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Author: Robert Lipsyte Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers ISBN: 9780689867415 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 0
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TY COBB. CHRISTY MATHEWSON. SHOELESS JOE JACKSON. BABE RUTH. LOU GEHRIG. JACKIE ROBINSON. JOE DIMAGGIO. MICKEY MANTLE. WILLIE MAYS. DUKE SNIDER. TED WILLIAMS. CURT FLOOD. ROBERTO CLEMENTE. HANK AARON. Their names echo through the halls of time and the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Their feats are legendary. They never quit, and they never backed down. They inspired generations of Americans to push themselves to do their very best. They were, and remain, the heroes of baseball. Hitting monster home runs, pitching perfect games, making impossible catches, and stealing home during the World Series -- these are the kinds of feats that turn baseball players into baseball superstars. But it takes more than great feats to become a hero of the game. Every generation needs its own heroes, and in each generation that need is answered differently. Heroes reflect the times and societies in which they live and work. The impact made by baseball's heroes affects the way our society perceives itself, as well as the goals we set for ourselves and for our nation. Award-winning sportswriter Robert Lipsyte presents his vision for who the heroes of the game are, and what they did to achieve their legendary status.
Author: Robert Lipsyte Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers ISBN: 9780689867415 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 0
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TY COBB. CHRISTY MATHEWSON. SHOELESS JOE JACKSON. BABE RUTH. LOU GEHRIG. JACKIE ROBINSON. JOE DIMAGGIO. MICKEY MANTLE. WILLIE MAYS. DUKE SNIDER. TED WILLIAMS. CURT FLOOD. ROBERTO CLEMENTE. HANK AARON. Their names echo through the halls of time and the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Their feats are legendary. They never quit, and they never backed down. They inspired generations of Americans to push themselves to do their very best. They were, and remain, the heroes of baseball. Hitting monster home runs, pitching perfect games, making impossible catches, and stealing home during the World Series -- these are the kinds of feats that turn baseball players into baseball superstars. But it takes more than great feats to become a hero of the game. Every generation needs its own heroes, and in each generation that need is answered differently. Heroes reflect the times and societies in which they live and work. The impact made by baseball's heroes affects the way our society perceives itself, as well as the goals we set for ourselves and for our nation. Award-winning sportswriter Robert Lipsyte presents his vision for who the heroes of the game are, and what they did to achieve their legendary status.
Author: Steve Scalise Publisher: Center Street ISBN: 1546076115 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 312
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The "gripping and inspiring" true story (Washington Examiner) of how Congressman Steve Scalise survived a political mass shooting and returned to Congress with the help of his friends, family, and faith. On the morning of June 14, 2017, at a practice field for the annual Congressional Baseball Game, a man opened fire on the Republican team, wounding five and nearly killing Louisiana congressman Steve Scalise. In heart-pounding fashion, Scalise's minute-by-minute account tells not just his own harrowing story, but the stories of heroes who emerged in the seconds after the shooting began and worked to save his life and the lives of his colleagues and teammates. Scalise delves into the backgrounds of each hero, seeking to understand how everyone wound up right where they needed to be, right when they needed to be there, and in possession of just the knowledge and experience they needed in order to save his life. Scalise takes us through each miracle, and each person who experienced it. He brings us the story of Rep. Brad Wenstrup, an Army Reserve officer and surgeon whose combat experience in Iraq uniquely prepared him for the attack that morning; of the members of his security detail, who acted with nearly cinematic courage; of the police, paramedics, helicopter pilots, and trauma team who came together to save his life. Most important, it tells of the citizens from all over America who came together in ways big and small to help one grateful man, and whose prayers lifted up Scalise during the worst days of his hospitalization. As we follow the gripping, poignant, and ultimately inspiring story, we begin to realize what Scalise learned firsthand in real time: that Americans look out for each other, and that there is far more uniting us than dividing us.
Author: David Velasco Publisher: ISBN: 9781520810881 Category : Languages : en Pages : 352
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* Bestseller in Spain * Second edition (November 2018) - This edition edited by Michael Reilly. Fast-paced and addictive, 'Heroes of Urowen' mixes the best of fantasy novels, videogames and role-playing games into an interactive tale of adventure. Travel to a land full of magic and powerful enemies, where every choice you make may help to improve your chance of success. Fight to the death, upgrade your armor, gain powerful weapons, learn spells, discover treasures, gamble, get drunk in a tavern or enjoy other adult pleasures - all this and much more can be experienced in the mythical Lands of Urowen, where the road to becoming a hero will be full of many surprises. Create your character, choose your race and profession, and live the adventure in a world full of dangers, where every action and every important decision will mark your future. 'Heroes of Urowen' is written in the style of classic gamebooks from the 80s, but incorporates a new and very exciting game system, totally upgraded and directed to an adult audience. Featuring elaborate rules that allow you to enjoy dynamic battles, use magical and special items, and play at five different difficulty levels, this is a gamebook where you truly live the adventure, becoming a hero of Urowen! Opinions published on Amazon.es: * Very addictive. * The best gamebook I've read in my life. * Pure role. * A 10 for the writer. * Excellent. * A great gamebook. I hope the author continues to write them. * If you like gamebooks, you have to have it. * I encourage the author to write more gamebooks like this one. Did you know that 'Heroes of Urowen' was the number one for sales in role-playing games at the popular Gigamesh Bookstore (Spain), and that David Velasco was featured in the TOP 20 of Gigamesh's bestselling books of 2012? Also, he was the only Spanish writer in that ranking, alongside authors such as George R.R. Martin, Terry Pratchett and Brandon Sanderson. This all happened during 2012 and was thanks to 'Heroes of Urowen' - now available in English. Website and social networks: www.david-velasco.net/english
Author: William Gibbons Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1351253182 Category : Music Languages : en Pages : 231
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Music in the Role-Playing Game: Heroes & Harmonies offers the first scholarly approach focusing on music in the broad class of video games known as role-playing games, or RPGs. Known for their narrative sophistication and long playtimes, RPGs have long been celebrated by players for the quality of their cinematic musical scores, which have taken on a life of their own, drawing large audiences to live orchestral performances. The chapters in this volume address the role of music in popular RPGs such as Final Fantasy and World of Warcraft, delving into how music interacts with the gaming environment to shape players’ perceptions and engagement. The contributors apply a range of methodologies to the study of music in this genre, exploring topics such as genre conventions around music, differences between music in Japanese and Western role-playing games, cultural representation, nostalgia, and how music can shape deeply personal game experiences. Music in the Role-Playing Game expands the growing field of studies of music in video games, detailing the considerable role that music plays in this modern storytelling medium, and breaking new ground in considering the role of genre. Combining deep analysis with accessible personal accounts of authors’ experiences as players, it will be of interest to students and scholars of music, gaming, and media studies.
Author: Jack Higgins Publisher: HarperCollins ISBN: 9780007349371 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 0
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The war in Europe is almost over, but on the Channel Islands a die-hard Nazi garrison holds on. English operative Owen Morgan must link up with an American force perilously unsuited to commando warfare, and elude a fanatical German officer.
Author: Jack Higgins Publisher: Thorndike Press ISBN: 9780745147727 Category : Adventure stories Languages : en Pages : 327
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English agent Owen Morgan and unprepared American troops try to dislodge a die-hard Nazi garrison and its fanatical leader from their entrenched fortifications in the Channel Islands.
Author: Kenny Abdo Publisher: Abdo Zoom-Fly ISBN: 9781644944165 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 144
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Press start and jump into action with today's most popular video game heroes like Super Mario, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Lara Croft! Thrilling spreads and exciting, simple text will delight young readers while they learn! Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
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