Australian soccer is gradually growing larger, and after the World Cup hype it seems inevitable that the ‘beautiful game’ will eventually inspire Australia in a big way. History of the Socceroos is a complete chronicle, detailing every match the Socceroos have played beginning back in 1922. After an introduction explaining how the game reached our shores and where it has gone since, the book delves into detailing every match in Socceroo history. Impressive in its detail, it is an absolute must for any student of the game, or soccer’s biggest fans.
Penguin Group, RRP $49.95
Australia’s Hottest 100 Surfing Legends is far from an average who’s who of surfing. Phil Jarratt has compiled absorbing accounts of who he considers the most interesting and inspiring Australian surfers. He isn’t keen in arguing who is best, but instead takes a look into the background stories of Australian most well-known, and not so well-known, surfing names. Starting from 1900 and injecting historical anecdotes along the way, Jarratt writes beautifully about the men and women who have written the history of Australian surfing. Some accounts are inspiring, others tragic. All are fascinating. Accompanied with stunning photographs, Australia’s Hottest 100 Surfing Legends will appeal not only to fans of surfing, but to those who wouldn’t know an ironing board from a surfboard.
Hardie Grant Publishing, RRP $39.95
Move, Nourish, Believe is Lorna Jane Clarkson’s first venture into the world of writing. The Lorna Jane activewear designer is hoping to inspire women to become fitter and healthier by sharing a few tips of her own. The book is picture heavy and split into three sections: move, nourish, and believe. Each chapter details the way in which Lorna Jane leads her life and provides tips and tricks for those who want to change theirs. Highlights of the book include Lorna Jane customers’ weight-loss stories, and a brief history of the beginning of Lorna Jane. However, the book lacks depth and anyone after a detailed history of how a woman in business overcame challenges to turn Lorna Jane into a successful brand with over 100 stores won’t read about it here. This is purely light reading, and will make the perfect stocking stuffer for any woman trying to turn their life around or anyone who is crazy about the Lorna Jane brand.
The Messenger Group, RRP $39.95
