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Kevin Durant (Real Sports Content Network Presents)
By Real Sports Network. 2019
Learn about NBA superstar Kevin Durant in this book in a nonfiction series about your favorite athletes&’ childhoods and what…
(or who) helped them become the stars they are today!He&’s 6&’ 9&” with a wingspan of 7&’ 5&”, and everyone knows him as KD. He&’s a two-time NBA champ, two-time Finals MVP, and four-time Scoring Champ. He&’s Kevin Durant, and the NBA has never seen a player quite like him before. However, as impressive as the stats may be, what&’s even more impressive is the journey that Kevin Durant took to come to the NBA. Born in a suburb of Washington, DC, Durant quickly discovered basketball as a way off of the dangerous streets and out of a life of laboring for little reward. But he also learned that if he wanted to make it as a professional, he would need to work—and work hard! Durant wasn&’t afraid to do that and by high school he had become one of the best prospects in the thriving DC basketball scene. After a year of college, KD made the leap to the pros and he&’s never looked back. Learn all about the childhood that put him on the path to success in this fascinating biography.Great Hunting Rifles: Victorian to the Present
By Terry Wieland. 2018
In Great Hunting Rifles, firearms expert Terry Wieland leads the reader on a journey through the history of some of…
the most exquisite rifles made in the twentieth century.The rifles featured in the book, all personally owned by the author and described in loving detail, were chosen for their particular importance. Each rifle either represents a particular era of gun making, is historically important, or is simply a paragon of gun making skill. In his treatment of these special rifles, Wieland provides a close look at some individual guns that are superb in a unique way, and which illustrate high points of the twentieth century. Each chapter is dedicated to one particular rifle, and is accompanied by photographs of the author's own examples, including:James Woodward hammer double .450 Express 3 1/4" Holland & Holland hammer .500 Express 3 1/4" Haenel-Mannlicher bolt action .450 Ackley custom rifle Mannlicher-Schoenauer Model 1908 Savage Model 1899 Al Biesen custom .270 Winchester .505 Gibbs custom built on a Granite Mountain Mauser 98 And many more! Great Hunting Rifles is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the history of those few, special rifles that have made their mark on time.Bushcraft Illustrated: A Visual Guide (Bushcraft)
By Dave Canterbury. 2018
From Dave Canterbury—wilderness expert, New York Times bestselling author, and YouTube sensation—comes a fully illustrated guide to everything you need…
to know to hone your bushcraft, or wilderness survival skills, from types of shelter, to useful tools, to edible plants—and much more!Before you venture into the wilderness, learn exactly what you need to bring and what you need to know with this ultimate outdoor reference guide, by survivalist expert Dave Canterbury. Filled with more than 300 illustrations, Bushcraft Illustrated showcases the necessary tools and skills for an awesome outdoor adventure, including such as: Packs: Learn the different types and how to craft and pack your own. Cordage: Essential knot knowledge for outdoor survival. Firecraft: How to start a fire with a variety of materials. Trapping: Tips for catching small game. Plants: A catalog of edible plants to forage. …And much more! With its many helpful illustrations and detailed, easy-to-follow instructions, this illustrated Bushcraft guide is a must-have for the seasoned outdoor lover and adventure novice alike!Even If it Kills Me: Martial Arts, Rock, and Roll, and Mortality
By Donovan Blair. 2017
Benjamin Franklin Award SILVER WINNER - 2017 This is the true story of a rock and roll musician who takes…
up taekwondo at forty-one years old. Doni Blair, bassist for the Toadies, knows he’s past his physical prime, but he’s determined to push himself and pursue his dream of becoming a martial artist—even if it kills him. As a kid Doni was obsessed with ninjas and kung fu movies. He and his brother took up taekwondo—there was no ninja school in Sherman, Texas. Classes were expensive, especially considering their parents’ tenuous employment status and fondness for alcohol. The family lived like “white-trash gypsies,” Blair writes, adding that he got good at moving furniture at three in the morning. The Blair kids loved taekwondo, but the family just couldn’t afford classes. Doni walked away from martial arts. Thirty years later, he’s walking back. “I’m not a kid anymore,” he writes. “I’m a middle-aged man trying to come to grips with being a middle-aged man. I’m not as fast as I used to be. It takes longer for the injuries to heal. I have to eat more bran.” Doni discovers the road to black belt is rough and, well, weird. He meets martial seekers of every sort. He has run-ins with a teenage savant who seems determined to break the author’s leg. He drives a van full of seven-year-olds for the dojang’s after-school program. They puke everywhere. Even If It Kills Me is smart and funny, introspective and irreverent. It blends rock and roll and taekwondo—two of the coolest things in the world.Professional Wrestling and the Commercial Stage examines professional wrestling as a century-old, theatrical form that spans from its local places…
of performance to circulate as a popular, global product. Professional wrestling has all the trappings of sport, but is, at its core, a theatrical event. This book acknowledges that professional wrestling shares many theatrical elements such as plot, character, scenic design, props, and spectacle. By assessing professional wrestling as a neglected but prototypical case study in the global business of theatre, Laine argues that it is an exemplary form of globalizing, commercial theatre. He asks what theatre scholars might learn from pro wrestling and how pro wrestling might contribute to conversations beyond the ring, by considering the laboring bodies of the wrestlers, and analyzing wrestling’s form and content. Of interest to scholars and students of theatre and performance, cultural studies, and sports studies, Professional Wrestling and the Commercial Stage delimits the edges of wrestling’s theatrical frame, critiques established understandings of corporate theatre, and offers key wrestling concepts as models for future study in other fields.Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival (Bushcraft)
By Dave Canterbury. 2015
The ultimate resource for experiencing the backcountry!Written by survivalist expert Dave Canterbury, Bushcraft 101 gets you ready for your next…
backcountry trip with advice on making the most of your time outdoors. Based on the 5Cs of Survivability--cutting tools, covering, combustion devices, containers, and cordages--this valuable guide offers only the most important survival skills to help you craft resources from your surroundings and truly experience the beauty and thrill of the wilderness. Inside, you'll also discover detailed information on:Choosing the right items for your kit.Manufacturing needed tools and supplies.Collecting and cooking food.Protecting yourself from the elements. With Canterbury's guidance, you'll not only prepare yourself for any climate and situation, you'll also learn how to use the art of bushcraft to reconnect with nature in ways you've never imagined.EDIÇÃO DE BOLSO COM TAMANHO 4 "x 6" de Guia Rápido para as Regras de Golfe. As mudanças mais importantes em 30…
anos para as Regras de Golfe entraram em vigor em 1 de janeiro de 2019. Este Guia para as Regras de Golfe fornece uma visão geral clara e rápida das Regras do Golfe e as mudanças recentes que mais comumente entram em jogo quando você precisa de uma resposta rápida. Este livro aborda jogos de tacadas e partidas e é dividido em 7 seções: Antes de começar a partida, área de tee, área geral (fairway e rough, etc.), ajuda na generalidade, áreas de penalidade, bunkers e greens. Algumas regras são repetidas em várias das 7 seções para fácil referência. As próximas páginas, “RESUMO DAS REGRAS RÁPIDAS”, responderão à maioria das perguntas das regras em segundos, com mais informações mostradas na referência da página. Você não precisa se lembrar de todas as regras se mantiver este guia à mão ou em seu telefone para obter respostas rápidas para as perguntas das regras. Esta é a versão de bolso do nosso livro "Regras de Golfe:" Um Guia Rápido e Útil para as Regras de Golfe 2019. Golfe Feliz! Atenciosamente, Team GolfwellUm livro de auto-ajuda para superar o luto da mulher, para aprender a lidar com a morte de um ente…
querido, transformar a dor e voltar a receber a vida com alegria.Treble Triumph: My Inside Story of Manchester City's Greatest-ever Season
By Vincent Kompany. 2019
Vincent Kompany relives a spectacular and unique season for Manchester City, in which as club captain he led the Blues…
to a unique Treble success of Premier League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup triumphs. Told from his unique viewpoint, this is the definitive account of a remarkable campaign. After Manchester City had won the Premier League title in 2018, collecting a record number of points along the way, the pressure was on for them to go one better in 2019 - but instead they went two better, winning every single major domestic trophy, starting with the Community Shield. In this frank and compelling book, Kompany tells the dramatic story of Manchester City's record-breaking season. In the league, they faced a formidable challenge from Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool that went all the way to the final game of the campaign. He takes the reader behind the scenes, to give them an insight into how manager Pep Guardiola inspired them and came up with the right decisions at the right time; he explains what made his team-mates, from Aguero up front to Ederson in goal, so special; and, having scored a spectacular thunderbolt of a goal to virtually secure the title, he explains how and why he decided that the time had come to move on from the club he had adorned for more than a decade.Vincent Kompany is a club legend, and now he has delivered an account of a special season that will be treasured by City fans everywhere.Moon Los Cabos: With La Paz & Todos Santos (Travel Guide)
By Jennifer Kramer. 2017
Los Cabos is synonymous with luxury and relaxation, but the best of Baja starts just beyond the resorts. Dive into…
the real Mexico with Moon Los Cabos. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries, from four days of waves, tacos, and sunshine to a road trip through Baja Sur, along with the best beaches for relaxing, diving, snorkeling, and surfing Strategic advice for road-trippers, foodies, surfers, hikers, and moreTop activities and unique experiences: Explore mountain ranges, secluded beaches, and gorgeous waterfalls, or snorkel through pristine coral reefs. Drink margaritas in a beach-front cabaña, sip a cerveza from your hammock, or spot humpbacks, whale sharks, and sea lions. Savor the crispiest fish tacos, dance until dawn at a local favorite bar, or relax on the sand with a beach read Expert insight from local tour guide Jennifer Kramer, who's spent nearly 30 years immersed in Baja, on where to eat, how to get around, and where to stay, from beach bungalows to luxurious resortsFull-color photos and detailed maps throughout Reliable background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, as well as common customs and etiquette Handy tools including a Spanish phrasebook, packing suggestions, and travel tips for families with kids, seniors, travelers with disabilities, and LGBTQ travelersGo beyond the resorts and experience the best of Baja with Moon Los Cabos' practical tips and local insight.Hoping for más Mexico? Check out Moon Baja, Moon San Miguel de Allende, or Moon Mexico City.Moon Costa Rica (Travel Guide)
By Nikki Solano. 2019
Whether you're zip-lining through cloud forests, relaxing on a wellness retreat, or swimming with manta rays, discover the real pura…
vida with Moon Costa Rica. Inside you'll find:Flexible, strategic itineraries designed for backpackers, beach-lovers, adventure travelers, honeymooners, and more, including the best beaches for swimming, sunsets, and seclusionThe best spots for eco-friendly outdoor adventures like kayaking, hiking, and scuba-diving: Swim under a waterfall, raft over rapids, explore mysterious caves, and cliff-dive into river pools. Hike to the summit of Mount Chirripó, the highest point in Costa Rica, snorkel with sea turtles in warm turquoise water, or soak in a volcanic mineral poolUnique and authentic experiences: Admire the forest floor from the middle of a hanging bridge, or take an aerial tram to lake, volcano, and ocean views. Relax on a pristine beach and watch the sunrise with a cup of flavorful local coffee. Fill up on fried plantains at a traditional soda, and shop at a neighborhood mercado Insight from Cartago local Nikki Solano on how to experience Costa Rica like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, avoid crowds, and respectfully engage with the cultureFull-color photos and detailed maps throughoutBackground information on Costa Rica's landscape, history, and cultural customs, as well as volunteer opportunities Handy tools including a Spanish phrasebook, packing suggestions, and travel tips for disability access, solo travelers, seniors, and LGBTQ travelersWith Moon's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience Costa Rica your way.Exploring more of Central America? Check out Moon Belize.James, su vida
By Nelson Freddy Padilla. 2014
La biografía de uno de los mejores jugadores colombianos de fútbol de los últimos tiempos. Después de entrevistar a más…
de 60 personas entre amigos, familiares, entrenadores y jugadores cercanos a James Rodríguez, recoger decenas de fotografías desde su infancia y de recorrer sus pasos, Nelson Fredy Padilla, autor de este libro, logra reconstruir con la minucia de un detective privado la vida de un niño que muy rápido se hizo hombre y que hoy hace parte del más selecto grupo de jugadores de élite internacional. Este libro es la confirmación de que en el fútbol, a la perseverancia, al sacrificio y al talento innato a veces le siguen la fama y felicidad absolutas..La vida de James está llena de gloria y esfuerzo y por eso todavía sus amigos recuerdan el día que su profesor de matemáticas lo regañó y le dijo: 'Acuérdese de que tiene que educar se porque usted es el hombre de la casa. O es que piensa vivir del fútbol'. Ante lo que James respondió: 'Sí señor. Amo el fútbol y voy a vivir del fútbol'Punching Above their Weight: The Irish Olympic Boxing Story
By Sean McGoldrick. 2012
Ireland’s amateur boxing story is one of blood, sweat and tears – and not just in the ring. Ireland is…
one of the world’s leading nations in the sport. This is the inside story of a great tradition – a story of physical prowess, gritty determination, devastating defeats, sheer bad luck, infamous ‘he was robbed’ judging decisions, and the ultimate goal of Olympic glory. The boxers’ lives play out against a backdrop of the economic woes of the 1950s, the Northern Ireland Troubles, the fall of the Berlin Wall and the break-up of the Soviet Union. Sean McGoldrick shines a spotlight on Ireland’s ‘Medal Factory’, the sometimes-contentious High Performance Unit, which has nurtured Irish boxers on the road to winning seven Olympic medals. Punching Above Their Weight captures the rollercoaster ride of such legendary boxers and coaches as John McNally, Fred Tiedt, Barry McGuigan, Hugh Russell, Billy Walsh, Michael Carruth, Zaur Antia, Wayne McCullough, Paddy Barnes, Kenny Egan, Darren Sutherland, John Joe Nevin, and Katie Taylor, among many others. A countback of over seventy years of Ireland’s ‘sweet science’.Road to Gold: The Untold Story of Canada at the World Juniors
By Mark Spector. 2019
From bestselling author Mark Spector comes the behind-the-scenes story of the Canadian World Junior program&’s journey from obscurity to the…
international powerhouse that it is today.On the world junior hockey stage today, Canada is known as the team to beat. They hold the record for the most gold medals won (seventeen since the tournament&’s inception), their games draws millions of fans each year, and the tournament serves as a showcase for each year&’s best talent. But things weren&’t always so rosy. For years, Canada languished in obscurity at the World Juniors. Wearing the red-and-white wasn&’t a mark of honour but merely a sideshow to the players, owners resented the interruption to their league operations, and Canada was an afterthought at the tournament. Canada was supposed to be better at hockey than any nation on earth—how could the team languish in such obscurity? So, the team set out on a reclamation mission. The Program of Excellence was born, and with it, a new hope for hockey&’s future in Canada. No more would Canada be content with merely showing up. Instead, each year, the country would send its best talent—from Gretzky to Lemieux to Crosby to McDavid—to reclaim its spot at the top of the hockey world. Tracing the owner disputes, off-ice antics, and riveting on-ice action of nearly forty years at the World Juniors—and full of inside stories from hockey greats—this is hockey history as you&’ve never seen it before. Funny, smart, and clear-eyed, Mark Spector traces the remarkable rise of the Canadian World Junior program and shows how the World Juniors created not just a new team, but a new dream for the sport.The Last Stand of Payne Stewart: The Year Golf Changed Forever
By Kevin Robbins. 2019
From award-winning sports writer Kevin Robbins, The Last Stand of Payne Stewart is the story of legendary golfer Payne Stewart,…
focusing on his last year in the PGA Tour in 1999, which tragically culminated in a fatal air disaster that transpired publically on televisions across the country.Forever remembered as one of the most dramatic storylines in the history of golf, Payne Stewart's legendary career was bookended by a dramatic comeback and a shocking, tragic end. Here, Robbins brings Stewart's story vividly to life. Written off as a pompous showman past the prime of his career, Stewart emerged from a long slump in the unforgettable season of 1999 to capture the U.S. Open and play on the victorious U.S. Ryder Cup team. He appeared to be a new man that summer: wiser, deeper, and on the verge of a new level of greatness. Then his journey to redemption ended in October, when his chartered Learjet flew aimlessly for more than a thousand miles, ran out of fuel, and fell to earth in a prairie in South Dakota. His death marked the end of an era, one made up of "shotmakers" who played the game with artistry, guile, finesse, and heart. Behind them were Tiger Woods, David Duval, Phil Mickelson, and other young players whose power and strength changed the PGA Tour forever. With exclusive access to Stewart's friends, family, and onetime colleagues, Kevin Robbins provides a long-overdue portrait of one of golf's greats in one of golf's greatest seasons.KD: Kevin Durant's Relentless Pursuit to Be the Greatest
By Marcus Thompson. 2019
Golden State Warriors insider and bestselling author Marcus Thompson delivers the definitive biography of one of the most extraordinary basketball…
players in NBA history—Kevin Durant. The NBA has never seen a player quite like Kevin Durant. Larry Bird wasn’t as quick, Magic Johnson didn’t have such a range, and Michael Jordan wasn’t seven feet tall. Durant handles the ball like Allen Iverson, shoots like Dirk Nowitzki, and has the scoring instincts of Kobe Bryant. He does it in a body that’s about as big as Hakeem Olajuwon. But ultimately, Kevin Durant is like no one but himself. After an incredible first season with Golden State, Kevin Durant earned the coveted NBA Finals MVP award: he was the Warriors’ top scorer in every game of the 2017 Finals, helping the team snatch the title from LeBron James and the defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers. As a sports columnist for The Athletic Bay Area, and longtime beat reporter covering the Golden State Warriors, Marcus Thompson is perfectly positioned to trace Durant’s inspirational journey. KD follows Durant’s underdog story from his childhood spent in poverty outside DC; to his rise playing on AAU teams with future NBA players; to becoming a star and hometown hero for the Oklahoma Thunder; to his controversial decision to play for the NBA rival Golden State Warriors; to his growth from prodigy into a man, in the first true inside account of this superstar player. KD is a powerful, moving biography of a modern-day legend and an essential read for all sports fans—or anyone who wants to know: what’s it like to shoot for greatness?The Hunter
By Hugh Fosburgh. 2019
The Hunter, first published in 1950, is a lean novel in the Hemingway tradition that captures the essence of the…
big-game hunt. Set in the southern Rocky Mountains, the book focuses on Monk Taylor, living in semi-isolation with Billy Trott, a native, and a half-crazed old woman, only lives to track big-game while avoiding obligations to others, including the woman, Marge, who loves him. Monk agrees to guide two easterners on a lion hunt, but in a fit of rudeness, Monk ends the hunt but is soon himself lying injured and horseless in a gully. Saved, and brought back to Marge by Billy Trott, Monk fantasizes about marriage, but when he realizes he has nothing to give her or anyone else, he once again sends her away.The Sea My Hunting Ground
By Anthony Watkins. 2019
The Sea My Hunting Ground, first published in 1958, is Anthony Watkins’ account of his adventures as a commercial hunter…
of the basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus), the world’s second largest fish (after the whale shark). The book opens in the late 1930s with the author, no longer able to endure a dull clerkship in London, beginning a small fishing business on the west coast of Scotland. His prey, the basking shark, could be 30 feet long and weigh as much as 6 tons. Watkins recounts an early misadventure when, after harpooning a shark from his dinghy, the giant fish carried him 100 miles out to sea. But learning from his mistakes, Watkins gradually develops a successful fishing business catching and processing these now protected animals (protected in the UK and a number of other countries). Included are 15 pages of illustrations and 4 maps.El muerto
By Franco Pesce. 2019
Poderosa novela sobre la pérdida y el duelo de la mano de un nuevo escritor chileno. Tiago murió y ahora…
López relata su muerte, el momento en que su amigo se ahogó en el mar. Alguien lo escucha narrar esa escena y las que siguieron: el llamado a la familia con la noticia, el funeral sin féretro, la posible deriva del cuerpo en el agua: «En la playa seguían observando el agua, creyendo que Tiago podía vivir. No podía: había muerto». Obsesivamente y con lucidez tal vez despiadada, López repasa las esperanzas e ilusiones de los familiares y amigos del muerto desde una visión despojada de toda magia y autocompasión.Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands (Travel Guide)
By Bethany Pitts. 2019
Canoe through the Amazon, explore the bustling capital of Quito, snorkel in the Galápagos, or kick back on the coast:…
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands. Inside you'll find:Flexible itineraries for spending time in the Sierras, the Amazon, the coast, Quito, and the Galápagos IslandsStrategic advice for ethical travelers, adventure lovers, budget travelers, history and culture buffs, wellness seekers, and moreMust-see highlights and unique experiences: Hike through the Amazon rainforest, paddle across lily-covered lagoons, and spot camian, tapir, or pink river dolphins. Dive with hammerhead sharks in the Galápagos, cycle the epic waterfall route in Baños, and watch the sun rise over the peaks where the Amazon meets the Andes. Wander cobbled colonial streets and gaze up at snow-capped volcanoes rising from wildflower-strewn grasslands. Take a surfing lesson in Montañita, and relax on the beach with a mojito in hand How to ethically experience Ecuador like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, and respectfully engage with the indigenous communities, including those with shamanic traditions Expert insight from local author Bethany Pitts on where to eat, how to get around, where to stay, and how to avoid crowds Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Reliable background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, as well as health and safety advice, environmental issues, and common customs and etiquette Handy tools including a Spanish phrasebook, volunteer opportunities, packing suggestions, and travel tips for families with kids, seniors, travelers with disabilities, and LGBTQ travelersWith Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands' practical tips and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way.Exploring more of South America? Check out Moon Chile or Moon Colombia.