This monumental tome stands as the most comprehensive visual history of surfing ever published, marking not only a significant cultural event but also a landmark publication. Culminating from three and a half years of meticulous research, this book compiles hundreds of images and rare archival material to trace the evolution of surfing from its early roots to its modern-day global prominence. Spanning over two centuries, it captures surfing as more than just a sport, but as a lifestyle and philosophy that has left a lasting impact on fashion, film, art, and music.
Organized into five chronological chapters, the book begins with Captain James Cook’s first European observation of surfing in 1778 and follows the sport’s development across continents and generations. Each chapter is enriched with captivating images and insightful essays by leading surf journalists, providing an in-depth look at surfing’s transformation into a worldwide phenomenon, now with over 20 million participants and countless devotees. From the sun-drenched beaches of Hawaii to the shores of Australia and California, the book celebrates surfing’s influence both on and off the water.
Through exhaustive research of international archives and personal collections, this book is an unmatched tribute to the complexity, richness, and cultural significance of surfing. Edited by Jim Heimann, TASCHEN’s Executive Editor and a renowned cultural historian, this volume is essential for any surf enthusiast or anyone inspired by the surf lifestyle. As one surfing writer aptly stated, “There has never been a book like this, and there will never be another one again.”
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