Trailblazers: The Unmatched Story of Women's Tennis

It was very popular for my tennis teams gift exchange.

Back in 1988, Billie Jean King and co-author Cynthia Star wrote We Have Come a Long Way: The Story of Women's Tennis. This terrific telling of the history of women's tennis was in need of an update. Fans of the game will surely enjoy: Trailblazers: The Unmatched Story of Women's Tennis.As someone who plays tennis, loves watching tennis and is also a collector of tennis antiques and memorabilia, this book was a real treat. It goes back to the sport's earliest days and the incredible women who made their mark on tennis. The book begins in 1884. The manner in which the game was played, combined with the clothing and equipment, might surprise readers but the accomplishments of the women in the earliest days of tennis deserve much credit for paving the way for the modern game.All the major women tennis players throughout history are mentioned. Profiles of the leading players detail their interesting backgrounds in addition to their accomplishments. Some, like Billie Jean King, were the true trailblazers, fighting for and achieving equality in many areas of the sport and beyond. The book is fully up to date featuring the current stars of tennis.This is one well-researched, entertaining book. You're sure to learn things you never knew before. And the many photos are great.

Writer Cynthia Starr teams up with tennis great Billie Jean King to create this amazing history of women in tennis. Trailblazers in the sport, this talks about women playing tennis in corsets and petticoats when they were first involved in the sport to current greats such as Venus and Serena Williams. The different eras of women's tennis are shown as the sport evolved throughout the decades. There is even a spotlight on Billie Jean King herself. It's an amazing compilation of stories and history and should be an inspiration to all.

What a great tribute to women's tennis.I enjoyed reading about each decade and the changes it brought to tennis, especially in regards to women.The photos were my favorite part. It brought back so many memories of watching tennis with my dad so many years ago.A good read for any tennis fan. The combination of history and photos would make it a great gift for the woman tennis fan in your life.