestel Junior\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Sports \u0026amp; Recreation - Water Sports\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith energy, color, and a sense of adventure, this vibrant volume draws young readers into the fascinating world of surfing--its history, its culture, and its irresistible spirit.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the first wave riders in Polynesia to today's world-class athletes chasing record-breaking swells, this book shows how surfing has always been more than a sport--it's a way of life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReaders discover: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaves form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow early societies like those in Hawaii wove surfing into everyday life, \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow the practice spread around the world--from California and Australia to France, Indonesia, and beyond. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlong the way, it introduces larger-than-life figures like Duke Kahanamoku, Miki Dora, Rell Sunn, and Kelly Slater, and explores how surfing intersects with music, film, fashion, activism, and even skateboarding. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt also dives into topics like environmental awareness, gender equality, and the thrill of finding the perfect wave. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGazhole's illustrations are energetic and full of movement, blending dynamic full-page scenes with lively diagrams and comic-style panels. They capture the rhythm of the sea, the spirit of surf culture, and the personalities of iconic surfers with sun-soaked charm. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSurfing's cool, free-spirited energy makes this journey especially captivating for today's readers--whether they're seasoned wave-chasers or brand-new to the sport.","brand":"Prestel Junior","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47564833685655,"sku":"9783791376479","price":1344.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9783791376479.webp?v=1774694765","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/surfing-9783791376479","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}