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Navy Blue and Gold - History of Navy Midshipmen Football - Paperback

$41.69

by Steve Fulton (Author)Read about the great history and traditions of the Navy Midshipmen football throughout the years. Season by season recaps with game recaps along with schedules for each season. Rivalry games, Bowl games and much more. Whether you are an Navy football fan or a College Football fan, this is a must read for all. UPDATED through the 2022 season. Number of Pages: 220 Dimensions: 0.46 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: September 06, 2021

Black Knights of the Hudson - History of Army Football - Paperback

$41.69

by Steve Fulton (Author), Steve's Football Bible LLC (Author)Read about the great history and traditions of the Army Black Knights football throughout the years. Season by season recaps with game recaps along with schedules for each season. Rivalry games, Bowl games and much more. Whether you are an Army football fan or a College Football fan, this is a must read for all. UPDATED through the 2022 season. Number of Pages: 196 Dimensions: 0.42 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: August 18, 2021

Dark Horses: A Memoir of Redemption - Hardcover

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by Arthur B. III Hancock (Author)ARTHUR HANCOCK NEEDED A MIRACLEHe had long ago strayed from the golden path that once seemed to beckon him, as the eldest son of a Thoroughbred racing legend. His life had been a wild, booze-fueled ride: car wrecks, fights, nights in jail. But whatever else he was, Hancock was a born horseman-and knew that he had it in him, one day, to take Claiborne forward as the most storied farm in the Bluegrass. Only that day never came. Obstructed by powerful enemies, an...

The Match: The Day the Game of Golf Changed Forever - Paperback

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by Mark Frost (Author)In 1956, a casual bet between two millionaires eventually pitted two of the greatest golfers of the era -- Byron Nelson and Ben Hogan -- against top amateurs Harvie Ward and Ken Venturi. The year: 1956. Decades have passed since Eddie Lowery came to fame as the ten-year-old caddie to U.S. Open Champion Francis Ouimet. Now a wealthy car dealer and avid supporter of amateur golf, Lowery has just made a bet with fellow millionaire George Coleman. Lowery claims that two of ...

Freshwater Fish of Georgia Field Guide - Paperback

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by Dave Bosanko (Author)Go Fishing with Georgia's Famous Identification Guide! Fishing is a perfect outdoors activity for all ages and skill levels, and the Peach State is an angler's paradise. Reel in fish, and make identifying your catches a snap. The Freshwater Fish of Georgia Field Guide by Dave Bosanko features detailed information about 87 species of Georgia fish. When you're not sure what you caught, grab the handy guide and narrow your choices by family. Then identify your prize with ...

Then the World Moved On: The Brutal Truth Behind the Max Baer-Frankie Campbell Fight - Paperback

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by Catherine Johnson (Author)"Then The World Moved On: The Brutal Truth Behind the Baer-Campbell Fight" by Catherine Johnson, knocks boxing history on its cauliflowered ear, with the most painstakingly researched and scrupulously detailed book ever written about the tragic end of Frankie Campbell, and Max Baer's shocking hand in his death.Preceded with a Foreword by Ray Mancini, the book chronicles not only thoroughly covers Campbell's life and career, it examines the multiple myths and stori...

Survival 101 Bushcraft: The Essential Guide for Wilderness Survival 2020 - Paperback

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by Rory Anderson (Author)Do you know how to survive without access to modern supply chains?If you had to evacuate your town immediately, would you feel confident in your ability to survive?Our modern world has made survival easy for us. That means that many of us do not know how to survive without the luxuries of the modern world.And the reality is that they can all be taken away in a matter of minutes.What then?A global pandemic has left many realizing that survival is not as easy as going t...

Running for the B-Team: One man's obsessive quest to run a marathon in under 3 hours - Paperback

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by Mike Bannister (Author)A comical account of the author's long term obsession to try and run a marathon in under 3 hours. This book goes off at lots of tangents to discuss many aspects of running - not just marathon running The author re-counts his journey, battling against the ageing process and numeous setbacks, determined to crack the 3hr barrier. With an admirable, yet laughable, attention to detail, nothing will stop Mike Bannister repeatedy bouncing back as he refuses to let go of th...

Wednesday Riders: A story of summer friendships, love, and lessons learned - Paperback

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by Tudor Robins (Author)The island. Meg can't wait to get back. She's excited to see her new mare kick up her heels in Salem's old paddock. She's impatient to run on country roads between breeze-blown hayfields. Mostly, Meg longs to be back with Jared again. It's going to be the perfect summer. But can real life live up to Meg's huge expectations? When Jared makes a heart-wrenching confession, Meg has to re-evaluate everything. If perfection's not possible, can Meg find a way to build ha...

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by Benjamin Poore (Author), Margherita Laera (Editor), Natalie Alvarez (Editor)The historical age of empires may be over, but empire, as an idea, continues to exercise a hold over our imaginations. This compelling examination of the relationship between theatre and empire begins with potential definitions and theories of empire, suggesting how we might think of these two notions together and how we might see empire itself as theatre. A variety of case studies are then used to explore theatre ...

The Artistic Anatomy Of The Horse (1866) - Hardcover

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by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins (Author)This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work. Number of Pages: 118 Dimensions: 0.44...

Psychoanalysis for Normal People - Paperback

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by Geraldine Coster (Author)"Psychoanalysis for Normal People" is a vintage book on personal psychology and psychoanalysis by Geraldine Coster. Within it, Coster explains the basic principles of psychoanalysis and offers the reader simple instructions on how psychology and psychoanalysis can help in their day-to-day life, from the little things to the seemingly big and insurmountable. This fantastic volume will appeal to those with an interest in self improvement and psychology, and it is is ...

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by Cal Jr. Ripken (Author)The final book in the out-of-the-park series by legendary short-stop and veteran sportswriter Cal Ripkin! Danny Connolly is a back-up pitcher with the Dulaney Orioles. He knows what that means: not good enough to start. When he does get into games, he hasn't exactly been the shut-down reliever the team needs. To make matters worse his older brother, Joey, is a lights-out high school lefty with a 90-mph fastball who's attracting lots of attention from college recrui...

Martial Tai Chi: Yang Cheng Fu Style - Paperback

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by Marlon Pilossoph (Author)A precise and easy to follow instructional manual in the Yang style Tai Chi long (108) form with detailed step by step descriptions of the movements and how to use each of the movements for self-defense. Get all the manifold health benefits of Tai Chi PLUS learn how to defend yourself! Number of Pages: 98 Dimensions: 0.2 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: June 11, 2024

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by D. H. Anderson (Author), Steven Lester (Illustrator)Pesky flies buzz on a hot summer day at Waterdam Farm. At three months old, Lady Thistle still stays close to Polly as she experiences new adventures-some exciting and others frightening!Today, the vet arrives and instructs the farmhands how to help keep bugs off the horses and out of their eyes. Thistle is nervous, but under the watchful eye of her mother, Polly, she bravely allows the vet to spray her legs and put a special mask over he...

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by David Kaniecki (Author)Every parent's nightmare... It happens in an instant. A fall, a splash, a moment of inattention. 'Lessons from the Sky' shares gripping true stories from air medical transport, revealing the everyday dangers that threaten young children. Flight nurse practitioner David Kaniecki and his colleagues have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of childhood accidents - the frantic calls, the desperate races against time, the mix of relief and heartbreak in the faces o...

Incredible Sports Stories For Kids - Paperback

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by C. Gibbs (Author)Incredible Sports Stories for Kids*100 sports stories included!*5 Books In 1 Bundle: Basketball Short Stories For KidsFootball Short Stories For KidsBaseball Short Stories For KidsIce Hockey Short Stories For KidsSoccer Short Stories For KidsGet ready to dive into the ultimate collection of sports stories with "Incredible Sports Stories for Kids"!This epic compilation brings together five thrilling sports-basketball, football, baseball, ice hockey, and soccer-into one unfo...

Memoirs of an Altamaha River Outdoorsman and Other Drivel - Paperback

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by William a. Bowers (Author)A collection of hunting, fishing and outdoors experiences I have enjoyed both living and telling through the years growing up and living near the Altamaha River in southeast Georgia. This book is a collection of stories, funny events, miscellany and strange things collected a lifetime of hunting fishing, camping and boating all up and down the complete system of the Altamaha River.The Mighty Altamaha River flows from the confluence of the Ocmulgee River and the Oc...

L.A. Baseball: From the Pacific Coast League to the Major Leagues - Paperback

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by Tomas J. Benitez (Author), Greg Burk (Author), Glen Creason (Author)Like all of America, Los Angeles first caught baseball fever in the 19th Century. The sport that writers dubbed the national pastime soon spread to every part of the Southland. Members of Riverside's Cahuilla Indian tribe played ball, Issei immigrants from Japan played besuboru, Mexican American kids played b isbol. African American players from the Negro Leagues gathered for wintertime training, while talented local ballp...

A Year at the Races: Reflections on Horses, Humans, Love, Money, and Luck - Paperback

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by Jane Smiley (Author)NATIONAL BESTSELLER - From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Thousand Acres comes an irresistibly smart, witty, and engaging chronicle of a novelist's lifelong obsession with horses. - "Exuberant...witty, completely delightful.... A kind of National Velvet for adults." --San Francisco Chronicle "Every horse story is a love story," writes Jane Smiley, who has loved horses for most of her life and owned and bred them for a good part of it. To love something is to obs...

Sport Industry Research and Analysis: An Informed Approach to Decision Making - Paperback

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by Jacquelyn Cuneen (Author), David A. Tobar (Author)Sport Industry Research and Analysis offers a straightforward, no nonsense approach to research design and statistical analyses in sport organizations. This fully revised and updated new edition describes the research process, from identifying a research question to analyzing data, and uses real world scenarios to help students and industry professionals understand how to conduct research and apply the results in their wider work. The book ...

Grit and Wit: Empowering LIves and Leaders - Paperback

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by Kathy Delaney-Smith (Author), Anne Heffron (Author), Laura Barnard (Author) Number of Pages: 198 Dimensions: 0.42 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 06, 2025

NBA 75: The Definitive History - Hardcover

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by Dave Zarum (Author) The most iconic moments and stories of the NBA In NBA 75, sports writer and basketball super fan Dave Zarum tells the story of the NBA, all 75 years -- from its early barnstorming days to the multi-billion-dollar sports league it is today Readers are treated to all the biggest moments and greatest superstars, with over 75 stories ranging from Jerry West's 33-win streak Lakers, through Jordan's repeat three-peat Bulls, to Steph Curry and the 73-win Warriors and beyond...

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by David A. Kelly (Author), Robert Thibeault (Illustrator) Number of Pages: 118 Dimensions: 0.25 x 7.63 x 5.19 IN Publication Date: December 10, 2024

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by Adventure Publications (Prepared by)This outer-space-themed board book introduces our solar system's planets, through full-color photographs and concise text.Author BiographyAdventure Publications is renowned for its informative, user-friendly products, such as the best-selling, state-by-state birding guides. With a focus on regional nature titles, travel books, field guides, and children's books, Adventure Publications features a rich backlist of top-selling titles for every US state. Gre...

It's Now or Nether! (Minecraft Ironsword Academy #2) - Hardcover

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by Caleb Zane Huett (Author)A group of friends go on an amazing Minecraft adventure to save a friend while also navigating the halls of their new school--the Ironsword Academy! The Ironsword Academy is the third series of official Minecraft chapter books that are perfect for readers 6 to 9 and Minecraft fans of all ages! Morgan, Ash and the rest of the team discover that their new friend Eek has travelled into the dark and dangerous Nether alone. Well, not exactly alone--there's a hostile ske...

Tacky and the Winter Games: A Winter and Holiday Book for Kids - Paperback

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by Helen Lester (Author), Lynn Munsinger (Illustrator)"A-huff-and-a-puff-and-a-huff-and-a-puff-and-a-huff-and-a-puff" "WHAT'S HAPPENING?" Tacky the penguin wants to know. The Winter Games, that's what's happening. And Tacky and his fellow penguins Goodly, Lovely, Angel, Neatly, and Perfect have to work hard to get in shape so they can represent Team Nice Icy Land in the athletic competitions. After rigorous training, they're ready - but are the games ready for Tacky? Will his antics keep Team...

North Carolina Adventure Weekends: A Traveler's Guide to the Best Outdoor Getaways - Paperback

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by Jessie Johnson (Author), Matt Schneider (Author)With 12 detailed weekend trip descriptions, North Carolina Adventure Weekends takes readers to the best destinations in North Carolina for 48 hours of hiking, cycling, climbing, and paddling.Author BiographyJessie Johnson started her life of adventure by tromping through the woods behind her childhood home in North Carolina. Camping, hiking, backpacking, paddling, climbing, biking, surfing--if you can do it outside, she's in! With years of pr...

The New Rules of Lifting: Six Basic Moves for Maximum Muscle - Paperback

$24.00

by Lou Schuler (Author), Alwyn Cosgrove (Author)Want to get more out of your workout and spend less time in the gym? Many guys devote so many hours to lifting weight yet end up with so little to show for it. In many cases the problem is simple: they aren't doing exercises based on the movements their bodies were designed to do. Six basic movements - the squat, deadlift, lunge, push, pull and twist - use all of the body's major muscles. And, more important, they use those muscles in co-ordinat...

The Chicago Tribune Book of the Chicago Bears, 2nd Ed. - Hardcover

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by Chicago Tribune Staff (Author)In Chicago, the Bears's grip on the city spans generations and cultures, endures disappointments, and impels celebration of triumphs great and small. From the team's humble beginnings to its century-long status as the flagship NFL franchise, the Chicago Tribune has documented every season. The Chicago Tribune Book of the Chicago Bears is an impressive testament to Bears tradition, compiling photography, original box scores, and entertaining essays from Hall o...

Trails of the Angeles: 100 Hikes in the San Gabriel Mountains - Paperback

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by David Harris (Author), John W. Robinson (Based on a Book by)This updated guidebook details 100 hikes in the San Gabriel Mountains, from one-hour strolls to two-day backcountry trips.Author BiographyDavid Harris is a professor of engineering at Harvey Mudd College. He is the author or coauthor of seven hiking guidebooks and five engineering textbooks. David grew up rambling about the Desolation Wilderness as a toddler in his father's pack and later roamed the High Sierra as a Boy Scout. As ...

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by Brad M. Epstein (Author), Curt Walstead (Illustrator)Good Night, Brewers follows in the long tradition of 'good night' stories loved by children everywhere. The bedtime story takes children through the day of the big game - good morning Wisconsin as everyone wakes up in anticipation, good afternoon Brewers fans as everyone heads to the ballpark, good evening Brewers as the teams take the field and game begins, and of course good night everyone as we say good night to the stadium, the playe...