Description

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THE PERFECT CURL is a famous national surfing champion's photographic look at the world's greatest waves. From California to Australia, Hawaii to North Wales, Africa's Ivory Coast to Japan's southern islands and many other locations worldwide, photographer and surf champion Rod Sumpter covers the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. Accompanying the breathtaking photography are Rod's notes on what makes each spot unique. Also included is information on how waves are formed, how storms and tides affect waves, and fascinating facts about the world's oceans. With more than 130 stunning photographs, Rod captures the majestic power of the ocean waves and their endless variety of shapes, colors, and sizes.

About the Author

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Rod Sumpter is an internationally recognized national surfing champion who has won championships in England, Australia, Ireland, and the United States. He is the first person to successfully surf the Severn Bore in England for six miles. Rod is also the only surfer in the world to hold three national surfing titles consecutively. Over the past forty years he has surfed in twenty-five countries and ahs two surfing locations named after him that are credited in surfing guides. The first location is called Sumpters in North Wales, and the other is called Sumpters Point in South Wales. Rod is an experienced former staff photographer for "Surfer"""Magazine. His photograph was used on the cover of the "Beach Boys 20 Golden Greats" album. Rod received the Gold Television award for his water photography. Rod starred in the originial classic surf movie, "The Endless Summer"and became the European Surfing Champion in 1989.