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Lawn Tennis: How to Improve Your Game
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025781167
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 304
Weight: 1.33
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Lawn Tennis: How to Improve Your Game is an authoritative instructional guide written by one of the most distinguished athletes of the early 20th century, Mrs. L.A. Godfree. Drawing upon her extensive experience as a multiple-time Wimbledon champion, the author provides a masterclass in the technical and strategic elements that define successful play on the court.
The work offers a deep dive into the core mechanics of the sport, including detailed advice on the service, the drive, the volley, and the smash. Beyond physical execution, the text explores the essential mental components of competition, such as court craft, match temperament, and the specific requirements of both singles and doubles play. Each chapter is designed to help the aspiring player refine their style and develop a more effective, consistent game through disciplined practice and tactical awareness.
As a significant piece of sports literature, Lawn Tennis: How to Improve Your Game captures the grace and competitive spirit of the 1920s tennis circuit. It serves as both a practical manual for enthusiasts of the classic game and a fascinating historical record of the training methods utilized by a true legend of the sport.
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