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Salmon: A Fish, the Earth, and the History of Their Common Fate - Hardcover

$30.00

by Mark Kurlansky (Author)"Henry David Thoreau wrote, 'Who hears the fishes when they cry?' Maybe we need to go down to the river bank and try to listen." In what he says is the most important piece of environmental writing in his long and award-winning career, Mark Kurlansky, best-selling author of Salt and Cod, The Big Oyster, 1968, and Milk, among many others, employs his signature multi-century storytelling and compelling attention to detail to chronicle the harrowing yet awe-inspiring li...

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by Lebron James (Author), Andrea Williams (Author)Kids have big dreams. And when those dreams are on the line, how far are they willing to go to achieve them?When Jayden and his teammates find out there's not going to be a Hoop Group this year--and maybe ever again--they have to learn to lean on each other if they want to save their basketball season, in this inspiring new middle grade novel from NBA superstar LeBron James and acclaimed author Andrea Williams. A New York Times bestseller!Jayd...

Okinawan Karate: Practical applications of the Naihanchi Kata - Paperback

$26.98

by Gert Corfitzen Jürgensen (Author)This book deals with the three Naihanchi Kata. All three Kata will be reviewed systematically concerning the individual techniques, subsequently; each Kata will be shown with examples for its practical use for self-defence purposes. Number of Pages: 170 Dimensions: 0.36 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 18, 2022

Gun Points: Firearms, The Signature of Freedom - Paperback

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by Gabriel Chalfa (Author)Gun Points dives into the core of America's intense and unyielding relationship with firearms, exploring the forces that have shaped gun ownership into a defining aspect of American life. In a time of growing fear and uncertainty, Americans are arming themselves at unprecedented rates. From the escalating demand sparked by calls for personal safety to the influx of first-time gun owners-many of whom never envisioned owning a firearm-this book dissects the modern moti...

The Soccer Success Playbook: A Step By Step Guide Through the Youth Soccer Landscape Vol II - Paperback

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by Matthew Eric (Author)Ready to transform your youth soccer journey? Do you want to master the game on the field and understand what is happening behind the scenes or on the sidelines? Whether you are a new coach, parent, or player, this book will help peel back the curtain of youth soccer and allow you to make informed and smart decisions for your family's future! This is not a typical "X's and O's" drill guide, but rather a comprehensive and honest look at how the world of competitive yout...

Touching the Wild U.P.: Outdoors Adventures in Michigan's Upper Peninsula - Paperback

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by John L. Highlen (Author), Julie A. Highlen (Artist)This book includes non-fiction outdoors adventures throughout Michigan's Upper Peninsula. In addition to out-in-the-woods adventures, it includes things like making maple syrup and enjoying an abundance of backyard natural encounters. As it notes on the back cover of the book: Just like with people, connections with our natural world are made through personal contact. Being a life-long lover of the outdoors, especially wild places, John Hi...

Enjoy Retirement: A Simple Guide to Discovering Fun, Satisfaction, and New Adventures in Your Golden Years - Paperback

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by Neal M. Kenwick (Author)Your retirement is calling!Are you nervous about facing a future of indefinite leisure, worried about not using your time productively anymore? Wondering how to revamp this fresh, unplanned canvas in your life called retirement? Or perhaps you're the child of retirees, anxious about your parents being disengaged or unsatisfied?If you nodded yes to any of the above-valid concerns, you're not alone! Many people fear that retirement could be a dull, lonely phase of lif...

Choose a Side: A Beyond the Field Blueprint for Baseball Success - Hardcover

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by Erik Wagle (Author)Choose a Side: A Beyond the Field Blueprint for Baseball Success is an essential guide for players, par-ents, and coaches who want to navigate the baseball journey with purpose and clarity. Instead of following the traditional paths littered with costly showcases and quick-fix programs, this book reveals a smarter, athlete-centered way to develop and succeed. Drawing from years of experience in high-performance training, Erik Wagle outlines a clear progression from early...

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by Mark McLaughlin (Author)Organized ski racing in America started near Lake Tahoe in the 1860s when gold miners rode 15-foot boards that reached speeds near 100 miles per hour. By 1895, residents of Truckee had started the nation's first winter carnival west of the Rocky Mountains and soon built the largest ski jump in California. Today's Lake Tahoe, with significant annual snowfall, has become home to the largest concentration of ski resorts on the continent. Places like Mount Rose, Squaw V...

The Pure Teachings of Classical Horsemanship - Hardcover

$158.40

by Egon Von Neindorff (Author)Egon von Neindorff dedicated his life to the knowledge and promotion of the classical art of riding. He never wanted to be a reformist but purely an interpreter. He truly understood the philosophy of classical riding and was therefore able to teach his numerous national and international students to develop their own style. The essence of classical dressage requires a deep affection for the horse as well as understanding, sensitivity, humility, and devotion. In t...

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by Sue Lowry (Author), Paul Nicholls (Illustrator)Waverly's happy place is the beach. This summer, she wants her sister to teach her how to surf, but the big waves frighten her. With the help of some goofy whales, Waverly learns the very crazy way that those waves are created. Take a deep dive with Waverly into the silly world of wave-making, as she discovers that the things she's afraid of might not be so scary after all. Number of Pages: 34 Dimensions: 0.09 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: ...

Life Is Like Sports: How To Triumph Over Life's Obstacles - Paperback

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by Marlon Saunders (Author), Kenny The Jet Smith (Foreword by), Felicia Ransom (Editor)Is life truly like sports? The answer is not only an unequivocal and resounding yes but Life Is Like Sports: How to Triumph Over Life's Obstacles embarks upon an unprecedented and phenomenal approach that clearly illustrates and reveals the undeniably close relationship between sports and everyday life. Whether you are reading the chapter on football, learning proper positioning for success in life, or the ...

Another Perfect Day!: Every Day is Dad's Day - Paperback

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by Andrew S. Taylor (Author), James G. Martin (Illustrator)Within these poignant pages, is decades down the rivers' bends, making more memories and never knowing how (or when) the story ends. And after almost forty years it is that final fact that makes each newly made, magical memory so much more meaningful. For me, fishing is a soul-full-filling summer season. And family, friends, Mom, and Dad, are an all-day-every-day attitude of gratitude! THANK YOU FOR MY LIFE & MY LOVE!Author Andrew...

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by Andrew S. Taylor (Author), James G. Martin (Illustrator)Within these poignant pages, is the origin story of one of my long-lifetime's most outstanding occupations: FISHING! Showing how it's always beyond its best when done with my Dad! I was eight years old, when I caught my first fish. Dad set up, showed, and explained everything. With my success, I was hooked! When I turned a teen, we went to Montana. It was my first "Only-US fishing trip." This is that sweet story.Author Andrew S. Taylo...

How the Old Fella Done It: Building the Shelburne Dory with Milford Buchanan - Paperback

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by Brad Dimock (Author), Douglas Brooks (Author), Graham McKay (Author)The classic Grand Banks Dory became the most-built wooden rowboat in history between the mid-1800s and early 1900s. It's classic form was ideal for codfishing on the Grand Banks, and each boatbuilding town evolved it's own methods and traditions. Today only one unbroken string of dory builders reminas--Milford Buchanan in Shelburne, Nova Scotis is still building the Shelburne Dory the way the Old Fellas taught him. This is...

The Little Book of Skiing: Wonder, Wit & Wisdom for the Slopes - Hardcover

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by Orange Hippo! (Author)"A huge number of people ski, and this fun little book looks at all aspects of what makes it so appealing. For some, it's a serene communication with nature as they glide down a gentle slope in silence, for others it's a 100-miles-an-hour descent down an almost vertical piste with an evening of beer, cheese and singing as a follow-up. The Little Book of Skiing delves into this fascinating sport, starting with the history and encompassing pretty much everything that dr...

Let's Go Camping: The Adventures of Squishy and Boo - Paperback

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by Anna Smith (Illustrator), K. L. Thompson (Author)Squishy and Boo are always up for an adventure! This time, Mom and Dad take them into the forest to go camping. Come along as they learn about building a tent, hiking, fishing, and find out what wild animals they encounter along the way. Fortunately, their parents are with them, keeping them safe and loved while they all have fun together, even when their imaginations run wild. Number of Pages: 28 Dimensions: 0.07 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Dat...

Tahoe Rim Trail: The Official Guide for Hikers, Mountain Bikers, and Equestrians - Paperback

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by Tim Hauserman (Author)This official guide presents the entire 165-mile trail, divided into 8 sections, complete with detailed maps and essential information.Author BiographyTim Hauserman has been a resident of North Lake Tahoe since 1960. He has hiked and biked in the area for many years and has been a guide for Tahoe Trips and Trails (a private excursion company) and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association. A member of the Tahoe Rim Trail Board of Directors from 1998 to 2007, he became the 11th m...

Paul Spadafora: Fighting Till the End - Paperback

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by Chris Scarnati (Author), Roy Jones (Foreword by), Tom Yankello (Foreword by)"The way I looked at it was Paul had to be pretty damn awesome to do the stuff he did in the ring and remain undefeated for so long with all of his issues. The man had all kinds of things going on outside the ring that should have stood in his way, but he still kept winning. God had to be watching out for him." -Roy Jones Jr."Paul was one of the best. And without the drugs and alcohol, he would have been unstoppabl...

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by Edward Winter (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reprodu...

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by Rick McKinney (Author)"Following a friend's suicide in 2003, I faced my own suicidal depression and a choice. Dwell in grief or run gonzo crazy and free in the opposite direction, blazing bright and deep in the jungles of America, hiking and writing until my feet and fingers bled with a pure, honest, screeching love for life." Lending levity to tragedy, author Rick McKinney loads readers into his backpack for a 2000-mile Appalachian Trail odyssey, dealing a passionate, endorphin-fueled gon...

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by Michael Frizell (Author), Elmo Rocko (Artist), Darren G. Davis (Editor)Dive into the inspiring journey of NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes in this thrilling biography comic! This comic captures the life of one of football's greatest talents. From his Texas roots and multi-sport high school days to his meteoric rise as a Super Bowl champion and MVP, witness the triumphs and challenges that shaped his legendary career. Discover the man behind the stats-the family influences, the dedication to h...

The ABCs of Track & Field: A Fast Start For Future Runners Jumpers & Throwers - Hardcover

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by Joe Battaglia (Author)Embark on a delightful and educational journey through the alphabet and the rich history of track & field. This 'first alphabet book' is an ideal read for preschoolers and early readers, while the captivating illustrations will keep even the youngest of fans engaged. Whether it's learning about the many talents of Babe Didrickson-Zaharias or the unrivaled speed of Usain Bolt, The ABCs of Track & Field offers a unique and fun way to introduce children to the gr...

Haitian Machete Fencing: The Avril Family Method - Paperback

$115.20

by Reginald Turnier (Author), Michael Dylan Rogers (Author), Charles Espey (Photographer)An Original Photo Book and Martial Arts ManualExplore the heart of Haiti's cultural heritage through Haitian Machete Fencing: The Avril Family Method-a unique blend of history, art, and combat technique, passed down through generations. Haiti is a country rich in culture, though economically poor. In the countryside, where time-honored traditions thrive, a legacy of African ancestry continues in music, d...

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by Eileein Mueller (Author)My late husband took our oldest grandson fishing when he was about five. This is the story of the wonderful and funny time they shared. Number of Pages: 18 Dimensions: 0.05 x 10 x 8 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 10, 2025

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by Chris Thomas (Author), Zoe Mellors (Illustrator)Winter is here and the fun doesn't stop for Dad and his buddies! Follow along as Dad experiences the joy of a day on the mountain with his best friends. Dad Goes Skiing is the perfect story for all Dads who love to ski! Number of Pages: 30 Dimensions: 0.25 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: February 01, 2025

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40 Fun-filled Float Trips for Fly Fishers - Paperback

$45.34

by William L. Wolfe (Author)The Real Scoop on Float Fishing Guides Gear Lodges Lodging Weather Fish Cold Wet Ones Medical Help William L. (Bill) Wolfe is professor emeritus at the College of Optical Sciences, of the University of Arizona. He taught optics, with an emphasis on infrared techniques, for about twenty-five years and has been retired for about that long. He spent three years at the Honeywell Radiation Center in Lexington, MA, where he managed the Electro-optics Systems Department a...

Fitness Evaluation of the Horse - Paperback

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by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt (Author)This guide helps horse owners, riders, and trainers at all levels learn how to assess any horse's fitness, strengths, and weaknesses. If you're buying a horse, this will help you pre-assess prospects before getting the complete veterinary examination. If you own a horse, these techniques will help you better understand your horse's aptitudes, customize a training program, identify signs of strain, and provide better care for your horse. Features step-by-step...

Best Day Hikes on the Arizona National Scenic Trail - Paperback

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by Sirena Rana (Author)This guide presents the most interesting and accessible portions of the Arizona National Scenic Trail in 30 carefully crafted routes.Author BiographySirena Rana has logged thousands of miles hiking, backpacking, rafting, and canyoneering in the Southwest, both for fun and working as a guide. She is an expert on the Arizona National Scenic Trail. She has been involved with its construction, promotion, and maintenance for over a decade and has completed the trail twice. S...

Following Sunshine: A Voyage Around the Mind, Around the World, Around the Heart - Paperback

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by Niamh McAnally (Author)"A truly brave, enriching memoir that will take you on a global adventure." -Liam NeesonIn her honest and heart-warming memoir, writer and adventurer Niamh McAnally shares the story of her liberating journey from being unemployed, homeless, and divorced in her fifties, to embarking on a global quest to find purpose through volunteering and ultimately finding a profound love that changed her life.From volunteering for marine conservation projects on remote islands in ...

The Rise and Rise of Illegal Ticket Touting: An Ethnography of Deviant Entrepreneurship - Paperback

$89.08

by Alessandro Moretti (Author)This book presents an ethnographic study of contemporary ticket touts in the UK. Despite the recent interest in the topic of black-market ticket sales, media coverage and parliamentary interventions over the last ten years have revealed a widespread lack of knowledge with regard to the phenomenon of touting and the players engaging in the practice. The Rise and Rise of Illegal Ticket Touting sheds light on the world of touting and delivers an authentic picture of...