Books published by publisher Nelson Price Milburn

Imagine soaring though the sky like a bird or climbing to the very top of a mountain. Some people enjoy themselves against nature and pushing their minds and bodies to the limit. From snowboarding to skydiving, from white-water rafting to rock climbing, there are plenty of sports that offer a unique thrill. Extreme Sports con be tough and exciting, but the aim is to take care, play safe and have fun!

Sporting events, competition and championships give athletes the chance to test themselves against the world's best. The venue, the action, the crowd and the athletes all help to make an event successful and exciting. From annual events such as Wimbledon, the golf 'majors' or the Tour de France to less regular competitions such as World cups or the Olympic Games, Great Sporting Events give spectators a chance to see the world's top athletes in action.

Sport can play a big part in out lives but how and where did sport begin? From simple prehistoric games using survival skills to ancient Greek and Roman tests of strength and speed, all kinds of sports have been invented over time. Since the first Olympic Games of the modern era in 1896, modern technology and big business have changed sport forever, but some ancient traditions from Sport's Beginnings are still present today.

Modern technology helps athletes go faster, higher and further than ever before. New materials and designs mean better equipment, clothing and gear. Better playing surfaces help prevent injuries and electronic timing systems measure results more accurately. Sports Technology leads to better sporting - and modern stadiums and communications technology make it easier to watch sports, too.