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Fish of Colorado Field Guide - Paperback

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by Dan Johnson (Author)Go Fishing with Colorado's Famous Identification Guide! Fishing is a perfect outdoors activity for all ages and skill levels, and the Centennial State is an angler's paradise. Reel in fish, and make identifying your catches a snap. The Fish of Colorado Field Guide by Dan Johnson features detailed information about 85 species of Colorado fish. When you're not sure what you caught, grab the handy guide and narrow your choices by family. Then identify your prize with the i...

Outgunned!: True Stories of Citizens Who Stood Up to Outlaws-And Won - Paperback

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by Robert A. Waters (Author), John T. Waters (Author)It's a classic story from hundreds of western shoot-'em-ups: a gang of outlaws rides into town, terrorizes local citizens, and finally meets their match when the heroic sheriff appears. In real life, it was different. Some of the most notorious western outlaws were killed or captured by townspeople. And the trend continued throughout the Prohibition era. OUTGUNNED! TRUE STORIES OF CITIZENS WHO STOOD UP TO OUTLAWS -- AND WON describes a doze...

I Remember Payne Stewart: Personal Memories of Golf's Most Dapper Champion by the People Who Knew Him Best - Hardcover

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by Michael Arkush (Author)A collection of memories of people who knew Payne Stewart best, I Remember Payne Stewart captures the legacy of a faithful man, loving husband and father, and great golf champion whose life was cut short by a tragic airplane accident. Testimonials come from fellow PGA Tour pros, relatives, college buddies, golf reporters, and others. Number of Pages: 223 Dimensions: 0.86 x 8.1 x 5.44 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 01, 2000

It's Pool Time! (Clifford the Big Red Dog Storybook) - Paperback

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by Norman Bridwell (Created by), Meredith Rusu (Author), Remy Simard (Illustrator)Clifford and Emily Elizabeth are spending a day at the pool Emily Elizabeth wants to earn her Cool Kahuna Badge at the Birdwell Island pool. That means she has to swim across the pool using three different strokes, go down to the bottom of the deep end, and jump off the high dive Clifford and his friends turn each part of the test into a game to help Emily Elizabeth practice. But on the day of the test, the hig...

The Fastest Tortoise in Town - Hardcover

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by Howard Calvert (Author), Karen Obuhanych (Illustrator)The fable of the tortoise and the hare receives a charming new spin in this wonderfully illustrated, cheering tale about a lovable and relatable trouper. Barbara Hendricks, a tortoise, has entered a road race, but what was she thinking? With only a week to go before the big day, she worries that she doesn't stand a chance against the other animals competing. Barbara's friend and owner, Lorraine, inspires her to train a little bit more e...

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by David Cole (Author), Shannon O'Toole (Illustrator)Tensions Rise Between the Math KidsWhen Stephanie finds out her soccer team has a tournament on the same day as the district math competition, an upset Justin offers her a choice: choose Math Kids or leave the club. Dismayed by his attitude, Stephanie quits and Catherine goes with her. With their club in shambles, the future of their friendships is further threatened by the news that Justin's dad has been offered a new job and wants to move...

Peppa Pig: Peppa Va a Nadar (Peppa Goes Swimming) - Paperback

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by Scholastic (Author), Eone (Illustrator)An all-new storybook featuring Peppa -- a lovable, slightly bossy little piggy Peppa and George are going swimming, but George is a bit scared. How will Mummy and Daddy pig ever convince him to get in the pool?Peppa y George van a nadir, pero George tiene un poco de miedo. C mo lo convencer n Mam Cerda y Pap Cerdo de que se meta a la piscina?Author BiographyScholastic Inc. is a global publishing and education company whose mission is to encourage t...

10th Mountain Division at Camp Hale - Paperback

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by Flint Whitlock (Author), Eric Miller (Author)In 1942, at the beginning of World War II, the US Army built its most unusual military post for its most unusual division in a high, remote, Rocky Mountain valley 100 miles west of Denver, Colorado. Located at 9,250 feet above sea level, Camp Hale was the training home of the famed 13,459-man 10th Mountain Division, which trained in mountain warfare techniques for two years--and almost missed the war. After they were finally deployed for combat ...

The First Major: The Inside Story of the 2016 Ryder Cup - Paperback

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by John Feinstein (Author)The rivalry between the U.S. and European teams was at an all-time high even before the first swing of the 2016 Ryder Cup. The Americans had lost an astounding six out of the last seven matches. With the U.S. team out for revenge and the Europeans determined to keep the Cup out of American hands, the showdown took place in Hazeltine, Minnesota--just days after the death of golf legend Arnold Palmer. It became one of the most raucous and heated face-offs in the Cup's ...

Where Nobody Knows Your Name: Life in the Minor Leagues of Baseball - Paperback

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by John Feinstein (Author)Minor league baseball is quintessentially American: small towns, small stadiums, $5 tickets, $2 hot dogs, the never-ending possibility of making it big. But looming above it all is always the real deal: Major League Baseball. John Feinstein takes the reader behind the curtain into the guarded world of the minor leagues, like no other writer can. Where Nobody Knows Your Name explores the trials and travails of the inhabitants of Triple-A, focusing on nine men, includi...

Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers: Reflections on Being Raised by a Pack of Sled Dogs - Paperback

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by Gary Paulsen (Author)An experienced Iditarod racer, Gary Paulsen celebrates his lead dog and longtime companion, Cookie, in this intimate essay. Paulsen takes readers inside the kennel as Cookie's last litter of pups grow and learn to pull sleds across the snowy frontier. Includes an author's note.Back JacketCookie usually had puppies easily, but they were always so wonderful and special that I worried excessively each time. Considering that she had five litters of never less than eight pu...

The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game - Paperback

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by Michael Lewis (Author)When we first meet him, Michael Oher is one of thirteen children by a mother addicted to crack; he does not know his real name, his father, his birthday, or how to read or write. He takes up football, and school, after a rich, white, Evangelical family plucks him from the streets. Then two great forces alter Oher: the family's love and the evolution of professional football itself into a game where the quarterback must be protected at any cost. Our protagonist becomes...

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by David A. Kelly (Author), Mark Meyers (Illustrator)Now leading off the line-up--book #1 in a brand-new early chapter book mystery series where each book is set in a different American ballpark Thanks to Kate's mom, a sports reporter, cousins Mike Walsh and Kate Hopkins have tickets to the Red Sox game and All Access passes to Fenway Park. But as they're watching batting practice before the game, the lucky bat of Red Sox star slugger Big D is stolen . . . right in front of dozens of people....

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by Chris Crutcher (Author)Louie Banks has it made.He's got a starting spot on the football team, good friends, and a smart, beautiful girlfriend who loves him as much as he loves her.Early in the fall, he sees all his ideas of fair play go up in smoke; by spring, what he cares about most has been destroyed. How can Louie keep going when he's lost everything? Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.48 x 7 x 5.44 IN Publication Date: April 01, 2003 Accelerated Reader: ...

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by Chloe Walsh (Author)An epic and unforgettable love story continues in Redeeming 6, the fourth book in the international bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh.I'm saving you, six.Joey Lynch's life is falling apart. Obsessed with proving himself to the only person he's ever truly trusted, Joey fights to stay away from a world that could destroy his life. The odds are against him, but can he keep his head above water?Aoife is absolutely unwilling to give up...

Following Atticus: Forty-Eight High Peaks, One Little Dog, and an Extraordinary Friendship - Paperback

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by Tom Ryan (Author)Set against the backdrop of New Hampshire's White Mountains, a man and a dog embark on the challenge of a lifetime in this true story of love, loss, and the resilience of the human and animal spirit. After a close friend died of cancer, middle-aged, overweight, acrophobic newspaperman Tom Ryan decided to pay tribute to her in a most unorthodox manner. Ryan and his friend, miniature schnauzer Atticus M. Finch, would attempt to climb all forty-eight of New Hampshire's four-t...

Lionel Messi a Little Golden Book Biography - Hardcover

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by Roberta Ludlow (Author), Nomar Perez (Illustrator)Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Argentine professional footballer Lionel Messi! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages! Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time! This Little Golden Book Biography about the record-smashing star forward for Argentina, FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germ...

Nadia Comaneci and the Secret Police: A Cold War Escape - Paperback

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by Stejarel Olaru (Author), Alistair Ian Blyth (Translator)2024 Independent Publisher Book Awards Winner - Silver Medal, World History Nadia Comaneci is the Romanian child prodigy and global gymnastics star who ultimately fled her homeland and the brutal oppression of a communist regime. At the age of just 14, Nadia became the first gymnast to be awarded a perfect score of 10.0 at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games and went on to collect three gold medals in performances which influenced the spo...

Five Little Monkeys Play Hide-And-Seek - Paperback

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by Eileen Christelow (Author), Eileen Christelow (Illustrator)Mama's out dancing, and Lulu, the babysitter, is in charge. The Five Little Monkeys are supposed to go to bed, but they convince Lulu there's time for just one game of hide-and-seek first . . . and then another, and another . . . until they discover the ultimate hiding place. Lulu is frantic; where can those monkeys be? Vibrant, expressive illustrations in Eileen Christelow's signature style accompany a catchy rhymed text that's p...

Riding With The Swallows: A Story of Recovery and Discovery on the Transamerica Bike Trail

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Report copyright infringementby Richard A. Freeman (Author)Alcohol was a few shots, then a bottle, then a prison. When Rick was at his physical, emotional, and spiritual bottom, his brother called. "Don't leave your children a legacy of alcoholism and self-destruction. You know what that did to us. Leave them a legacy of recovery and hope." After connecting with AA and a couple of hard-won years of sobriety, Rick called his family and friends. "I've always wanted to ride a bike across the cou...

Iron Thread. Southern Shaolin Hung Gar Kung Fu Classics Series

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Report copyright infringementby Lam Sai Wing (Author), Andrew Timofeevich (Author)Southern Shaolin Hung Gar Kung Fu Classics Series Priceless Heritage of Southern Shaolin Inherited from the Past and Handed Down by Venerable Grandmaster Lam Sai Wing. Original edition: Hong Kong, 1957; translated from Chinese in 2002 - 2007. This method is the best for those who practice the Martial Arts. Thanks to this method, I myself could achieve my tutor Wong Fei Hung's results and Master Fei Hung could ac...

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Report copyright infringementby Rita Brown (Author)GYMNASTICS: HOW TO BE THE BEST TEAMMATE!A GYMNAST'S GUIDE TO TEAMWORK AND SUCCESS...AUTHOR: Rita Brown, Two Time Olympic CoachWhat Makes an Ultimate Teammate?Here are some qualities that define an ultimate teammate: Dependability: Show up to practice on time, be prepared, and give 100% effort every time. Your team needs to know they can count on you. Encouragement: Be the cheerleader your teammates need. Whether someone nails a skill or s...

Tai Chi Chuan Common Knowledge: The Definitive Textbook of Tai Chi Fundamentals

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Report copyright infringementby Renfeng Zhou (Editor), Peiyun Li (Translator), Kevin Else (Translator)Unlock the Secrets of Tai Chi ChuanDiscover the ancient wisdom of Tai Chi Chuan in this groundbreaking English translation of a 1978 Chinese martial arts classic. Written by Chinese experts after three years of extensive research and newly translated, this comprehensive guide unveils the secrets of Tai Chi for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.Clear explanations of Tai Chi's core pri...

The Way of the Samurai: Gilded Pocket Edition - Hardcover

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by Inazo Nitobe (Author)A luxurious hardback edition of the classic work The Way of the Samurai, presented with beautiful gold embossing and gilded page edges. To many people, the word samurai conjures images of menacing masks, long blades and elaborate armor. However, this classic text by Inazo Nitobe reveals the greater depths to samurai culture - they were not simply warriors but an aristocratic class who practiced literary and military arts in equal measure. Essential to this way of lif...

Breathe GOLF: The Missing Link to a Winning Performance

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Report copyright infringementby Jayne Storey (Author)This definitive work, written by a long-term teacher of eastern philosophy and practice, explores the relationship between breathing, the quiet mind and playing effortless golf, especially when under pressure. Drawing on a lifetime of meditation and Tai Chi, plus 18 years' research into the perfect golf shot, Breathe GOLF teaches you how to unite your mental game with your swing. With real-life student case studies and more than 50 unique...

Creepy Campfire Stories: Spine-Chilling Tales to Scare and Share

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Report copyright infringementby Darkness Prevails (Author), Carman Carrion (With)Dive into a world of eerie tales with this fully illustrated book of creepy campfire stories. Featuring a collection of chilling tales, Creepy Campfire Stories transports you to the very edge of reality and the paranormal, where phantoms and monsters lurk in the shadows, tracking your every movement. Hosts from Eeriecast, the popular horror podcast network, present spooky stories perfect for any campfire or spook...

Science of Swimming: Transform Your Stroke, Improve Strength, Revolutionize Your Training - Paperback

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by Brett Hawke (Author)Learn the science needed to perfect your stroke, swim faster, and endure for longer. Science of Swimming dives deeper than any other book to examine the muscle groups and bodily systems involved in being an effective swimmer; how they interact with the hydrodynamics of water resistance; and how you can apply this knowledge to streamline your technique and achieve your training goals. Each swim stroke is anatomized so you can analyze and adapt your stroke to swim smarte...

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Report copyright infringementby Phap Xa (Author), Phap Luu (Author), Jon Kabat-Zinn (Foreword by)Discover the joy of mindful walking and hiking, cultivate deep connection with the world around you, and ultimately embrace the path of happiness as a way of life A mobile monastery to stick in your pack whenever you go out on the trail, this book by veteran hikers and Buddhist monks Phap Luu and Phap Xa offers mindfulness practices to explore as you walk to generate inner and outer peace. Grounde...

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Report copyright infringementby El-Droubie (Author), Colin Gordon (Illustrator) Number of Pages: 24 Dimensions: 0.06 x 7 x 5 IN Publication Date: May 19, 2025

Tough Broad: From Bird-Watching to Base Jumping--How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age

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Report copyright infringementby Caroline Paul (Author)From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Gutsy Girl, a funny, inspiring, deeply researched exploration into the science and psychology of the outdoors and our place in it as we age-now in paperback. Caroline Paul has always filled her life with adventure: From mountain biking in the Bolivian Andes to pitching a tent, mid-blizzard, on Denali, she has never been a stranger to the exhilaration the outdoors can hold. Yet through it al...

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Authentic Shaolin Heritage. Training Methods of 72 Arts of Shaolin

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Report copyright infringementby Jin Jing Zhong (Author), Andrew Timofeevich (Author)The book "Training Methods of 72 Arts of Shaolin" by Jin Jing Zhong is devoted to the most enigmatic and little-known aspect of training of Shaolin monks. The book was written in 1934 with blessing and direct participation of the abbot of the Shaolin Monastery Reverend Miao Xing nicknamed "Golden Arhat", one of the best Shaolin fighters of all times. For the first time the book describes full training methods ...