Nonfiction publications can be a great way to understand sports and adventure. Here are a few examples of popular books in this category:
"Shoe Dog" by Phil Knight - an autobiography of the co-founder of Nike, detailing the company's early days and its rise to become one of the world's most recognizable brands in sports.
"Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer - an account of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, in which eight climbers died. It provides insight into the risks and challenges of high altitude mountaineering.
"The Boys in the Boat" by Daniel James Brown - a historical nonfiction book that tells the story of the University of Washington's rowing team and their journey to compete in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin.
"The Art of Fielding" by Chad Harbach - a novel that revolves around a college baseball team, and delves into themes of friendship, ambition, and failure.
"Born to Run" by Christopher McDougall - a book that explores the world of ultrarunning and the Tarahumara tribe in Mexico, known for their long-distance running abilities.
"The Inner Game of Tennis" by W. Timothy Gallwey - a classic self-help book that explores the mental side of sports and how to overcome mental barriers in order to perform at one's best.
Again, this list is not exhaustive and there are many other books available that provide insight into the world of sports and adventure.
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