Sport

This timely and interdisciplinary book is the first to examine mountain tourism and local communities with a pro-poor lens. By drawing on human geography, political and social science, ethics and moral philosophy and empirical research, the volume explores how mountain tourism can be used to fight poverty and inequality in mountain regions.

This volume explores walking as a form of research practice. The contributions by a wide range of scholars and practitioners cover a variety of urban and non-urban landscapes around the world.

A walking safari is the best way to enjoy pristine African wilderness, reaching places impossible for vehicles. It offers safari travellers the joy of genuine immersion. This book combines practical tips, reserve-by-reserve information of specific interest to walkers, and vivid narratives of the best walking experiences.

Details a walk through rural and upland Britain, stopping at historic sites along the way, often those with religious connections. Unlike other long distance walking books which are generally aimed at younger, fitter people, which focus more on the walk and less on the human and natural history of the places.

Why is it that a top footballer can so easily crumble when called upon to take a penalty? Jordet's gripping examination of the ultimate sporting stress test offers a forensic analysis of how the mind operates under pressure.

A collection of more than 300 quotes from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson: pro wrestling phenom, actor, businessman, and cultural icon, providing a unique look into the mind of one of the most recognizable and influential figures of our era. Part of the In Their Own Words series.This collection of quotes has been curated from Dwayne Johnson’s numerous public statements—interviews, social media posts, television appearances, and more. It’s a comprehensive picture of his legacy as one of the world’s most recognizable and influential celebrities. The quotes in this collection touch on football, wrestling, Hollywood, building a business, heritage, activism, and more. Johnson, a third-generation wrestler, rose to prominence in the late 1990s as one of the most electrifying and charismatic performers in the history of professional wrestling. Debuting in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) as Rocky Maivia, he quickly gained attention for his athleticism, microphone skills, and larger-than-life persona. Embracing the moniker "The Rock," he became a cornerstone of the Attitude Era, and his unparalleled ability to connect with audiences propelled him to multiple WWE Championships. His catchphrases and signature moves became iconic in wrestling lore and garnered mainstream attention beyond the world of wrestling as well. After achieving superstardom in the ring, Johnson transitioned to Hollywood, eventually becoming one of the highest-paid actors in the world and starring in blockbuster films including The Mummy and Jumanji, as well as appearing in DC Comics franchise films and voicing Maui in the Disney hit Moana, a nod to his Samoan heritage that he proudly touts as central to his identity. Beyond acting, he has built a business empire that spans multiple enterprises, including a production company, a premium tequila brand, sportswear, and a digital content platform.Johnson’s entrepreneurial spirit and versatility beyond his entertainment career earned him a nod as one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in 2019. Now, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: In His Own Words offers a unique look into the mind of one of the world’s most captivating and beloved personas.

Talking Baseball with Major League Stars explores a wide range of entertaining, timely, and illuminating topics about Major League Baseball-including cheating, intimidation, racism, and the players' biggest fears-through the words of the ballplayer themselves.

Arum and King provides a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the most iconic boxing promoters in the last 100 years-two very different men with very different backgrounds who have promoted such notable superstars as Ali, De la Hoya, Pacquiao, Mayweather, Tyson, and Fury.

A provocative and revealing look at the scandals and corruption behind the Sweet Science's greatest fights.Controversy is the one constant running throughout modern boxing's history since its inception in England in 1698. Boxing's Greatest Controversies takes an incisive look at several big name fights, finally laying to rest some of the most popular rumours surrounding them, while also considering the social, cultural, political, and sporting impact these fights have had on the world at large. Did the eras shape the fights or did the fights shape the eras? Boxing history is vibrant and continuous. Boxing controversies never end. They just get passed down to the next generation of fight fans. These prized bouts are some of the most enduring and notorious fights boxing has ever produced.

Sport Integrity examines sports integrity from a range of disciplinary perspectives that will help to enhance the reader's understanding of this burgeoning problematic in sports management.

Sport and Entrepreneurship combines perspectives derived from business history and sports history, focusing on the important but relatively unexplored relationship of entrepreneurship and sport.

This timely and topical book presents a unique critical exploration of the sociology of single travel and theory of consumption in relation to loneliness and tourism.

To what extent is it possible to do good work in music artist management? Drawing upon original research, this shortform book explores and evaluates motivation, remuneration and equity stakes within the music industries.

This is the autobiography of Dougie Donnelly, one of Scotland's most successful and best loved broadcasters, who spent over 32 years with the BBC as a presenter on Grandstand and Sportscene, as well as commentating on Great Britain winning the women's gold medal at curling at the Winter Olympics!

Plan your next adventure with A-Z!

Plan your next adventure with A-Z!

Plan your next adventure with A-Z!

Plan your next adventure with A-Z!

Plan your next adventure with A-Z!

Ayrton Senna is one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers in history. Deified in Brazil, the man from Sao Paulo continues to fascinate long after his death on May 1, 1994, at the Imola circuit in Italy. Thirty years later, Daniel Ortelli, Thomas Woloch, and photographer Dominique Leroy have delved into Senna's story, from his debut in Formula 1 in 1984 to his final season with Williams ten years later. Through exclusive interviews and testimonies from those who knew the Brazilian intimately - drivers, team managers, mechanics - the authors provide a truly human portrait of this driver who became a legend in motorsports. His character, strengths, weaknesses, moments of joy, or doubt, all facets of the career of the man known as "Beco" or "Magic," are revealed in this fascinating book filled with untold stories and anecdotes. The entire narrative is richly illustrated with over 200 rare and unpublished photos by Dominique Leroy, a privileged witness to Ayrton Senna's career.