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Matt Warshaw’s Encyclopedia of Surfing distills a lifetime of wave knowledge into one hefty, beautifully illustrated hardcover. All 800 pages celebrate the sport’s history, legends, and culture in a reference format that invites endless browsing.
This 2003 first edition arrives with its original dust jacket and crisp, photo-packed spreads. A previous owner inscribed a neat gift note on the front endpaper, adding a personal touch without affecting readability.
The book is clean, tightly bound, and free of creases, tears, or odors—ready for display or daily inspiration. Expect a solid, shelf-worthy copy perfect for surfers, coastal decorators, or sports-reference collectors.
Own the definitive surfing companion without paying collector premiums; inscribed copies in this condition are increasingly scarce.