How to Skim a Stone: Little Ways to Live a Big Life

Stone skimming is both a science and an art. Both an international sport and a brief spot of joy on a country walk, this humble act is both a simple pleasure and highly competitive. How to Skim a Stone investigates the physics, strategy, and philosophy behind the urge we all experience when we come across water and some nice, flat stones. This beautiful little book will show you how to select the perfect stone, add the right amount of spin, and even calculate the angle and measure the ideal distance from stone to skim to water. Whether you're a rookie beginner or a seasoned pro, or somewhere in between, this delightful book will have you making ripples in no time.

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