International Guide to Curling by Welsh, Robin - 1985

London, United Kingdom: Pelham Books, 1985. 1st Edition . Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 7" x 9.5. h/b 242 pages, condition is very good, minor edge wear to the DJ. International Guide to Curling is a completely revised, updated and extended edition of Robin Welsh's previous book, Beginner's Guide to Curling which was published in 1969. The book opens with a background to the history of the game in Scotland and the author traces its development to the present day. There are many traditions and customs associated with the game and Robin Welsh includes chapters on these. Scotland is the home of curling but the game is how played in many parts of the world. Robin Welsh includes sections on Canada, U.S.A., the Continental and Scandinavian countries and covers every curling country, including New Zealand and Japan. He writes of the game's leading personalities throughout the world. The author includes much practical advice on the rules and techniques of play which will be of value and interest to the experienced player and the beginner - and he stresses the fun and fellowship of curling which are the hallmarks of the game.