Books, like art, are a personal thing. To wit, a book that interests one surfer might be a complete bore for another. So, in an effort to help you find the right gift for that special surfer, I’ve picked out a selection of well-written, photo-packed books that should have universal appeal.
An excellent, comprehensive history of the surfboard. From ancient Hawaiian designs to today’s fiberglass ultralights, The Surfboard covers it.
An excellent selection of the 50 best places to surf before you die.
Fantastic pictures, excellent essays, and great editing combine to provide a clear view of one of big wave surfing’s scariest breaks.
Instant classic. Mandatory reading. Perfect gift. The word on surfing history.
An excellent book about one of the world’s most dynamic, high performance surfing spots.
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A beautiful book providing a dramatic and entertaining description of the world’s heaviest wave.
Excellent photographs and good writing from the crew that changed the face of surfing forever.
Take a beautiful journey down the California coast with two surfers.
A classic photo history from one of the 1960’s and 1970’s most influential surf photographers.
An excellent history of both Maverick’s the break, and big wave surfing
The best book I’ve read on maintaining your health while surfing.
A great book on surfing technique, etiquette, etc. for female surfers of any level.
A beautiful photo collection from the Fijian slice of paradise. A great gift for the wandering surfer.
A sweet and colorful children’s book about a stoked little turtle.
