The Physics of Rugby

Trevor Davis Lipscombe

ISBN 10: 1904761178 / ISBN 13: 9781904761174

Published by 5M Books Ltd, GB, 2009

About this Item

What if Einstein played rugby? Surely Time Magazine's "Man of the Century" might offer useful tips and techniques to defeat the opposition? In this book, the world of physics joins forces with the world of rugby, to show you how to tackle harder, pass safer, run faster, and scrum better - all the things you need to do to win. Blending simple physics, the kind you meet in high school, with anecdotes and stories from the world of rugby, Trevor Lipscombe takes us on a journey from scrum ruck and maul, to the running and passing of the offence, the chasing and tackling of the defence, through the kicking of penalties, to dressing for success in scorching summer sevens or winning in the winter. Physics at last comes alive, for here we look at a scrum, say, show what Newton's laws have to say about it, and then use the physics to see how to improve rugby. For any rugby fan with a smattering of science, or any science buff who knows the rudiments of rugby, "The Physics of Rugby" should delight, entertain, and instruct.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781904761174

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Physics of Rugby
• Publisher: 5M Books Ltd, GB
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1904761178
• ISBN 13: 9781904761174
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 15.24W x 1.02H x 22.86D centimeters 15.24 centimeters width by 1.02 centimeters height by 22.86 centimeters depth
• Weight: 239 grams

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Synopsis

Blending simple physics with anecdotes from the world of rugby, this informative reference demonstrates how to improve rugby techniques. Tackling, passing, running, and kicking are analyzed from a scientific perspective, incorporating Newton’s Laws, and then discussed in the wider context of the game. This valuable guide will not only instruct but also entertain sports-oriented students of all levels.

About the Author

Trevor Lipscombe is a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society who has taught at the City University of New York, the Johns Hopkins University, and the University of Oxford. He is the author of Albert Einstein: A Biography. He lives in Catonsville, Maryland.