Author: Bill Pennabaker
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1524646083
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Can a woman make it to the major leagues? In this much anticipated sequel to the beloved book, The Ninth Man, Ninth Man II: The First Woman continues with the saga of Casey Collins, a female baseball player who is striving to become the first woman to make it to the major leagues. As Casey attempts to make history, she unintentionally ignites this generations battle of the sexes. The stakes are raised as a legion of young girls and women rally to support Casey in her quest, and her fear of letting down her girls far outweighs any fear of a 95-mph fastball. While the core cast from The Ninth Man remains, many new characters are introduced. Some are favorable to Casey; others are not. Included are a legendary pitcher straight out of a Leroy Neiman portrait, a woman from Nigeria with piercing eyes and a wit to match, and Tomasino Hawk, the major leagues only Native American player. Follow Casey Collins and this diverse cast of characters as the issues of baseball and life collide. As it was with The Ninth Man, Ninth Man II: The First Woman is about more than baseball. Much more.
Ninth Man Ii:
Author: Bill Pennabaker
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1524646083
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Can a woman make it to the major leagues? In this much anticipated sequel to the beloved book, The Ninth Man, Ninth Man II: The First Woman continues with the saga of Casey Collins, a female baseball player who is striving to become the first woman to make it to the major leagues. As Casey attempts to make history, she unintentionally ignites this generations battle of the sexes. The stakes are raised as a legion of young girls and women rally to support Casey in her quest, and her fear of letting down her girls far outweighs any fear of a 95-mph fastball. While the core cast from The Ninth Man remains, many new characters are introduced. Some are favorable to Casey; others are not. Included are a legendary pitcher straight out of a Leroy Neiman portrait, a woman from Nigeria with piercing eyes and a wit to match, and Tomasino Hawk, the major leagues only Native American player. Follow Casey Collins and this diverse cast of characters as the issues of baseball and life collide. As it was with The Ninth Man, Ninth Man II: The First Woman is about more than baseball. Much more.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1524646083
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
Can a woman make it to the major leagues? In this much anticipated sequel to the beloved book, The Ninth Man, Ninth Man II: The First Woman continues with the saga of Casey Collins, a female baseball player who is striving to become the first woman to make it to the major leagues. As Casey attempts to make history, she unintentionally ignites this generations battle of the sexes. The stakes are raised as a legion of young girls and women rally to support Casey in her quest, and her fear of letting down her girls far outweighs any fear of a 95-mph fastball. While the core cast from The Ninth Man remains, many new characters are introduced. Some are favorable to Casey; others are not. Included are a legendary pitcher straight out of a Leroy Neiman portrait, a woman from Nigeria with piercing eyes and a wit to match, and Tomasino Hawk, the major leagues only Native American player. Follow Casey Collins and this diverse cast of characters as the issues of baseball and life collide. As it was with The Ninth Man, Ninth Man II: The First Woman is about more than baseball. Much more.
Chin-Chin; Or, The Chinaman at Home
Author: Ki-tong Tcheng
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
Chin-Chin; Or, the Chinaman at Home is a portrait of the everyday lives and traditions of Chinese English citizens. Excerpt: "THE CHINESE HOME, RELIGIOUS AND NATIONAL FÊTES, THE FÊTE OF THE MOON, THE FEAST OF LANTERNS, THE FEAST OF THE TWO STARS, THE FEAST OF FLOWERS, NEW YEAR'S DAY, THE END OF THE YEAR."
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
Chin-Chin; Or, the Chinaman at Home is a portrait of the everyday lives and traditions of Chinese English citizens. Excerpt: "THE CHINESE HOME, RELIGIOUS AND NATIONAL FÊTES, THE FÊTE OF THE MOON, THE FEAST OF LANTERNS, THE FEAST OF THE TWO STARS, THE FEAST OF FLOWERS, NEW YEAR'S DAY, THE END OF THE YEAR."
A Sanskrit-English Dictionary ...
The Ninth Man
Author: Bill Pennabaker
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1410718573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Can a woman make it to the Major Leagues? Twenty-five year old Casey Collins is somewhat of an anomaly. She is the only woman playing mens minor league baseball. When a series of events causes Casey to jump two divisions from Class A to Class AAA, it puts her one step away from the majors, and places her on a national stage. Sparking a nationwide debate, it asks the question, Can a woman compete in a mans sport at this level? In a cross between Bull Durham and A League Of Their Own, follow this incredible young woman as she struggles to overcome politics, sexism and the athletic challenges of competing in a male dominated sport. The Ninth Man has it all action, humor, romance, as well as a collection of great one liners: "The term Baseball Player is not gender specific," "A womans place is at home home plate that is," and "Hasta La Baseball, Baby!" The Ninth Man is entertaining and uplifting, and presents a scenario that is sure to spark debate on whether a woman will someday cross the boundaries and make it to the major leagues. The Ninth Man its about more than baseball.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1410718573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Can a woman make it to the Major Leagues? Twenty-five year old Casey Collins is somewhat of an anomaly. She is the only woman playing mens minor league baseball. When a series of events causes Casey to jump two divisions from Class A to Class AAA, it puts her one step away from the majors, and places her on a national stage. Sparking a nationwide debate, it asks the question, Can a woman compete in a mans sport at this level? In a cross between Bull Durham and A League Of Their Own, follow this incredible young woman as she struggles to overcome politics, sexism and the athletic challenges of competing in a male dominated sport. The Ninth Man has it all action, humor, romance, as well as a collection of great one liners: "The term Baseball Player is not gender specific," "A womans place is at home home plate that is," and "Hasta La Baseball, Baby!" The Ninth Man is entertaining and uplifting, and presents a scenario that is sure to spark debate on whether a woman will someday cross the boundaries and make it to the major leagues. The Ninth Man its about more than baseball.
The Ancient Laws of Wales
Author: Hubert Lewis
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Constitutional history
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Constitutional history
Languages : en
Pages : 586
Book Description
A History of Agriculture and Prices in England
Author: James E. Thorold Rogers
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108036562
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 795
Book Description
This immensely detailed eight-piece compilation documents the fluctuating prices of agricultural produce in England between the thirteenth and eighteenth centuries. Volume 6 (from 1887) presents in tabular form data from 1583 to 1702, showing the prices of a range of products in towns and cities across the country.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108036562
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 795
Book Description
This immensely detailed eight-piece compilation documents the fluctuating prices of agricultural produce in England between the thirteenth and eighteenth centuries. Volume 6 (from 1887) presents in tabular form data from 1583 to 1702, showing the prices of a range of products in towns and cities across the country.
The Victoria History of the County of Bedford--Index to the Victoria History of the County of Bedford
Author: Herbert Arthur Doubleday
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bedfordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bedfordshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
The Gospel According to Luke
Employment and Earnings
Suzuki organ school
Author:
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
ISBN: 9780739041468
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The first classical organ method for children, the Suzuki Organ School is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzukis Mother Tongue Method. In order to develop pedal technique, pedal melodies are included between every manual piece. Non legato pieces contain small phonetic signs above the notes to indicate differentiated non legato playing. The CD, available separately, contains model performances of the repertoire contained in Volume 3.
Publisher: Alfred Music Publishing
ISBN: 9780739041468
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
The first classical organ method for children, the Suzuki Organ School is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzukis Mother Tongue Method. In order to develop pedal technique, pedal melodies are included between every manual piece. Non legato pieces contain small phonetic signs above the notes to indicate differentiated non legato playing. The CD, available separately, contains model performances of the repertoire contained in Volume 3.