The History of Surfing

This in-depth, photo-packed look at the history and culture of surfers is "meticulously researched, smartly written . . . required reading" (Outside Magazine).

Matt Warshaw knows more about surfing than any other person on the planet. After five years of research and writing, Warshaw, a former professional surfer and editor of Surfing magazine, has crafted an unprecedented, definitive history of the sport and the culture it has spawned.

With more than 250 rare photographs, The History of ...