Fox Tossing, Octopus Wrestling and Other Forgotten Sports

Some of the most dangerous and downright bizarre sports in history brought vividly back to life, from Fox Tossing to Ski Ballet

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'An entertaining new book... which looks back at the most bizarre sporting activities ever devised by mankind.'* Daily Mail *
'A lively trawl through long-forgotten sports and games from around the globe.'* The Economist *
'Perfect book for the Christmas stockings of adults and curious children.'* Wall Street Journal *
'An engaging book on sports that have fallen out of favour'* Tatler *
'A strange and strangely enjoyable new book. . . This inventory of failed sports is both compelling and affectionate, fitting for a book in which "eccentricity" is not just included but celebrated.'* The Boston Globe *
'[A] droll romp through the history of bizarre games and other pastimes.'* Library Journal *
'An entertaining look at the way things were.'* Washington Post *
'[An] intriguing, go-to guide on the weird and wonderful activities of years gone by'* Irish Examiner *