Essentials of Athletic Training (first edition) was written any Daniel Arnheim, Professor of Physical Education of California State University, Long Beach. It has 314 illustrations and 122 photographs. The subject of this book is the prevention and basic care of sports injuries.  It is designed as a primary text for the coach, physical educator and student going into this field. This book was created from the foundations established by the sixth edition of Modern Principles Athletic Training.  The book is in good condition. The edges of the front cover is slightly curled and pages 245/246 is winkled at the upper corrner (it had minor tears but it is taped)..see photos. Minor curling on the corners of pages located in the beginning and near the end.