No one knows nine-time world champion surfer Kelly Slater better than Kelly himself. In this revealing and heartfelt tribute, written with surfing veteran Phil Jarratt, the world's best surfer riffs on a life filled with big wins, big money, and big loves. Interviews with friends and fellow surfers unearth amazing anecdotes, and hundreds of photographssome never before publishedcapture the greatest victories and the quietest moments in equal measure. This beautifully produced book marks the first time Slater's story has been told in full color, and reflects the latest twists and turns in an incredible and unconventional life.
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Kelly Slater is the most successful professional surfer in history. He lives in Florida, Hawaii, and Australia's Gold Coast.
Phil Jarratt has been a journalist, author, and editor for more than 30 years. He lives in Noosa Heads, Australia.
Jack Johnson is a singer/songwriter who surfed Oahu's north shore with Kelly Slater as a teenager. He lives in Hawaii.
Phil Jarratt has been a journalist, author, and editor for more than 30 years. He lives in Noosa Heads, Australia.
Jack Johnson is a singer/songwriter who surfed Oahu's north shore with Kelly Slater as a teenager. He lives in Hawaii.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By RC
Format:Hardcover
It has the feel of an oversized promotion of Slater by Quicksilver, and it probably is ,but it is interesting reading and has great pictures. if you are a pro surfing fan or just think Slater is worth knowing about, it is a good book to browse through. I grew up on the space coast of Florida at the same time, so I have always found his story and accomplishments interesting/impressive. It is well done. Seems like the stuff in the book he says/writes is a little deeper than I would have expected, which makes it fun to read, and you get a little of the human side of Kelly Slater. Worth the money.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book represents a chance to study the mind and behavior of the perfect surfer, some written by himself, some written by journalist Phil Jarratt, foreword by Jack Johnson. A few personalities have been interviewed for the book and the material complements the chapters, along with a series of awesome photographs of Kelly in action.
Rather than a biography as "Pipe dreams: a surfer's journey", "For the love" gathers a few stories and presents Kelly's point of view on some contemporary world issues including politics, spirituality, polution, family and surfing.
Rather than a biography as "Pipe dreams: a surfer's journey", "For the love" gathers a few stories and presents Kelly's point of view on some contemporary world issues including politics, spirituality, polution, family and surfing.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Justin
Format:Hardcover
Following up on his autobiography, Kelly Slater gives his readers a look into his life and thoughts of more recent. I got the book today and read the entire thing in a 5 hour sitting. If you like him, or surfing in general, you'll love the book. Slater has a lot to share and there is much to learn from him. Good contributions from people in his life like Jack Johnson, Pam Anderson, fellow Pro Surfers and more.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
very good
It was everything as described, it arrived perfectly on time and in perfect conditions. I was very happy about it
Published 3 months ago by isabella cambi
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great gift
I gave this to my brother as gift, he is an surfer and reader. he loved it and said he wants to order more.
Published 4 months ago by Sabrina callahan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love Kelly
This book is beautifull. To be put on a center table. It's easy to read and has all the facts that made Kelly Slater the best surfer of all times.
Published 9 months ago by Juliana
5.0 out of 5 stars
Surfing
I gave this book to my brother, an avid surfer, for a Christmas gift. We had family from all over the country in for the holiday, and they all found this volume by Kelly Slater... Read more
Published on January 22, 2010 by Deborah L. Royall
5.0 out of 5 stars
Part inspiration, part heroism, part beautiful story...
Kelly Slater is the male me - he works hard at his art, he lives inside his head a lot of the time and he's tryin' to do the hard work of figuring out his place in the world beyond... Read more
Published on May 18, 2009 by Mary Eastham
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
Book is great, looks like a perfect gift for my surfer husband. Interesting layout, great photos and lots of interviews.
Published on March 9, 2009 by K. S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great surfing book
Beautiful book, with lots of great pics. My son enjoys reading it in bed at night before he falls asleep. He probably even sleeps with it under his pillow! Read more
Published on January 12, 2009 by S. Bennett
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