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The Secrets of Ghost Hand Kung Fu Levels 7-12 - Paperback

$138.22

by Joel Gunderson (Author)This is a training manual for levels 7-12. Ghost Hand Kung Fu is a short-armed method, where the arms are kept close to the body. It gives one the ability to execute fast, multiple strikes with deadly accuracy to an opponent's vital points. The art stresses breath work and being able to separately use and control the internal opening and closing movements of each and every joint on the body. It allows one to fight and counter according to the opponent's pressure, rat...

Tactical Jujitsu: Weapon Retention - Paperback

$11.52

by Fernan Vargas (Author)In this book Certified Law Enforcement Defensive Tactics instructor Fernan Vargas presents a simple yet comprehensive system of weapon retention (pistol) applicable for law enforcement and security personnel. Number of Pages: 34 Dimensions: 0.07 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: November 22, 2014

$56.66

by Fabrizio Comi (Author) Number of Pages: 170 Dimensions: 0.56 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 22, 2013

American Archery: A Vade Mecum of the Art of Shooting With a Long Bow - Paperback

$34.49

by Robert Potter Elmer (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,...

The Lion Hunter of South Africa - Paperback

$37.37

by Roualeyn Gordon Cumming (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 preser...

$48.89

by Albert Bigelow Paine (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...

Baseball America 2023 Almanac - Paperback

$29.95

by The Editors of Baseball America (Compiled by)Author BiographyBaseball America is the first name in baseball coverage at every level of the game, and the entire editorial staff contributes to assembling all Baseball America publications. Number of Pages: 528 Dimensions: 1.1 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: March 07, 2023

The Almanac Of Canadian Figure Skating - Paperback

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by Ryan Stevens (Author)How much do you know about Canada's most exciting winter sport? The Almanac of Canadian Figure Skating is a comprehensive book crammed with fascinating facts and figures, many of which you simply can't find online. This compelling reference book includes: - Biographies of hundreds of skaters, coaches, choreographers, judges and builders... including many incredible people you have never even heard of.- Detailed records of Canadian figure skating competitions dating bac...

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by Helene Joncheray (Editor)This is the first book to introduce key themes in the study of women's rugby from multi-disciplinary perspectives, including history, sociology, gender studies, sport development and sport science.Featuring contributions from leading researchers and former international players from across Canada, England, France, New Zealand and the USA, the book opens with a global history of women's rugby, locating the game in the wider context of the development of women's spor...

Croquet; Rules of the Game and Official Laws, British Croquet Association - Paperback

$20.09

by British Croquet Association [From Ol (Created by)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 en...

Power and Politics in World Athletics: A Critical History - Paperback

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by Jörg Krieger (Author)This book provides the first detailed history of one of the most powerful international sport organisations, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), since 2019 known as World Athletics. The book critically assesses the internal power relations within the IAAF by focusing on the IAAF leadership. Based on extensive archival research, Power and Politics in World Athletics offers a nuanced analysis of the institutionalised strategies that developed a...

Through the Grand Canyon From Wyoming to Mexico - Hardcover

$47.45

by Ellsworth Leonardson Kolb (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 pres...

Football, Politics and Identity - Paperback

$89.08

by James Carr (Editor), Daniel Parnell (Editor), Paul Widdop (Editor)This book presents a series of fascinating case studies that show how the lives and bodies of clubs, players and fans around the world are enmeshed with politics.It draws on original research in countries including England, Scotland, Ireland, Poland, Mexico, Algeria and Argentina and includes both historical and contemporary perspectives. It explores some of the most important themes in the study of sport, including sectaria...

La Táctica En Baloncesto. Una Propuesta Práctica - Paperback

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by Francisco Alarcon López (Author), Maria Teresa Miranda León (Author), David Cárdenas Vélez (Author)Este libro tiene como objetivo dar respuesta a la pregunta que se hacen muchos entrenadores de formaci n en baloncesto: c mo desarrollar la inteligencia t ctica del jugador. El libro consta de dos partes. Una primera en la que se explica de manera te rica nuestra propuesta. Esta se basa en la perspectiva constructivista del aprendizaje, en la que se desarrollan las estrategias reflexivas para...

Football and Popular Culture: Singing Out from the Stands - Paperback

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by Stephen R. Millar (Editor), Martin J. Power (Editor), Paul Widdop (Editor)Football is ubiquitous and a permanent fixture of modern life. More than a sport, it frequently manifests in broader popular culture. This book examines the significance of football for, and in, popular culture across a wide range of forms, including music, film, and social media.Football and Popular Culture plots a new path in Football Studies, drawing on original research in countries including England, Brazil, Ger...

Good Hunting: In Pursuit of Big Game in the West - Hardcover

$44.57

by Roosevelt Theodore (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, ...

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by Rosa Lopez de d'Amico (Editor), Maryam Koushkie Jahromi (Editor), Maria Luisa M. Guinto (Editor)This is the first book to survey the participation of women in sport and physical education across Asia, from the Middle East and South Asia through to the Asia-Pacific region. Covering sport and physical activity at all levels, from school-based PE and community sport to elite, high-performance sport, the book provides an important overview of developments in policy, theory and research across ...

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by Arnold Haultain (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, rep...

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by Rudyard Kipling (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, rep...

Sports Coaching in Europe: Cultural Histories - Paperback

$89.08

by Dave Day (Editor)This book explores the historical development of coaching traditions across Europe, placing national approaches to coaching within their cultural and political context. Sports coaching is a social practice that has been shaped by its cultural context, resulting in different countries being characterized by different coaching traditions. By helping us to understand the history of coaching across Europe, this book allows us to better understand both the history of sport and...

The Adventures of an Elephant Hunter - Hardcover

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by James Sutherland (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, re...

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by Alfred Ronalds (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, repr...

The Game of Bowling on the Green or Lawn Bowls - Paperback

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by James Weir 1868- [From Old Ca Greig (Created by)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 eno...

Sport and Development in Emerging Nations - Paperback

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by Cem Tinaz (Editor), Brendon Knott (Editor)For the first time, this book examines the strategies of leaders of emerging nations to use sport as a tool for reaching social, economic, cultural, political, technological or environmental goals and gaining international prestige. It assesses whether sport can really be an effective tool in international development.The book explores the unique challenges, issues and opportunities offered by sport for development in emerging nations. Bringing tog...

Families, Sport, Leisure and Social Justice: From Protest to Progress - Paperback

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by Dawn E. Trussell (Editor), Ruth Jeanes (Editor)Through a social justice and equity lens, this book examines how families, sport, and leisure connect to broader social issues in society. It goes beyond describing oppression and disadvantaged identities and focuses on advocacy and ways forward to challenge the status quo.Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, the book draws upon different theories to present important new work on topics as diverse as the role of parents and siblings within ...

Intro to Specklebelly Goose Hunting for Kids - Paperback

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by Frank W. Koretum (Author)"Intro to Specklebelly Goose Hunting for Kids" contains everything kids want to know before their first specklebelly goose hunting trip. Kids will learn about: History of Goose Hunting Types of Geese Hunting Gear Safety Goose Calls Decoys Aiming for a Perfect Shot Understanding Hunting Conservation Blinds Food to Bring And many more hunting topics... Learning about specklebelly goose hunting can be fun and exciting. This book will open kids your eyes to all things...

Here Comes Football!: A Kids' Guide to the Game - Hardcover

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by Burkley Hoover (Author)This fun, but educational, book will be perfect for kids of all ages who are new to the great game of football. Burkley, whose dad coaches high school football, is a quick learner and does a great job describing the game. She includes history, fun facts and some things even the most seasoned fan may not know. "Tips From the Pros" features interviews with past and present professionals from each of the position groups, helping readers improve their own game. This book...

The Numbers Don't Lie: Comparative Career Analyses of Jack Nicklaus & Tiger Woods - Paperback

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by Wade P. White (Author)Throughout much of the highly-successful golfing career of Jack Nicklaus, many players arrived being touted, "the next Nicklaus." However, only one player has taken that mantle head-on to move forward the standard set by Nicklaus - Tiger Woods. Woods' explosive start in competitive golf at an early age propelled him further and faster in many areas over Nicklaus beginning with his junior amateur days. But has Woods succeeded in de-throning Nicklaus? As both players ha...

Intro to Snow Goose Hunting for Kids - Paperback

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by Frank W. Koretum (Author)"Intro to Snow Goose Hunting for Kids" contains everything kids want to know before their first snow goose hunting trip. Kids will learn about: History of Snow Goose Hunting Types of Geese Hunting Gear Safety Goose Calls Decoys Aiming for a Perfect Shot Understanding Hunting Conservation Blinds Food to Bring And many more hunting topics... Learning about snow goose hunting can be fun and exciting. This book will open kids your eyes to all things snow goose hunting...

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by Bruce Kenworthy (Author), Betsey Kenworthy (Author)In September of 1975, Bruce and Betsey Kenworthy, with their three-year-old and two-month-old sons, left their home on the edge of the Alaskan wilderness. Seven months later, they caught first sight of the Maui coast off their port bow. In between is one story from two very distinct points of view, complete with killer sharks, ocean storms, and a couple learning to have faith in their differences. Number of Pages: 200 Dimensions: 0.46 x 9 ...

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by Paul Chong (Author)My Delight With Golf - Paul Chong "Golf is a club-and-ball sport in which players use various clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible." - Wikipedia. GOLF as a word used to stand for "Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden". However, it's no longer so today. To me, GOLF is both a leisure & pleasure: * to rise before the break of dawn, fresh & breezy * teeing off from the first hole for a 9-hole game or 18-hole game, depending u...

Tee Time on the Moon: How Astronaut Alan Shepard Played Lunar Golf - Hardcover

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by David A. Kelly (Author), Edwin Fotheringham (Illustrator)Astronaut Alan Shepard's mission: Fly to the moon. Study it in more detail than ever before. Hit a golf ball in low gravity. But how far? Find out in this engaging STEM/STEAM picture book. In 1971, Alan Shepard and his fellow astronauts made their way to the Moon in the cramped Apollo 14 capsule. Their mission: Study the moon in more detail than ever before. While the world watched on TV, Shepard and Edgar Mitchell gathered rock and ...