The Book of Rules: A Visual Guide to the Laws of Every Commonly Played Sport and Game

Duncan Peterson Publishing Ltd Staff

ISBN 10: 0816039194 / ISBN 13: 9780816039197

Published by Checkmark Books, New York, New York, U.S.A., 1998

About this Item

First Edition and Printing. A VERY GOOD, CLEAN, TIGHT COPY. Bumping to top of DJ spine and along top front edge, elsewise sans rips/tears, stains, markings, discoloration, etc. "The language of the official sports rule books is, by definition, not easy to read. Here, however, it's all made simple-and entertaining. Every important rule of the most commonly played sports and games is explained in simple terms and further clarified by diagrams and color photographs. Many of the photographs show star players in action-so you can learn their skills, and see some of their mistakes, as well. OVER 150 FULL COLOR PHOTOS OF POPULAR ATHLETES and a vast array of other illustrations. "Covers more than 30 competitive sports and games, including all the most commonly played sports encountered at home, in school, at college, or professionally. From baseball to basketball, from football to soccer, this comprehensive resource is the one essential reference for every household, school, or library." 224 pages. *NOTE: Due to size and weight of book additional shipping will be required for out-of-U.S. shipment in accordance with destination. GG3.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Book of Rules: A Visual Guide to the Laws of Every Commonly Played Sport and Game
• Publisher: Checkmark Books, New York, New York, U.S.A.
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0816039194
• ISBN 13: 9780816039197
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

With the help of six hundred full-color photographs, a profusely illustrated, attractive guide to more than thirty of the most popular international sports explains their rules, playing fields, equipment, terminology, and winning strategies. 20,000 first printing.

Synopsis

A guide to more than thirty of the most popular international sports explains their rules, playing fields, equipment, technology, and winning strategies.