The Sports Book (DK Sports Guides)
The Sports Book (DK Sports Guides) by DK is a richly illustrated reference guide that explores more than 200 sports from around the world. Featuring detailed photography, diagrams, and accessible explanations, this book introduces readers to the history, rules, equipment, techniques, and strategies of a wide variety of sporting disciplines. It covers both popular and lesser-known sports, making it an engaging resource for readers who want to expand their knowledge of the sporting world.
The book explores sports ranging from football, basketball, tennis, and athletics to swimming, gymnastics, martial arts, winter sports, and motorsports. Clear illustrations explain playing techniques, equipment, field layouts, and player positions, while facts, statistics, historical highlights, and profiles of major competitions bring each sport to life. The guide also explores the Olympic Games, notable sporting achievements, and records that have shaped the history of international sport.
Suitable for sports enthusiasts, students, families, and curious readers, The Sports Book combines informative reference material with an engaging visual format. Whether you want to learn the basics of an unfamiliar sport, understand the strategies used by top competitors, or discover the stories behind major sporting events, this illustrated guide offers a convenient introduction to sports from across the globe.
Product Details:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | The Sports Book (DK Sports Guides) |
| Author | DK |
| ISBN-13 | 9781465479594 |
| ISBN-10 | 1465479598 |
| Publisher | DK |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | 400 |
| Language | English |
| Publication Date | September 3, 2019 |
| Genre | Sports, Sports Reference, Sports History, Illustrated Reference |