Surfing. 1778Today. 40th Ed.
Surfing. 1778Today. 40th Ed.
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Surfing. 1778Today. 40th Ed. by Jim Heimann
Welcome to our comprehensive visual history on all things surfing. With hundreds of images and essays by todays leading surf journalists, this publication spans photography, fashion, film, art, and music to chart the evolution of surfing culture from its first mention in 1778 to todays global and multi-platform phenomenon.
“In this crowded world, the surfer can still seek and find the perfect day, the perfect wave, and be alone with the surf and his thoughts” * John Severson *
“The undisputed bible of surf culture.” * Vogue *
“Visual historian Jim Heimann brings his keen eye to the waves, culture, sport, and style of surfing in this gorgeous book.” * The Los Angeles Times *
“It’s all here – the clothes, the boards, the music, the contests, the rivalries, the surfer dudes...” * Tatler *
“The undisputed bible of surf culture.” * Vogue *
“Visual historian Jim Heimann brings his keen eye to the waves, culture, sport, and style of surfing in this gorgeous book.” * The Los Angeles Times *
“It’s all here – the clothes, the boards, the music, the contests, the rivalries, the surfer dudes...” * Tatler *
Jim Heimann is the Executive Editor for TASCHEN. A cultural anthropologist, historian, and an avid collector, he has authored numerous titles on architecture, pop culture, and the history of Los Angeles and Hollywood, including TASCHEN’s Surfing, Los Angeles. Portrait of a City, California Crazy, and the All-American Ads series.
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ISBN 13 | 9783836591461 |
ISBN 10 | 3836591464 |
Title | Surfing. 1778Today. 40th Ed. |
Author | Jim Heimann |
Series | 40th Edition |
Condition | Unavailable |
Binding Type | Hardback |
Publisher | Taschen GmbH |
Year published | 2023-09-13 |
Number of pages | 512 |
Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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