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Report copyright infringementby Al Unser (Author), Jade Gurss (As Told by), Roger Penske (Foreword by)Winning came naturally to Al Unser Jr. Born into a racing family, he had a gift for finding the fast line on the track. By the time he was nine years old, he could draw the quickest way through the corner on paper and intuitively apply his sketch while on the go kart track. By his teen years, the innate sense for the fast way made him unstoppably quick when he was racing through the woods on ...

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Report copyright infringementby Kevin Robert Kesar (Author)Get a rare glimpse into the mind of Karrion Kross, the 6'4", 265-pound powerhouse known for his ferocity in the ring but admired for his thoughtful perseverance outside of it. This book is packed with heartache, humor, and invaluable lessons, revealing the real man behind the menacing exterior and his relentless journey to the top of sports entertainment. Karrion Kross's physique -- a hulking 6'4", 265 pounds -- and the unbridled inte...

See You Tomorrow: The Disappearance of Snowboarder Marco Siffredi on Everest - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Jeremy Evans (Author)Marco Siffredi was the first person to make a complete snowboard descent of Mount Everest in 2001, and was regarded by many as the world's best snowboarder. But the following year in 2002, Marco mysteriously disappeared on Everest while attempting a more difficult route known as Hornbein Couloir, an unrelentingly steep, difficult to access route with a high failure rate. Using exclusive never-before-granted interviews with family and friend...

Early Wynn, the Go-Go White Sox and the 1959 World Series

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Report copyright infringementby Lew Freedman (Author) This is the story of how the hapless Chicago White Sox, badly hurt by the banning of players after the 1919 Black Sox Scandal, floundered until the 1950s when they were finally rebuilt and had their first success in 40 years. The culminating event was the capture of the 1959 American League pennant, made possible by aging pitcher Early Wynn. Wynn, nearly 40, was the best pitcher in the game that season, winning 22 games and the Cy Young Aw...

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Report copyright infringementby Ned H. Roberts (Author)- Explores the history, construction, and care of one of America's finest firearms - Hundreds of photographs show muzzle-loading cap lock rifles, ammunition, cap magazines, powder flasks, bullet molds, and more - Describes and recreates traditional shooting matches in fascinating detailAuthor BiographyNed H. Roberts was an internationally known expert and author on rifles, rifle shooting, and hunting. Number of Pages: 320 ...

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Report copyright infringementby Ace Cacchiotti (Author)"Gridiron Gumshoe" My life in and out of the NFL Films' Vault" by Ace Cacchiotti is a Pro Football Fanatics' guide to my literal life working with the most accomplished producers who have lent their artistic values to all that follow the game and who live vicariously through one who contributed to the company by "Paying attention to detail and Finishing like a Pro". From young Steve Sabol's "They Called it Pro Football" produced in 1967, ...

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Report copyright infringementby Lee Elder (Author) How did legendary football coach George Allen (1918-1990) consistently build winning teams at both the college and professional levels? This first full-length biography examines his applied philosophy of coaching through comprehensive coverage of his tenures at the collegiate level. His stormy relationships with team owners are detailed, along with his historic divorce from the Chicago Bears. The two most important plays of Allen's career are...

Baseball's Shooting Stars: Improbable Ascents and Burnouts in the National Pastime

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Report copyright infringementby David J. Gordon (Author) Every serious baseball fan can attest to the perennial excellence of stars like Babe Ruth and Ken Griffey, Jr. But how many can recall the exploits of Fred Dunlap, George Stone, Bobby Shantz, or Mark Fidrych? Each of these players performed like a superstar for a single season, but none of them came close to replicating that success in subsequent years. Some achieved early success and flamed out, while others overcame early setbacks to ...

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by Nick Eliopulos (Author), Alan Batson (Illustrator)Reading is matter of survival with the only official Leveled Reader series based on Minecraft! Minecraft(R) is the best-selling video game of all time! And now learning to read has never been more fun for fans of the game ages 4 to 7. They'll get a great introduction to the game's Survival Mode when two players Emmy and Birch--and their tame wolf Byte--set out to explore, build, craft--and survive--in the epic expanse of the Overworld! Step...

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by Dr Seuss (Author)A board book celebration of winter, starring Thing One and Thing Two from Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat Written in super-simple rhyme, this fun, sturdy board book features Thing One and Thing Two as they spend a winter's day enjoying all the activities the season has to offer-- making snow angels, sledding, ice skating, and more A perfect gift for Christmas, birthdays, baby showers, or any time of year, this is an ideal way to celebrate the season and introduce the very...

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by Susan E. Goodman (Author), Michael J. Doolittle (Illustrator)Its tires are over five feet tall. It is as heavy as an elephant. And it can jump, race, and crush like a monster It's a monster truck Whether racing over ramps, plowing through mud, or crushing cars, monster trucks are the biggest and baddest trucks out there The bestselling and award-winning team that brought you Choppers and Motorcycles , author Susan E. Goodman and photographer Michael J. Doolittle, show readers how thes...

Pride of London: The Story of Chelsea FC

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Report copyright infringementby Alex Ishikawa (Author)Explore the captivating journey of Chelsea Football Club with Pride of London: The Story of Chelsea FC, a comprehensive account penned by Alex Ishikawa. This book delves deep into the rich history of one of the world's most renowned football clubs, tracing its evolution from humble beginnings to becoming a global powerhouse.Inside the Book: Early Years: Discover the foundation of Chelsea FC in 1905, the visionary leadership of Gus Mears...

Floyd Patterson: A Boxer and a Gentleman

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Report copyright infringementby Alan H. Levy (Author) Floyd Patterson delivered a number of knockout punches during his Hall of Fame career, but it might have been the fights he won outside the ring that made him great. Born in 1935, he overcame poverty and prejudice to become the youngest world heavyweight champion in history--and he would later become the first man to regain the crown after losing it. Muhammad Ali called Patterson the most skillful fighter he ever faced. This first complete...

Hardwood Heroes: The InsidStory of 10 Iconic NBA Movies That Changed Basketball and Cinema

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Report copyright infringementby Sophia M Johnson (Author)Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of basketball and the magic of cinema with "Hardwood Heroes: The Inside Story of 10 Iconic NBA Movies That Changed Basketball and Cinema." In this groundbreaking exploration, we delve into the pulse-pounding narratives and behind-the-scenes tales of cinematic gems that forever altered the landscape of both the NBA and the silver screen.From Michael Jordan's intergalactic slam dunk in "Sp...

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Report copyright infringementby The Los Angeles Daily News (Author)Kobe Bryant will forever be remembered as one of the most influential figures basketball has ever known. The Black Mamba's path to iconic status started quietly with the 13th pick of the 1996 NBA Draft, but Kobe left his mark in Los Angeles and beyond as a fierce competitor who lifted those around him and never settled for anything less than the best.This is a profound remembrance of an extraordinary life cut short, covering 2...

Two Wheels Good: The History and Mystery of the Bicycle - Paperback

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by Jody Rosen (Author)A panoramic revisionist portrait of the nineteenth-century invention that is transforming the twenty-first-century world "Excellent . . . calls to mind Bill Bryson, John McPhee, Rebecca Solnit."--The New York Times Book Review (Editors' Choice) ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker The bicycle is a vestige of the Victorian era, seemingly at odds with our age of smartphones and ride-sharing apps and driverless cars. Yet we live on a bicycle planet. Across the ...

When Violence Is the Answer: Learning How to Do What It Takes When Your Life Is at Stake - Paperback

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by Tim Larkin (Author)This book could save your life: Protect yourself from violence and learn survival skills for dangerous situations with this essential guide from a former military intelligence officer. In a civilized society, violence is rarely the answer. But when it is, it's the only answer. The sound of breaking glass downstairs in the middle of the night. The words, "Move and you die." The hands on your child, or the knife to your throat. In this essential book, self-protection expe...

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Report copyright infringementby Sterling Hayden (Author)Since its publication in 1963, Sterling Hayden's autobiography, Wanderer, has been surrounded by controversy. The author was at the peak of his earning power as a movie star when he suddenly quit. He walked out on Hollywood, walked out of a shattered marriage, defied the courts, broke as an outlaw, set sail with his four children in the schooner Wanderer--bound for the South Seas. His attempt to escape launched his autobiography. It is t...

Outdoor Adventures and Misadventures - Paperback

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by Chris Kellogg (Author)This book chronicles many stories that cover deep-sea fishing in the Bahamas and a lightning strike there, too, as well as fly fishing in the Catskills. Then there is hunting quail in Florida and big game in Kenya. Not left out are stories of Palm Beach society, adventures in Mexico, and memorable automobile moments. These are just a few of many varied tales best told next to the fireplace with a drink in hand. Some stories should bring a chuckle or a real belly laugh...

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by Marie Dorleans (Author)An award-winning picture book about a family's midnight adventure - a contemporary Owl Moon. A 2021 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book which has received starred reviews from Publisher's Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, The Horn Book and Booklist. Mama opened our bedroom door. "Wake up, you two," she whispered. "Let's go, so we get there on time." Excited, the sleepy family step outside into a beautiful summer night. The world is quiet and...

Football for Dummies, USA Edition - Paperback

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by Howie Long (Author), John Czarnecki (Author)Learn how to tell a first down from a touchdown and get up to speed on the latest trends in the sport Football For Dummies is a comprehensive fan's guide to football and its many components. This updated edition includes coverage of new players, rules, and strategies. With deep explanations of every position, analysis of offense and defense, and detailed strategies for play, football legend Howie Long and established football analyst John Czarnec...

Bayonet Fencing And Sword Practice (1882) - Paperback

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by Alfred Hutton (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: 36 Dimensions: 0.09 x 11 x 8.5 IN ...

The Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance - Paperback

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by Steven Kotler (Author)A Wall Street Journal bestseller.In this groundbreaking book, New York Times bestselling author Steven Kotler decodes the mystery of ultimate human performance. Drawing on over a decade of research and firsthand reporting with dozens of top action and adventure sports athletes like big wave legend Laird Hamilton, big mountain snowboarder Jeremy Jones, and skateboarding pioneer Danny Way, Kotler explores the frontier science of "flow," an optimal state of consciousness...

Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the Americas - Hardcover

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by Lonely Planet (Author)Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet's highly successful Epic Hikes series, this time exploring 50 of the Americas' most rewarding treks and trails. From Canada's longest hut-to-hut hike, the Sunshine Coast Trail, to a descent through Havasu Canyon in the USA, and the Santa Cruz Trail of northern Peru, we cover a huge variety of themes and experiences across routes that range from one-day walks to multi-day treks. Each of the featured hikes includes...

The Wave: In Pursuit of the Rogues, Freaks, and Giants of the Ocean - Paperback

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by Susan Casey (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - In this "wonderfully vivid, kinetic narrative" (The New York Times), the bestselling author of Voices in the Ocean captures colossal, ship-swallowing waves, and the surfers and scientists who seek them out. For legendary surfer Laird Hamilton, hundred foot waves represent the ultimate challenge. As Susan Casey travels the globe, hunting these monsters of the ocean with Hamilton's crew, she witnesses first-hand the life or death stakes, the g...

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by J. Hamilton Ray (Author), Pascal Lemaître (Illustrator)This new Beginner Book about manic skiing squirrels--by J. Hamilton Ray with illustrations by Pascal Lemaitre--has the feeling of an old classic read-aloud. "Nobody knew how the mania grew. First there was one, and then there were two. Three more came gliding from under the trees. LOOK! On the hill. Those are squirrels on skis! Below lay the town, snow-covered and still. Not a sound could be heard. All was silent, until . . . Swwwishhh...

Horse Diaries #2: Bell's Star - Paperback

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by Alison Hart (Author), Ruth Sanderson (Illustrator)Vermont, 1850s Bell's Star is a brown Morgan colt with a white star and two white stockings. He was bred for hard work, yet he longs to run free with his human friend, Katie, on his back. But when Star helps rescue a runaway slave girl, his ideas about freedom may change forever. Here is Star's story . . . in his own words. With exciting and knowledgeable text and lovely black-and-white art throughout--both by real horse owners--Horse Diari...

Basketball Goats: The Greatest Athletes of All Time - Paperback

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by Bruce Berglund (Author)How do you pick basketball's GOATs? Michael Jordan and LeBron James get a lot of GOAT nods. But is Steph Curry the greatest shooter? And what about all-time WNBA points leader Diana Taurasi? It comes down to stats, history, and hunches. Read more about some of the legends of basketball and see if you agree that they're the greatest of all time. Number of Pages: 32 Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.8 x 6.6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 01, 2022 Accel...

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by Brad M. Epstein (Author), Curt Walstead (Illustrator)Good Night, Phillies 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 Philadelphia as everyone wakes up in anticipation, good afternoon Phillies fans as everyone heads to the ballpark, good evening Phillies as the teams take the field and game begins, and of course good night everyone as we say good night to the stadium, the...

The Practical Guide to Man-powered Bullets: Experiments with Catapults, Musketballs, Stonebows, Blowpipes, Big Airguns and Bullet Bows

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Middleton (Author)This book explores in practical detail many of the ways, old and new, in which man can shoot missiles by means of his own force, without the aid of explosives.David slew Goliath with a stone from a sling, but it was a large stone and Man has long been shooting small stones and carefully rounded bullets of clay, glass - and latterly steel and lead - from a variety of weapons without recourse to gunpowder. The bow and arrow has been Man'...

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Report copyright infringementby Junzo Sasamori (Author), Mark Hague (Translator)The First and Only English Translation of a Once Secret Samurai Swordsmanship Manual For centuries, the inner teachings of Ono-ha Ittō-ryū-one of Japan's oldest and most revered schools of samurai swordsmanship-were passed down orally from master to disciple. Now, for the first time, these secret lessons are available in English. Secrets of Ittō-ryū Book Five presents the confidential fighting principles of Sasamo...

A Picture Book of Dolls and Dolls' Houses

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Report copyright infringementby Various (Author)This vintage book is a pictorial catalogue of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century dolls and dolls' houses, republished here in a modern edition with its original pictures and text. Containing authentic photographs and details of origins, this little volume will be of utility to doll enthusiasts, and would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive....