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The tennis book : the illustrated encyclopedia of world tennis

Parsons, John, -20042012
Book
Written by two of the game's leading authorities, this is the definitive work on one of the world's most exhilarating sports. With over 200 photographs, this comprehensive volume traces tennis from its aristocratic beginnings in the 1800s to the high-energy, all-action global sport of today. With profiles of court legends, insightful analysis of the greatest matches, and an in-depth look at the politics, controversies, and oddities of the game, The Tennis Book serves up an unmatched collection of aces.
Main title:
Edition:
Rev. ed.
Imprint:
London : Carlton, c2012.
Collation:
223 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm.
Notes:
First published in 1998 as The ultimate encyclopedia of tennis."Foreword by Tim Henman."--Cover.Includes index.
ISBN:
9781780970127
Dewey class:
796.342
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
17628
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
Library at the Dock-Art and CultureARTS 796.342 PARSOn loan - Due: 16 Jul 2026
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