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Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
Brief
Author: Inside Power
Author: Gary SheffieldPublisher: Three Rivers Press
ISBN: 0307352234
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
This above-average sports memoir is peppered with engaging on-the-field anecdotes, forays inside the competitive mind of a world-class athlete, and thoughtfully presented glimpses of the harsh, often uncaring world of big-time sports.
The Duck Hunter
Author: Ed BeckleyPublisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595211623
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
In 1939, John Steinbeck began his research for his novel the Grapes of Wrath at a farm labor camp outside Gridley, California. Fast forward to 1952. A beautiful young girl from this camp is found brutally murdered in a canal near Gridley. She is the daughter of the Coffey family who work the crops during the harvest season. They are unable to afford a decent burial for their daughter. The community shows little emotion or outrage over the death of Clara Coffey, except to place probable blame for her death on an African American man who had recently moved to the area with his family. Only a young Deputy Sheriff named Marlin Webster takes her murder seriously enough to pursue the few clues available as to her killer. Clara becomes almost an obsession with Webster that results in conflict with his love interest, Roxanne Travers, Sheriff Sam Cross and others who stand in his way to finding her murderer and bringing some dignity to her life. The story focuses on Webster’s investigation and the people and events he encounters, but also on a people and community where long held beliefs and prejudices that come into conflict with changing times die hard.
Cue
Author: The Chicken Runs at Midnight
Author: Tom FriendPublisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 031035207X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 289
Book Description
Discover the nearly unbelievable true story of how a goofy catchphrase spoken by a coach's dying daughter inspired the 1992 Pittsburgh Pirates in game seven of the National League Championship Series and later became a sign from heaven to a grieving family at the end of game seven of the 1997 World Series. As a Major League Baseball coach, Rich Donnelly was dedicated, hardworking, and successful. But as a husband and father, he was distant, absent, and a failure. He'd let baseball take over his life, and as a result, his family suffered--that is, until the day he received some harrowing news. "Dad, I have a brain tumor, and I'm sorry." These words from his seventeen-year-old daughter, Amy, turned his world upside down. Now, more than ever, he was determined to put his family first. The time they spent together in the months before Amy's death were moments that Rich and his family will treasure forever, but they'll especially remember the inside joke that became a catchphrase for not only the Donnelly family but also the Pittsburgh Pirates as they played in the National League Championship Series that year: "The chicken runs at midnight." This book shares the heartwarming story behind the odd catchphrase--and how it still lives on as a symbol for never giving up--and proves that God can work in any person's life, even despite their mistakes and failures. As you learn more about Amy's incredible story, you'll discover: The life-changing power of forgiveness How to find peace and joy in the midst of loss The gift of God's grace Weaving baseball history with personal memoir, this book is one that will make you thrill to victory, believe in hope, and stand up to cheer for what is good in people's lives. It reminds us that God can work in our lives even when we think it's too late to change--and sometimes he sends us signs from heaven, if we only have eyes to see. Praise for The Chicken Runs at Midnight: "The Chicken Runs at Midnight is a beautiful story of baseball, family, and faith. Tom Friend does a wonderful job of weaving these three themes together and telling you a story that will give you the chills. You will cry; you will laugh; and you will tell the story over and over again--just as I have." --Craig Counsell, manager of the Milwaukee Brewers "The Chicken Runs at Midnight is the kind of heartwarming story all of us need, not just baseball fans. In our loud, busy world, it's a poignant reminder of what is truly important." --Tom Verducci, bestselling author of The Yankee Years and The Cubs Way
USA Today Baseball Weekly Insider
Author: Gary GillettePublisher: Total Sports
ISBN: 9781892129024
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
There are a lot of ways to look at a baseball season; here's one that baseball fans must have. Written by Gary Gillette, one of the game's best known analysts, The Spy: Baseball '99 will mix provocative writing and revolutionary stats to give readers an insider's view of the upcoming season. Included are 30 team essays, with projections for lineup, rotations and bullpens for 1999 and beyond; scouting reports for hot prospects; top minor leaguers and more.Beyond the teams, The Spy: Baseball '99 will go into detail on the state of the game. Ground-breaking essays by Stuart Shea and David Lawson will examine timely issues important to fans.
Shift Work
Author: Tie DomiPublisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476782520
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
From hockey’s most prolific fighter comes a sports memoir unlike any other—passionate, funny, and candid, Shift Work chronicles Domi’s sixteen tumultuous seasons in the NHL. Making it through a single fight as an enforcer in the NHL is a sign of toughness. Making it through 333 of them is a mark of greatness. Whether it was on the ice or off it, Tie Domi was driven to be the best at his job and was gifted with an extraordinary ability to withstand pain. He made a career out of protecting the people around him and became known as someone who would stand up for the people who needed it most. Raised by immigrant parents in Belle River, Domi found success from an early age on the field and the rink. A gifted athlete in whatever sport he played, Tie eventually focused his sights on hockey. As he moved up the junior ranks, he made a name for himself as a player who was always ready to take on anyone who dared to cross his teammates. Tie’s reputation followed him into the NHL, and it wasn’t long before he ranked among the game’s most feared—and fearless—enforcers. From New York to Winnipeg to Toronto, Tie quickly became a fan favourite in whatever city he played. As he went about working his name into the record books, Tie surrounded himself with people from every walk of life, learning from each one as he evolved into a respected leader who was never afraid to tell it like it was. In Shift Work, Tie recounts the ups and downs of his life on and off the ice, showing what he has learned and how he has grown as both a player and a person. He offers insight into the most memorable points of his career, sharing his successes and mistakes with unparalleled honesty. Shift Work shows Tie Domi as he is—a devoted father and friend, a valued and loyal team player, a magnetic personality, and an athlete of immense skill and courage.
Billboard
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Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
In its 114th year, Billboard remains the world's premier weekly music publication and a diverse digital, events, brand, content and data licensing platform. Billboard publishes the most trusted charts and offers unrivaled reporting about the latest music, video, gaming, media, digital and mobile entertainment issues and trends.
Liberty
Author: History of Nintendo: Volume One (Console Gamer Magazine)
Author: Brian C ByrnePublisher: Console Gamer Magazine
ISBN:
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
This is the History of Nintendo, Volume One. 3-in-1 collection of Console Gamer Magazine with over 140+ full color pages of retro goodness. In this volume, we take a trip back to where it all began, deep diving into the Nintendo Entertainment System, then the Super Nintendo, and finally the Nintendo 64. Get a peek behind the scenes and read how the consoles were conceived, the difficulties Nintendo faced as well as showcasing a complete list of hardware and software launched for each console. From development kits and prototypes, to unreleased never seen before games and software, this truly is a 'must have' in the collection of any retro gaming enthusiast. This is the first Volume Collection in the Console Gamer Magazine series, and includes: - #01 History of the Nintendo Entertainment System. (NES) - #02 History of the Super Nintendo. (SNES) - #03 History of the Nintendo 64. (N64) What's inside?: - 3 Books in 1 (140+ pages of content) - Reviews, development stories, unreleased titles & more. - Beautifully designed book with 100's of images. - Complete hardware section. - Top 100 games of all time. Available in both digital & print. First published August 2019. Author: Brian C Byrne Language: English Only. Series: Console Gamer Magazine. Website: http://www.consolegamermagazine.com