Notes For A Young Surfer

Clifton Evers

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MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PRES
01 June 2010

Cultural studies; Gender studies: men; Psychology; Surfing, windsurfing, water skiing

Taps into the beauty of surfing and also tells the truth about the dark side of surf culture.

The beach has long been a privileged site in Australian culture, and surfers have become its icons. For many surfers, young and old, surfing isn't simply a hobby or sport but a treasured way of life.

Notes for a Young Surfer taps into the beauty of surfing and also tells the truth about the dark side of surf culture where young men come into contact with violence, misogyny, sex, racism, turf wars and homophobia. This book reveals the unwritten codes and rituals that rule all aspects of a young man's life in surf culture, from body image and notions of national identity, to politics and mateship.

Notes for a Young Surfer uses real stories from the surfing world. It provides surfing tips but is also full of funny, reassuring and practical advice about how to handle the challenges and decisions that young men face.

Read more about this book in author's website- http-//www.cliftonevers.net/

By: Clifton Evers
Imprint: MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PRES
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 232mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 242g
ISBN: 9780522854893
ISBN 10: 0522854893
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 01 June 2010
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , General/trade , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Clifton Evers is a professor of gender and cultural studies at the University of Sydney. He has been a surfer for more than 25 years.

Reviews for Notes For A Young Surfer

Evers writes in a way that should resonate with his young male audience . . . he deserves praise for presenting his own mistakes to help others find themselves and not blindly follow in the wake of others. -- Sydney Morning Herald Taps into the beauty of surfing and tells the truth about the ugly side of surf culture where young men come into contact with abuse, misogyny, sexual assault, rape and fear . . . Clif hopes the book will encourage young surfers to speak up and challenge the ways of the older generation. -- Milton Ulladulla Times

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Notes For A Young Surfer

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