With a huge international following, widespread media coverage, and
many "superstar" players, lawn tennis has become one of
the most popular sporting events in the world today. This
fascinating book contains a wonderful assortment of vintage items
related to lawn tennis and other games played with rackets: squash,
badminton, table tennis, and more. Featured are a gamesman's
delight: collectibles of a favorite sport including books,
magazines, tournament programs and tickets, playing cards, rackets
and other equipment, photographs, artwork, postcards, ceramic
figurines, trophies, jewelry, and more dating from the 1890s
forward. Detailed captions provide descriptions, measurements,
dates, and current values for each item shown. To guide collectors,
the author provides historical background on each of the games and a
useful glossary of terms. This beautiful reference book will inspire
collectors, dealers, and sporting enthusiasts of all kinds.
