Unique illustrated reference book that provides a comprehensive listing (150+) of all known racket and paddle sports played around the world. As a guide, the book contains a brief overview for each sport and chronology, delineating the history, how played, basic rules, format variations, courts and/or playing area, equipment descriptions (racket/paddle, and type of ball), as well as comparing and contrasting features with other known sports, with photographs, and pictures depicting the speed, power, athleticism, and skill required to play each sport.