Random House, 1974. First Edition. hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Hardcover, Stated First Edition 1974, Random House,141 pages. Very Good in a Very Good Dust Jacket. Green cloth spine with silver titles over ivory paper. Image of tennis ball stamped on front cover. Edge toning to top and bottom of covers with mild shelf/edge wear. Unclipped DJ shows moderate shelf/edge wear, rubbing and scratches â€“ now in mylar. Inked gift inscription on ffep. Verso of half title page has small smudge â€“ otherwise all pages are clean, crisp and bright with sound binding. According to Bill Gates,this is a profound book about tennis and much more - the best guide for â€œgetting out of your own wayâ€. Widely considered a revolutionary approach when first published, the author provides real world practical advice and examples on how to best support your natural learning mechanisms. Recommended for anyone wanting to make permanent and positive changes â€“ applicable to many areas of life beyond competitive sports. ISBN-0394491548 LOC SSS-05

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How to improve your game and discover your true potential by increasing your concentration, willpower and confidence Described by Billie Jean King as her 'tennis bible', Timothy Gallwey's multi-million bestseller, including a new introduction from acclaimed sports psychologist Geoff Beattie, has been a phenomenon for players of all abilities since it was first published in 1972. Instead of concentrating on how to improve your technique, it starts from the understanding that 'every game is composed of two parts, an outer game and an inner game'. The former is played against opponents on the court, but the latter is a battle within ourselves as we try and overcome self-doubt and anxiety. It is often won or lost before a ball has been hit. Gallwey's revolutionary approach, built on a foundation of Zen thinking and humanistic psychology, will teach you how to develop your concentration, work on your gamesmanship and help you break bad habits. You will also learn how to trust yourself on the court and how to maintain clarity of mind throughout the match, giving you a clear psychological advantage over your opponent. Whether you are an amateur or a pro, The Inner Game of Tennis is essential reading for overcoming the self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses of concentration that can keep a player from winning. It is guaranteed to change the way you play tennis forever.

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Bookseller: Eyebrowse Books - MWABA (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 240318007
Title: The Inner Game of Tennis
Author: Gallwey, W. Timothy
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0394491548
ISBN 13: 9780394491547
Publisher: Random House
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1974

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