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Textbook of Oarsmanship : A Classic of Rowing Technical Literature

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This elegantly composed book is a masterpiece of rowing self-instruction. It helps all from the novice to the advanced rower to gain a more complete understanding of the dynamics of the stroke and the mental preparation that underlies any successful bid for victory. The section On Coaching was particularly enlightening. Overall, a very good read, especially considering some of the more techincal aspects of the book.

JUST A WARNING TO BUYERS that this book shares an ISBN with: KINESIOLOGY STUDENT WORKBOOK 2nd ed.(copyright: 2011). The ISBN is of course supposed to be UNIQUE to each book, but this is not always the case. ISBN's are NOT a highly reliable way to identify used books. When you are buying from mega-sellers, understand that they DON'T LOOK AT THE BOOK, they scan the ISBN barcode and let the computer do the rest. Welcome to 21st century "efficiency"! G.I.,G.O. Good luck.

Generally I disliked this book, however, I did get some value out of the last chapter "Muscle Action In Rowing". Not suited for novice-intermediate rowers looking for rowing self-instruction. The technical material from research & rowing performed in the early 1900's seemed more appropriate for advanced rowers or coaches who might be interested in the scientific principles.