Author: Paul Stiles Publisher: Crown Business ISBN: Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 344
Book Description
In the tradition of "Liar's Poker" comes a darkly comic tale of an amoral, profit-mad Wall Street. An outsider on the inside of financial giant Merrill Lynch, Paul Stiles witnessed financial history in the making, including the Orange County debacle. "Riding the Bull" is the story of what happens when an idealist grapples with the dark side of today's high-stakes financial marketplace.
Author: Jeffrey Johnstone Publisher: Triumph Books (IL) ISBN: 9781600783012 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
An inside look at the sport of bull riding, this book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the adrenaline-fueled phenomenon that’s enjoyed by more than 100 million television viewers yearly from around the world and the fastest-growing sport in America. The full-color action-packed images throughout capture the pain, fear, blood, and glory that is professional bull riding. Readers will experience the masterful rides, the horrendous falls, and the pure excitement with each turn of the page. From Adriano Moraes, Justin McBride, and Chris Shivers to Little yellow Jacket and Mossy Oak Mudslinger, all the favorite riders and bulls are included. Newcomers will find clear explanations and concise background on a growing sport that is guaranteed to thrill.
Author: John Hamilton Publisher: ABDO Publishing Company ISBN: 1624013430 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
This title introduces readers to bull riding, rodeo's most dangerous event. Readers will learn the rules of competition, such as how long a rider must stay on the bull and safety equipment such as leather chaps and helmets are covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author: Suzanne Morgan Williams Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1439156689 Category : Young Adult Fiction Languages : en Pages : 235
Book Description
All it takes is eight seconds . . . Cam O'Mara, grandson and younger brother of bull-riding champions, is not interested in partaking in the family sport. Cam is a skateboarder, and perfecting his tricks—frontside flips, 360s—means everything until his older brother, Ben, comes home from Iraq, paralyzed from a brain injury. What would make a skateboarder take a different kind of ride? And what would get him on a monstrosity of a bull named Ugly? If Cam can stay on for the requisite eight seconds, could the $15,000 prize bring hope and a future for his big brother?
Author: Marilyn Halvorson Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 1551432331 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 128
Book Description
Layne wants nothing more than to follow in his father's footsteps and to be a bull rider. His dad was one ride away from a National Championship when he got trampled to death. Layne wants to be able to give his dad that championship -- by winning it for him. What he doesn't want, though, is to end up like his father and die in the rodeo arena. When the chance comes, Layne realizes he must face up to his greatest fear. With the help of his friend Jana, and his bratty younger sister, Layne learns to reach deep inside and trust himself.
Author: Gail Hughbanks Woerner Publisher: ISBN: Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 328
Book Description
What started as an exhibition to entertain audiences has turned into the most popular--and dangerous--event in rodeo: bull riding. When a 150-pound man attempts to ride a two-ton bull with a killer instinct, it's not a matter of whether the rider will get injured, but when, and how badly. Covers bull riding from its beginning into the new millennium.
Author: Edward M. Yanis Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 296
Book Description
Yanis offers a simple, straightforward timing technique to show investors how they can improve their portfolio performance by doing one simple calculation every week.
Author: Hal Garrison Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP ISBN: 1538211114 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
Professional bull riding is one of the toughest sports out there. This exciting event pits man against bovine, strapping cowboys onto the backs of thousand-pound animals who don't appreciate the rider on their back. These cowboys travel around the country with bulls ready to buck them off at every turn. Fly off in the wrong spot and the bull might go after a rider. Readers learn how these amazing athletes stay safe while performing for crowds of thousands, and the skills it takes to ride like a pro.
Author: Paul Stiles
Author: Jeffrey Johnstone
Author: John Hamilton
Author: Suzanne Morgan Williams
Author: Marilyn Halvorson
Author: Jane Kubke
Author: Tex Mcleese
Author: Gail Hughbanks Woerner
Author: Edward M. Yanis
Author: Hal Garrison