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- Dating from the time of the Crusades, beloved of both royalty and commons, tennis possesses a timeless appeal that's irresistible to players and spectators alike.
- Author(s): Malcolm D Whitman
- 166 Pages
- Sports + Recreation, History
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This compilation of tennis lore and legend was written by an undefeated Davis Cup champion. Blending fact with humor and philosophy, it recounts the origins of the game, uses of the terms and equipment, more.Book Synopsis
Dating from the time of the Crusades, beloved of both royalty and commons, tennis possesses a timeless appeal that's irresistible to players and spectators alike. Readers of all ages will likewise be enthralled by this fascinating compilation of tennis lore and legend. Author Malcolm D. Whitman was one of the great lawn tennis players at the turn of the twentieth century: an undefeated Davis Cup champion, he continued his longstanding study of tennis after his retirement from competition at age 25. His findings confirmed his conviction that tennis represents the ideal outdoor sport, promoting alertness, endurance, and self-control, as well as mental and physical health.Whitman's outstanding contribution to the history of tennis and lawn tennis is not only a book of absorbing interest to players and followers of the game but also a valuable reference and historical record. The author's painstaking and exhaustive research involved locating original documents -- some in remote, difficult-to-access places -- and a scrupulous authentication of facts. Yet there is nothing pedantic about his entertaining and informative text. Blending fact with humor and philosophy, he recounts the origins of the game, how it was named, uses of the terms and equipment, scoring methods, and other practical and historical elements. This handsome gift edition, ideal for any tennis buff, features 29 antique illustrations.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.18 Inches (H) x 6.22 Inches (W) x .43 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 166
Genre: Sports + Recreation
Sub-Genre: History
Publisher: Dover Publications
Format: Paperback
Author: Malcolm D Whitman
Language: English
Street Date: June 18, 2004
TCIN: 77729567
UPC: 9780486433578
Item Number (DPCI): 247-60-8943
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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