Book Details Author: Sam George Hardcover: 192 pages Publisher: Chronicle Books (July 21, 2010) Language: English ISBN-10: 0811870340 ISBN-13: 978-0811870344 Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 10 x 0.9 inches Shipping Weight: 3.3 pounds

SYNOPSIS

For half a century Surfer magazine has captured and defined surf culture, from the sport's epic tales and discoveries to its greatest photography and cultural icons. Marking Surfer's 50th anniversary, this impressive volume showcases the magazine s best features and most iconic images from throughout the years, along with original behind-the-scenes narratives and previously unpublished photographs. Packed with stories and images from legendary surf personalities on everything from travel and adventure to board design, Surfer Magazine: 50 Years pays tribute to the past, present, and future of surfing.

Shaun Tomson is a world champion surfer who won the World Pro Title in 1977 and was named one of the ten best surfers of all time by Surfer magazine. Recognized as one of surfing's greatest ambassadors, he lives in Santa Barbara, California. Sam George is a professional surfer, documentary filmmaker, screenwriter, and former editor of Surfer magazine. He edited The Perfect Day: 40 Years of Surfer Magazine and lives in Malibu, California.