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The Most Amazing Football Stories of All Time - The Beautiful Game - Paperback

$28.78

by Michael Langdon (Author)Do you think you know everything there is to know about football? Have you heard of: The referee who lost his teeth mid-game? The player who got injured playing scrabble? The ladies who changed a nation? The one-armed goalkeeper? The game of three halves? The World Cup team that smuggled Rohypnol onto the pitch? The craziest superstitions in the sport? The seagull that scored a goal? DISCOVER THE STORIES OF SOME OF FOOTBALL'S MOST ICONIC MOMENTS - From the heart-w...

Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World - Paperback

$95.31

by Donald G. Kyle (Author)The second edition of Sport and Spectacle in the Ancient World updates Donald G. Kyle's award-winning introduction to this topic, covering the Ancient Near East up to the late Roman Empire. - Challenges traditional scholarship on sport and spectacle in the Ancient World and debunks claims that there were no sports before the ancient Greeks - Explores the cultural exchange of Greek sport and Roman spectacle and how each culture responded to the other's entertainment -...

Sports in American Life: A History - Paperback

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by Richard O. Davies (Author)The third edition of author Richard O. Davies' highly praised narrative of American sports, Sports in American Life: A History, features extensive revisions and updates to its presentation of an interpretative history of the relationship of sports to the larger themes of U.S. history. Updated include a new section on concussions caused by contact sports and new biographies of John Wooden and Joe Paterno. Features extensive revisions and updates, along with a lean...

Cooperative Learning in Physical Education: A Research Based Approach - Paperback

$118.24

by Ben Dyson (Editor), Ashley Casey (Editor)Cooperative Learning is a dynamic instructional model that can teach diverse content to students at different grade levels, with students working together in small, structured, heterogeneous groups to master subject content. It has a strong research tradition, is used frequently as a professional development tool in general education and is now emerging in physical education.This book defines Cooperative Learning in physical education and examines h...

Initiation to the Game of Chess: Chess Manual for beginners and coaches - Paperback

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by Yago Gallach Pérez (Editor), Mario García González (Translator), Jacobo Caselas Cabanas (Author)This book is a Chess Manual aimed at beginners who know how the pieces move and are starting to play their first games as well as at instructors who want to teach a basic introductory chess course, as it offers them a support to their explanations and sets of progressive exercises according to the themes.The manual covers: - Basic endgames.- Middlegame: basic tactical motifs and strategical prin...

Racers in the Sun, Volume One: The Story of Florida's Sprint Car Legends - Paperback

$43.20

by Richard Golardi (Author)This book is a collective biography with 13 individual biographies and the story of one iconic Florida race track. Two authorized biographies of National Sprint Car Hall of Fame inductees are included for Pete Folse and Frank Riddle. There are six biographies of Little 500 Hall of Fame inductees: Wayne Reutimann, Dave Scarborough, Robert Smith, Jack Nowling, George Rudolph, and Frank Riddle. Additional biographies for Ralph Liguori, Johnny Hicks, Pancho Alvarez, Cus...

Small Frame Tai Ji Quan: The Tradition of the Wu-Hao Style - Paperback

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by Faxing Chen (Translator), Shaoru Hao (Author)The book "Wu Yuxiang Style Taiji Boxing" by Hao Shaoru is a comprehensive guide to the Wu Yuxiang style of Taijiquan, which is known for its focus on small, subtle movements and explosive power. The book covers the history and principles of the style, as well as detailed instructions for the movements and techniques, accompanied by clear illustrations. It also includes sections on training methods, applications, and theory, making it a valuable ...

Finding Gideon: A Broken Dream, a Missing Horse, and the Faith of a Mustard Seed - Paperback

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by Sarah Hickner (Author)A horse, a dog, and a long-time dream coming together-what more could a girl want? Since the day I read my first Thoroughbred series book in fifth grade, I imagined crouching over the withers of a racehorse, feeling its muscles bunch together and release with each stride. But I wanted more than an image in my mind-I wanted it in real life. It was my junior year of college when I left home to chase that dream, and for a minute I had it between my fingers. Gideon rode ...

Real Madrid CF Liga de Campeones de la UEFA - La - Paperback

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by Ary S Jr. (Author)El Real Madrid es uno de los equipos más exitosos en la historia de la UEFA Champions League. La Champions League es la competición de clubes más prestigiosa del fútbol europeo, disputada anualmente por los mejores equipos de todo el continente.El Real Madrid es el equipo más laureado en la historia de la Champions League, habiendo ganado la competición 14 veces.El club también fue subcampeón en otras tres ocasiones.A lo largo de su historia, el Real Madrid ha conseguido...

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by Vivek (Author)Short Biography Of Chris Gayle & Life Style, Career etc. During Writing This Book No Character, No Religion & No Caste Are Harmed. It's Only For Study Purpose. Number of Pages: 56 Dimensions: 0.13 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: December 12, 2022

The Game Warden and His Friend, Otto - Paperback

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by Gary Ralston (Author)The book is a collection of stories and situations a game warden will encounter in his work. The work can be difficult and very disheartening and at times very gratifying. Wardens do much more than enforcing fish and game law, and many of these activities are noted. I have offered a few tips about hunting and fishing, which I have learned during my seventy-five years of participation in these activities and observations gathered while spending countless hours in the gr...

Practical Guide to the Operational Use of the AK-47/AK74 Rifle - Paperback

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by Erik Lawrence (Author)The objective of this manual is to enable the reader to competently use and maintain the weapon system. Key topics: - background and specifications- instructions on its operation- disassembly and assembly- proper firing procedures- malfunction/misfire procedures- operator level maintenance Number of Pages: 118 Dimensions: 0.25 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: January 13, 2014

PDX Hiking 365 (Second Edition) - Paperback

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by Matt Reeder (Author)Where should we go this weekend? Like most Portland hikers, you want to go outside year-round, rain or shine. But most guidebooks tantalize you with places you can only access a few months a year. This second edition of PDX Hiking 365 breaks through the fog to provide you fantastic hikes all year long, from January to December. Organized by month, 365 gives you ten great hikes for each month of the year, from New Years Day to New Years Eve. With PDX Hiking 365, you shou...

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by Monsieur L'Abbat (Author)In recovering from this Thrust, the Wrist must be in Tierce, and the Sword without the Enemy's whilst the other Parts take their Situation. The Parade of this Thrust is made by a Half-circle of the Sword within, the Wrist raised in Quart, and the Point low. See the 7th Plate. Number of Pages: 74 Dimensions: 0.15 x 7.52 x 9.25 IN Publication Date: September 10, 2010

$51.77

by Theodore Roosevelt (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: 386 Dimensions: 0.8 x 9 x 6 I...

Golf: Its Rules and Decisions - Paperback

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by Richard Standish Francis (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: 442 Dimensions: 0.9 x 9...

Games of the North American Indians - Paperback

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by Stewart Culin (Author)Twenty-Fourth Annual Report Of The Bureau Of American Ethnology. Number of Pages: 828 Dimensions: 1.64 x 6 x 9.02 IN Publication Date: September 10, 2010

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by William Nealy (Author)Laugh out loud with this hilarious guide to downhill skiing, as seen through the eyes of renowned cartoonist William Nealy.A celebrated author and cartoonist, William Nealy gained cult-hero status in the outdoor-sports community by blending his passion for the outdoors with his unique style of caricatures. He had a knack for learning-not by doing but by crashing and burning! The works of this American treasure were almost lost forever, but Menasha Ridge Press is proud...

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by William Nealy (Author)Laugh out loud with this hilarious look at the trials and tribulations of paddling, as seen through the eyes of renowned cartoonist William Nealy.A celebrated author and cartoonist, William Nealy gained cult-hero status in the outdoor-sports community by blending his passion for the outdoors with his unique style of caricatures. He had a knack for learning-not by doing but by crashing and burning! The works of this American treasure were almost lost forever, but Menas...

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by Carly and Charly (Author)Let's Go Skateboarding tells the story of two adventure cats, Carly and Charly, conquering a new outdoor wilderness on wheels, no less! As new boarders, they're careful to take lessons and assemble all the safety gear and items they need before they begin their skating adventure.They patiently build their skills with balance and confidence before embarking on this epic challenge. Smooth and steady, they learn how to make turns and, most importantly, how to stop.The...

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by Philip Gosse (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: 380 Dimensions: 0.78 x 9 x 6 IN Pub...

Hunting the Elephant in Africa and Other Recollections of Thirteen Years' Wanderings - Paperback

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by C. H. Stigand (Author), Theodore Roosevelt (Introduction by)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 Pag...

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by Joe DiMaggio (Author)With A Special Chapter, How To Score, By Red Barber And Line Illustrations By Lenny Hollreiser. Number of Pages: 196 Dimensions: 0.42 x 6 x 9.02 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 10, 2010

$41.69

by Abe Mitchell (Author), J. Martin (Editor)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: 240 Dimensions:...

Mannlicher Rifles and Pistols: Famous Sporting and Military Weapons - Paperback

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by Walter H. B. Smith (Author), Von Kromar (Illustrator)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: 244...

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by Gary Player (Author)Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone Number of Pages: 146 Dimensions: 0.35 x 6 x 9.02 IN Publication Date: September 10, 2010

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by John Acton (Author), Gervais Francois Magne De Marolles (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...

Canoe And Boat Building: A Complete Manual For Amateurs (1885) - Hardcover

$57.53

by William Picard Stephens (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: 168 Dimensions: 0.5 x 9 ...

Modern Rifle Shooting: From The American Standpoint (1903) - Hardcover

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by Walter Guy Hudson (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: 166 Dimensions: 0.5 x 9 x 6 IN...

Pistol And Revolver Shooting - Hardcover

$64.73

by Walter F. Roper (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: 270 Dimensions: 0.75 x 9 x 6 IN ...

Maxims And Hints On Angling, Chess, Shooting, And Other Matters: Also, Miseries Of Fishing (1842) - Paperback

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by Richard Penn (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: 136 Dimensions: 0.29 x 9 x 6 IN Pub...

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by Milo G. Denlinger (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: 418 Dimensions: 1.06 x 9 x 6 I...