Looking for the perfect gift for the wave rider in your life? Our shop carries a collection of surf books that captures the spirit of the ocean, from meditative reflections to action-packed adventures.
Here are our top ten picks that celebrate the surfing lifestyle in all its forms, including some hand-picked recommendations from SURF! Exhibition Guest Curator Dr. Sam Bleakley, author, surf champion, writer, geographer, adventure activist, filmmaker and surf contest commentator.
Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life
William Finnegan's Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir chronicles a lifelong obsession with surfing across the world's most challenging waves. More than just a sports book, it explores surfing as a spiritual and physical journey of self-discovery from California to Hawaii and beyond.
Saltwater in the Blood
Written by pioneering big-wave surfer Easkey Britton, this groundbreaking book explores the intersection of surfing, wellness, and women's empowerment. Britton shares her remarkable journey, including breaking cultural barriers, and redefining women's relationship with the ocean.
The Longboard Travel Guide
The definitive companion for longboard enthusiasts, featuring 100 world-class waves across destinations like the Maldives, Australia, Costa Rica, and Fiji, with over 200 stunning photographs by renowned surf photographers.
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Do Make / The Power of Your Own Two Hands
Discover the transformative art of making in this inspiring guide by award-winning wooden surfboard maker James Otter, based in Cornwall. It’s a compelling invitation to rediscover the joy of creation, connection, and personal craftsmanship.
Surf Travel: The Complete Guide
All Summer Long
A vibrant memoir of lifeguard Kenny Maule capturing the free-spirited essence of Cornwall's beaches during the 'swinging' Sixties and Seventies.
She Surf: Women Riding the Waves of Change
A vibrant celebration of women's surfing that traces the sport's rich female history from Polynesian princesses to contemporary wave-makers. This global journey explores how women have claimed their space in surfing.
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Mindfulness and Surfing
Dr. Sam Bleakley highlights surfing as the ultimate mindfulness practice in this thoughtful exploration. By examining lunar cycles, river waves, and Taoist philosophy, Sam Bleakley transforms wave riding from a sport into a path of personal discovery and natural connection.
Mordardh Surf Poetry
Dive into the soul of surfing with this powerful poetry collection that explores the emotion and universal experience of wave riding. Curated by Ella Walsworth-Bell with photography by Alice Bray, Mordardh (Cornish for "breaking wave") reveals the profound connection between human spirit and ocean.
Whether you're shopping for a seasoned surfer or someone who simply loves the ocean, these books capture the magic of surf culture and make thoughtful gifts for any occasion.