Rules of the Game: The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia
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Over 2500 illustrations in full color, including 400 events, over 150 sportsAmerican Football; Basketball; Baseball; Ice Hockey; Volleyball; Soccer; Team Handball; Softball; Rounders; Cricket; Lacrosse; Hurling; Shinty; Synchronized Swimming; Water Polo; Surfing; Diving; Rowing; Yacht Racing; Speed Skating; Figure Skating; Alpine Skiing; Downhill Racing; Tobogganing; Greyhound Racing; Horse Racing; Polo; Roller Skating; Cycle Racing; Motorcycling; Stock Car Racing; Hang Gliding; Steeplechase; Javelin; Shot Put; Discus; High Jump; Pole Vault; Long Jump; Triple Jump; Modern Pentathlon; Triathlon; Gymnastics; Trampolining; Weightlifting; Boxing; Wrestling; Judo; Karate; Aikido; Fencing; Jiu Jitsu; Horseshoe Pitching; Darts; Crossbow Archery; Rifle Shooting; Pistol Shooting; English Billiards; Snooker; Pool; Skittles; Tenpin Bowling; Curling; Croquet; Golf; Court Handball; Squash; Paddleball; Badminton; Lawn Tennis; Table Tennis; Jai'alai...AND MANY MORE!
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This comprehensive reference work seeks to provide a standardized, visual guide to the rules and regulations governing over 150 diverse sports and athletic events. The Diagram Group utilizes a systematic approach, combining technical specifications with clear, illustrative diagrams to demystify complex scoring systems and field layouts for both casual observers and dedicated participants. By consolidating the fundamental mechanics of such a wide array of activities, the text serves as a definitive manual for understanding the structure of competitive play.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed rule sets for over 150 individual and team sports, ranging from major league athletics to niche competitive games.
- Over 2,500 full-color illustrations depicting field dimensions, player positions, and equipment specifications.
- Standardized terminology for scoring, penalties, and game-play mechanics across various international sporting bodies.
- A broad categorization of sports including field games, water sports, combat arts, and precision target activities.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The scope of this volume suggests a highly practical, encyclopedic resource designed for quick reference and broad accessibility. Its reliance on visual aids and structured rule summaries positions it as a foundational text for sports enthusiasts and casual fans seeking clarity on complex athletic regulations.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
1991-01-01
Publisher:
Harpercollins Publisher
ISBN-10:
0002184001
ISBN-13:
9780002184007
Sports
Reference
Games
Nonfiction
Athletics
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