Ping Pong - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1908714018 ISBN 13: 9781908714015

Verlag: CICADA BOOKS, 2012

Inhaltsangabe

Played by over 250 million people, ping pong has nonetheless always retained an atmosphere of a sub-culture. This book is a great introduction to the rules and techniques of ping pong, as well as a visual exploration of the culture, the design and the overall vibe surrounding the the game. Beautifully designed and illustrated, it’s an effortlessly cool little volume.

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Ping pong is the most popular racquet sport in the world. And no wonder. It's one of the few sports that is genuinely enjoyable to play on all levels and by all ages - it can be as relaxed or as competitive as players like. Plus, it's fast. No hanging round while the geek opposite plans his next move. The sociable aspects of the game mean that thousands of people are rediscovering the sport, with tables popping up in all the hippest bars and workplaces. The thrill of ping-pong is beautifully captured in this delightful little gift book. The rules of singles and doubles games are clearly explained and tips and techniques will provide readers with a crucial edge over their opponents. Slick photography from tournaments and from the street alongside some classic archive imagery bring the book alive and pay tribute to the vintage roots of this mighty sport. Following on from The Inspirational Moustache, Ping Pong captures a breaking trend in a small but beautiful little volume with a die cut cover.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: CICADA BOOKS
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1908714018
• ISBN 13: 9781908714015
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Auflage: 1
• Anzahl der Seiten: 63
• Herausgeber: April Studio
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