Some Dumb Cliche About Death: A Prose Poem Memoir by Rollandsson Abel (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Some Dumb Cliche About Death is an adventurous prose poem memoir set in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Pummeled by grief over the loss of his vision, his father and his marriage, the author seeks solace deep in the woods. As he forages a new path forward, the forest shimmers with Magical Realism. He experiences a visitation from Woody Guthrie, invents his own brand of beer and chews on some ancient cherry Pop Rocks. All the while, Death tracks him every step of the way. Engaged in a real struggle for survival that only the mountains, Native land and a thunderstorm can offer, he emerges from his quest grateful to be alive. Some Dumb Cliche About Death was inspired in part by Charles Simic's poem 'Eyes Fastened with Pins', where 'Death' himself embodies a human character. This book is the second half of a prose poem memoir series. Each half stands alone and can be read in any order.

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Stretching for Seniors: Daily Mobility Exercises and Stretches to Increase Flexibility, Improve Posture, and Prevent Injury (Workouts for Men and ... by Scott Hamrick (19 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

? If you're a senior wanting to increase your flexibility, strength, and mobility, then keep reading... ? Are you a senior who dreams of reinvigorating your body and spirit? "Stretching for Seniors" is not just a book; it's a gateway to a more active, fulfilling life. ? ? Key Features: • Exclusive, Tailored Illustrations & Clear Guidance: This book contains custom-made images, meticulously designed to make each exercise accessible and enjoyable. • Revitalize Lost Strength: Discover gentle yet powerful methods to rebuild strength, perfectly suited for those who've taken a break from regular activity. • Mental Empowerment: Overcome mental obstacles and embrace a new zest for life. • Time-Efficient Routines: Invest just 15 minutes daily and witness remarkable improvements. • The Power of Stretching: Explore how regular stretching can enhance your daily life. • Pain Management Insights: Learn how strategic stretching can aid in managing discomfort associated with aging. • Four Versatile Workout Routines: Incorporate stretching into your daily routine with ease, whether it's morning, night, pre or post-workout. ? Embrace this opportunity to transform your golden years. Click "Add to Cart" now and start your journey to a more active, pain-managed, and fulfilling life with "Stretching for Seniors"! ???

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Slow Running: Running for fun: without going too far, too fast, too soon by Chris Bore (314 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

This book is about Slow Running. This is a short book with a simple theme: that running should be fun. Slow Running is about running for fun: enjoyably, sustainably and without injury: taking the time to enjoy being there and letting yourself feel what you are doing. Along the way you will learn to run more lightly, to feel better as you run, to listen to your body, to pace yourself naturally, and to vary your style and pace and stride to suit the day, the path, and how you feel. Slow Running lets you focus: on what you are doing, where you are, how you feel. It lets you be there, in the moment, being active, out in the world, being part of it. It also helps you avoid injury, build a firm base of running miles, and develop a lighter, stronger running style: but these benefits are secondary to the main point: Slow Running is fun.

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Pickleball Basics -The Essential Guide for Every Family: Effortlessly Dive into Play and Bond Even if You’ve Never Held a Paddle Before by James Stuart (86 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Discover why pickleball is America's fastest-growing sport - start playing in just 5 minutes... all while forging close family bonds and building unforgettable memories! Are you looking for an exciting game that your whole family can take part in - regardless of their age or fitness level? Keen to play a ball sport that doesn't require you to fork out hundreds on expensive equipment? One that doesn't take hours of lessons or put as much strain on your body as tennis and many other racquet sports do? Then you may have already stumbled upon your ideal sport: pickleball. Pickleball is a fast-paced sport that hones the quickness of your hand and your reflexes, but it has the added bonus of being strategic - which makes it a little bit like playing chess on a court! Anyone can play it - even those who've never played tennis or picked up a paddle or racquet in their lives. Because the court is much smaller than tennis courts, it's ultra-sociable - you remain close to your opponents throughout the game. And if you've always found sports like tennis to be too challenging... or to require too much running around... know that this limit doesn't apply in pickleball. Nothing's stopping you but yourself - it's time to get out there and play! To get started, this book has all the information you need to play competitive, action-packed games with your family from Day One. Inside, you will discover: • How pickleball started - the story of visionary friends who decided to invent an activity that their whole family could take part in • Equipment essentials - how to find the perfect paddle without breaking the bank, ensuring it has the right grip size and other key features • Everything you need to play the game right - including rules, scoring, and vital on-court strategies such as timing your steps and finding your opponent's weak spot • Beginners' strategies, including serves, positioning, winning double tactics, and more • Perfecting your game - how to ...

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Grinders Find A Way: A Runner's Story by Matthew Balleza (150 Reviews)    Price verified 19 minutes ago

A page-turning saga of heart, sweat, and determination, where the underdogs rise to the occasion and prove that when you're a grinder, you always find a way. In the fiercely competitive world of high school cross country, the Loyola High men's team is a force to be reckoned with. But they are about to face their greatest test yet. At the center of this riveting tale is Paul, the prodigious protege of a coach whose name is synonymous with greatness. With dreams of glory and a heart full of ambition, Paul's every step is driven by the pursuit of excellence. When their legendary coach suddenly departs, the team is left adrift, struggling to find their footing, and Paul begins to unravel, pushing himself to the brink of self-destruction. The team, once inseparable, splinters into factions, torn apart by clashing ambitions. Enter Coach Cal, a newcomer with unconventional methods, and Felix, the lightning-fast transfer who threatens to dethrone Paul as the team's star. As rivalries ignite and secrets simmer, a dark cloud looms overhead in the form of a school doping scandal. Grinders Find A Way is a mesmerizing story of guts and glory, where the pursuit of perfectionism is a double-edged sword, and the race isn't just about running fast; it's about discovering who you truly are. Amidst the electrifying energy of the starting line, this tale weaves together the drama of high school life, the yearning for greatness, and the intoxicating romance of running. Will Paul overcome his demons? Can the team come together and recapture their former glory? Or will their dreams be left in the dust as they navigate the tumultuous journey of high school, running for redemption and the chance to etch their names in the annals of cross country history? This is a story that will keep you turning the pages, one breathtaking stride at a time.

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One-Pot Meals Camping Cookbook: Quick and Easy One-Pot Recipes for Soups, Stews, Pasta, Rice, Beans and More (Camp Cooking) by Louise Davidson (63 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Make your next camping trip unforgettable with delicious, no-fuss one-pot meals prepared in a cast iron Dutch oven! Download FREE with Kindle Unlimited If you have ever been camping -- or even thought about going camping -- chances are that you have a mental image of campfire cuisine. Juicy grilled hotdogs and gooey toasted marshmallows, right? But you may also be wondering if that's all there is because, after several days in the wilderness, you'll probably be craving something a little more nutritious, diverse, and flavorful. The good news is that your culinary options at the campsite aren't as limited as many people assume. There are many different outdoor cooking options to explore, and the Dutch oven (or cast iron cooking, as it's also called) is one of the best. Dutch ovens have been around for hundreds of years. In fact, they were the primary means of cooking for European settlers of North America. Their sturdiness and durability made them ideal for cooking out in the elements, but the true beauty of cast iron Dutch oven cooking is the even heat distribution, which makes preparing even the most finicky of dishes a breeze. With your Dutch oven, you will be able to create an incredible range of one-pot meals from breakfast to desserts. Within the pages of this cookbook you will find everything that you need to expertly craft an array of campfire Dutch oven dishes. In this cookbook, you will learn to cook like the pioneer did and know all there is to know about cooking with a Dutch oven in the great outdoors! It's easy and healthy. Inside you will find: ? Everything you need to know about cooking with a cast iron Dutch oven in the great outdoors including: ? How to choose your cast iron Dutch oven ? How to season, clean and cook with a Dutch oven at the campsite ? How to prep early to make camping more fun ? How to prepare your Dutch oven meal in no time ? How to use coals to easily cook your meal, ? How to control your Dutch oven ...

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Camping Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to Camping For Beginners by Thomas Kelley (19 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

If you have never been on a camping trip before, don't worry. With the Camping Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to Camping for Beginners, you won't have to fret about taking a trip into the great outdoors. With this ultimate guide to camping for beginners you will learn all of the necessary basics from finding delicious camping recipes to make, to learning camping for beginners and what kind of common camping mistakes you wish to avoid. There is no other camping cookbook that is packed full of delicious camping recipes than the Camping Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to Camping for Beginners. In the camping cookbook you will find everything that every new camper needs in order to survive in the woods including some of the most mouthwatering camping recipes that you will ever find. With this guide you will never be alone and will be able to take a break from reality like you deserve.

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Balance Exercises for Seniors: The Ultimate Fall Prevention Guide with Simple Home Workouts for Improving Stability, Mobility, and Posture (Workouts ... by Scott Hamrick (32 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

? Rediscover Your Youthful Balance and Embrace a Life Free of Limits! ? Are you yearning for the stability and confidence you once had? As we age, losing muscle mass can shake our balance and, with it, our independence. Fear not! Our transformative guide offers a beacon of hope, empowering you to reclaim control over your body and life! ? Inside, you'll embark on a rejuvenating journey with: • Safe and easy-to-follow exercises with custom-made, exclusive images, adaptable for chair or standing positions. • Simple balance tests, like the toe-touch challenge, to track your progress. • Nutritional insights for muscle maintenance, vital for enhancing balance. ? Experience Amazing Benefits: • Feel rejuvenated, as if turning back the clock on your body's capabilities. • Reduce fall risks and evenly distribute weight, ensuring symmetrical body balance. • Embrace an active lifestyle with exercises that can help mitigate chronic disease symptoms. • Say goodbye to costly gym memberships and embrace the convenience of home workouts. • Discover the power of diet in muscle development, particularly the role of protein. • Learn tips to slow down the aging process, giving you a competitive edge in life. ?? Tailored for seniors but invaluable for all ages, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge and practical advice. It addresses challenges unique to seniors, from managing chronic conditions to adapting exercises for those with mobility restrictions. ? Transform how you move, think, and feel about your body. This book isn't just about exercises; it's about reigniting a zest for life! ? Don't let balance issues dictate your life! Click the "BUY NOW" button and step confidently towards a balanced, joyful future! ?

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Karate for Mental Health by Les Bubka (3 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"Karate for Mental Health" by Les Bubka, a renowned Karate practitioner and pioneer in the field, is an exceptional book that delves into the transformative power of Karate in fostering mental well-being. Through a captivating blend of historical insights, personal accounts, and expert interviews, Bubka, a prominent figure in the British Karate community, paints a vivid picture of how Karate has become an invaluable tool for individuals coping with various mental health challenges. One of the book's strengths lies in Les Bubka's meticulous exploration of the history of the "Karate for Mental Health" project, a movement he spearheaded with unwavering passion. With his deep knowledge of Karate and mental health, Bubka provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of how this initiative originated and evolved over time. Through his pioneering work, he has tirelessly advocated for the use of Karate as a means to empower and uplift individuals facing mental health struggles.

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North East Nooks and Crannies by Mark Abel (2 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

From Scarborough to Newcastle, North East Nooks and Crannies picks out the unexpected treasures tucked away or often overlooked in the historic towns and villages of the region. It provides locations and details of forgotten or half seen attractions in an easy to use guide and is ideal to refer to when out and about. Whilst intentionally avoiding the usual tourist haunts, it concentrates instead on the more obscure items, all of which are free to see. All of the places featured in the book can be accessed without crossing muddy fields and aim to provide an enjoyable form of exercise, with hopefully, a little mental stimulation. No expensive clothing is required, though suitable footwear is advisable and a copy of the relevant street map may be useful.

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Conservation Jobs: The Step-by-Step System to Get Hired as a Wildlife Conservationist by Conservation Careers (2 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Do you want to work in wildlife conservation? Are you struggling to get interviews for conservation jobs? Read the ultimate guide to producing successful CVs, Resumes and Cover Letters by Conservation Careers. Whether you're applying for your first professional experience or shifting careers into conservation, this step-by-step guide will help you write a killer application designed to get you an interview. In it you'll learn: > The 10 key steps to the application process? From deciding to apply through to submitting your application. > How to create stand-out applications? With real-life examples of before and after applications. > Which CV or resume style is right for you? Using a series of templates and examples to help you choose. Throughout the guide you'll find exercises, tips and links to extra resources. You can work through the guide from beginning to end, or jump to the sections you need most. BONUS Get free access to Conservation Careers' Free Video Training Series: How to Get a Conservation Job. Learn how to quickly and easily start your career as a professional wildlife conservationist with Conservation Careers.

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Judo and BJJ Boxset: The Ultimate Guide To Beginning Judo & The Ultimate Guide To Beginning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu by Jeff McCall (10 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Beginning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Guide Getting started in Brazilian jiu jitsu can be daunting. But training martial arts is one of the most beneficial things I've ever done, mentally and physically, but getting over the beginner's hump was where a chunk of those benefits come from. Thankfully the Internet now allows us to learn more easily from those who came before us. Here is what you will learn in Beginning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Guide • What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? (An Introduction) • Why Train BJJ? • What should I look for in a good BJJ gym? • What happens in a typical BJJ class? • Is BJJ right for Women? • How should I wash my gi? • How often should I train BJJ, as a beginner? • Is BJJ just a sport, or will it teach me self-defence? • I'm really out of shape: Do I need to get fitter before starting BJJ? • What are the belt ranks in BJJ? • I'm getting frustrated with my lack of progress: how can I overcome this? • I get tired quickly when sparring: what can I do? • I'm scared of sparring what should I do? • How do I avoid injuries in BJJ? • I'm worried about getting cauliflower ear. How do I avoid it? • PLUS a Guide To Rolling (Sparring) Beginning Judo: The Ultimate Guide Getting started in Judo can be a daunting process. But training martial arts is one of the most beneficial things I've ever done, mentally and physically, but getting over the beginner's hump was where a chunk of those benefits come from. Thankfully the Internet now allows us to learn more easily from those who came before us. Here is what you will learn in Beginning Judo: The Ultimate Guide • What is Judo? • What is the English translation or the meaning of the word Judo? • What is the purpose in learning Judo? • What are the main principles in learning Judo? • Where did Judo come from? • What is the difference between Judo and Traditional Jujitsu? • What is the difference between ...

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Foraging: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Foraging Wild Edible Plants & Medicinal Herbs by Jerry Langford (34 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Lets go Foraging! Have you been wanting to go foraging, but don't really know how or think it's to hard to learn? Then this book is for you. Foraging sometimes referred as Wildcrafting can be just for fun, a hobby or even for the purpose of actually harvesting edible plants for their medicinal properties. Maybe your even interested in improving your health and diet with eating organic medicinal plants. This book is great for the beginner forager who wants to learn how to find wild edible plants, safely pick them, learn how to consume them and the many health benefits of eating wild medicinal plants. In this book you will learn... ~What plants are safe to eat so you don't get sick ~The benefits of foraging wild edible plants ~How to harvest each part of the plant ~The different ways you can use edible flowers ~How to store, consume, prepare & eat your finds ~Plants to avoid ~Safety rules ~Growing plants in your garden ~Plant edibility testing ~Harvesting food for foraging ~Recipes for preparing wild edibles ~What flowers and weeds you can eat ~The best medicinal recipes and so much more... This is truly the Ultimate Guide to Foraging Wild Edible Plants & Medicinal Herbs. This book has it all, even tons of pictures just for you.

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Overtime: Basketball, Faith and the Journey of a Lifetime by Greg Hayes (4 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Thirteen strangers. Six weeks. Three countries. One mission. This is the story of Athletes in Action-USA, a basketball team that competed in the summer of 1983 for a country and a Kingdom. With renewed and deepened brotherhood, team members reunite to tell of wins and losses on the court, and challenges and triumphs off the court. Fun and poignant stories include an epic six-game series against the Mexican national team, celebrity status in Peru, one of the greatest volleyball matches ever, an amazing Michael Jordan block, Brazilian hospitality, an '84 team competing behind the Iron Curtain,... and lives being changed forever. Go into "Overtime" with a special team and its journey of a lifetime.

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Amateur Espionage : Spy Skills for Everyday Life (The Archangel Intelligence Series Book 3) by P.J. Agness (10 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

You might not be a super-spy, but you can use their skills, their tradecraft, and their methods to give you the edge you need to operate like an elite secret agent.

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Narrowboat Nomad : Embracing the Wandering Lifestyle on UK Waterways by Harry Holland (14 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Discover the captivating world of living on the waterways of the United Kingdom with "Narrowboat Nomad: Embracing the Wandering Lifestyle on UK Waterways." Harry Holland, an expert in narrowboats and a seasoned adventurer, invites you to embark on a remarkable journey that delves into the heart of nomadic living. In this thought-provoking and immersive book, you'll explore the allure of life on a narrowboat, uncovering the benefits of embracing a nomadic existence along the picturesque canals and rivers. With firsthand expertise and genuine passion, Harry shares invaluable insights into choosing the right narrowboat, navigating legalities, setting up your floating nest, and mastering the art of steering through locks. From connecting with the vibrant canal community to managing energy resources and staying connected in the digital age, each chapter is a treasure trove of practical advice and authentic anecdotes. Discover scenic routes, weather the seasons, and savor the joy of cooking aboard your floating haven. Engage with the rich cultural heritage of the canal-side communities, explore local traditions, and support artisans along the canals. Harry's narrative prowess comes alive as he offers guidance on educating boat-traveling children, capturing memories through photography and storytelling, and dealing with challenges and emergencies with resilience. As you transition back to land, his wisdom will help you evaluate your next steps while preserving the lessons and memories of your extraordinary journey. In the final chapters, "Narrowboat Nomad" offers profound reflections on embracing a minimalist mindset, immersing yourself in local culture, and forever carrying the spirit of a nomad at heart. Whether you're a dreamer, an adventurer, or simply seeking inspiration, Harry's words will resonate deeply, encouraging you to explore the nomadic lifestyle and the endless possibilities it holds. Harry Holland is a seasoned narrowboat enthusiast, experienced in ...

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ChatGPT Nomad: Van Life Across Europe by Harry Holland (4 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Embark on a journey that blends the romance of nomadic living with the cutting-edge world of AI technology. In "ChatGPT Nomad: Van Life Roaming Europe," author Harry Holland takes you on a captivating expedition across the diverse landscapes of Europe, where digital nomadism meets the open road. Join Harry as he navigates through picturesque landscapes, charming towns, and bustling cities, all while living the van life dream. With ChatGPT as his trusted companion, he unravels the secrets of sustainable living, harnesses the power of technology for remote work, and discovers the charisma code that makes every encounter an enriching experience. Unveiling the Nomadic Dream: Experience the allure of van life as a passport to freedom, independence, and self-discovery. Discover the trends shaping the world of digital nomadism and how technology has reshaped the way we work, travel, and connect. Crafting an Enriching Journey: Explore the art of choosing the right vehicle and equipping your mobile office for seamless work on the go. Traverse European roads with ease, guided by practical tips for navigation and finding ideal campgrounds. AI-Powered Adventure: Learn to leverage ChatGPT as your co-pilot, helping you plan routes, break down language barriers, and uncover hidden gems in each corner of Europe. From Passion to Profit: Delve into the realm of online income generation, from crafting compelling content that captivates audiences to monetizing your unique knowledge through virtual guiding, consulting, and more. Cultural Immersion: Embrace cultural differences and navigate diverse customs respectfully. Discover how technology can bridge gaps and foster meaningful connections with locals. Sustainability at Heart: Uncover eco-friendly practices for reducing your environmental footprint, transforming your van life into a journey that treads lightly on the planet. Capturing Memories: Master the art of documenting your journey through captivating photography, ...

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THE CHESAPEAKE TODAY August 2014 All Crime, All the Time by Huggins Point Publishing (2 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

All Crime All The Time in the Chesapeake Bay region of Maryland, Virginia and Delaware

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By Heart & By Soul (Hooves & Hearts) by Hannah E. Carey (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Fake it till you make it, right? Meg Beckett has packed up everything she has, which isn't much, and left her life in Georgia behind for a new start in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. She knows how lucky she is to have gotten a job at Heart & Soul Ranch; just like she knows she can't afford to lose it. But Meg hasn't been entirely honest with her new employer. Her horse experience isn't nearly as extensive as she talked it up to be and it doesn't take her long to realize that she's in way over her head. There's no way she's going back to the dead end future she left behind, but she'd better learn fast if she doesn't want to find herself out of a home and a job. Heart and Soul Ranch is her escape, but will her past catch up with her? By Heart & By Soul is a prequel novella in the Hooves & Hearts Series.

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Life on the Mississippi by Mark Twain (2,590 Reviews)    Price verified 19 minutes ago

A stirring tribute to America's mightiest river by one of its greatest authors Before Samuel Clemens became Mark Twain, world-famous satirist and the acclaimed creator of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn, he trained to be a steamboat pilot on the Mississippi River. In this captivating memoir and travelogue, Twain recounts his apprenticeship under legendary captain Horace Bixby, an exacting mentor who teaches his charge how to navigate the ever-changing waterway. The colorful details of life on the river -- from the reversals of fortune suffered by riverboat gamblers to the feuds waged by towns seeking to profit from the steamboat trade -- fascinate Twain, and in his hands become the stuff of legend. Years later, as a passenger on a voyage from St. Louis to New Orleans, he vividly describes the stunning changes wrought by the Civil War and the steady advance of the railroads. A valuable piece of history and a revealing look at the origins of a national treasure, Life on the Mississippi is a true classic of American literature. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.

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RESISTANCE: BOOK 1 LIBERTY by EILIDH MCGINNESS (269 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Bravery, courage, fear, treachery and love in a time of war. A chance meeting draws Sabine Faure into the shadowy world of the French Resistance. Whilst acting as courier she meets four youths of her own age who wish to also join the Resistance. She is drawn to one in particular, Hérisson, who becomes her lover. Family loyalties are stretched to the limits as Sabine's family try to navigate safely through the occupation. Set in Dordogne in South-west France during World War II, the friends' relationships and strengths are tested to the limits as life changes in horrific ways, The friends find themselves facing frightening situations and responding in ways they never thought possible as bravery and resistance take different forms in each of their actions. Vivid and powerful in its illumination of a time and place filled with atrocities but also humanity and extraordinary bravery, Eilidh McGinness's novel will evoke readers to ask - what would I have done? The novel is the first part of a trilogy set in south-west France during WW2, and is essentially a family saga.

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The Mental Game of Tennis: Peer Instruction for Junior Players (An Edition Specifically Written for Junior Girls Book 1) by Kyara Sutton (11 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Choosing to embark on the tennis journey has lifelong benefits. Tennis is an individual, elite sport. Participation in the game of tennis breeds leaders. Finding a way through a tough opponent even though you're having a bad day is persistence. Staying in the right side of your brain even when things are clearly not going well is persistence. Staying engaged until the very last point is persistence. Design a plan of action, a focal point for each day's practice session. By far, the most important issue is playing their game. That means exposing your strengths, hiding your weakness and running your best patterns to perfection. In essence, it's about pulling the opponent into your best style of tennis. Small adaptations, as well as complete different tactical approaches, are needed to be developed. Let's first take a look at what mental training actually is. Mental, emotional training is the practical application of finding solutions to common pitfalls. We often hear, "I have trouble closing out a 5-2 lead", "I play terrific in practice but horribly in matches", "I can't beat a moonball, pusher", "I can't handle cheaters!", "I have trouble focusing for the whole match!" Mental, emotional training focuses on solving these issues. You may be hesitant and a bit unclear about the role of mental or emotional training. This type of instruction involves more than simple fundamental stroke production. Developing the "hidden" skill set within your game is crucial for peak performance. It is a myth that only players with abnormal behavioral problems need mental or emotional guidance.

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Open Water: Tips and Advice For Taking Your First Scuba Diving Class by Anton Swanepoel (8 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Advice And Tips On Taking Your First Scuba Diving Class Are you thinking of taking your first scuba diving class? Do you want to know the different ways you can take your open water course? Are you unsure of what to bring to your class? Want to know what to expect in your training, such as skills needed to complete and how long training takes? Read on... Completing an open water course opens the door to a whole new adventure. However, not knowing what to expect can cause you needless worries. Not being prepared for your class can cause you from unexpected delays, extra expenses, to not being able to compete the class. Anton Swanepoel has been an instructor for 14 years, and worked in the Cayman Islands for 7 years as a technical scuba diving instructor. As a full tri-mix instructor, he has trained from kids on sassy units to divers on twins and mix deco gasses. Working at a popular dive resort, he has seen his fair share of unprepared students. To help prepare people interested in doing their first scuba diving course, he has penned this text. Inside Open Water You Will Discover: • 3 Ways to take your open water course. • Tips for what to take to the class. • Tips for gear purchase. • The 10 skills almost all agencies will require you to complete. • And more... If you are thinking of doing your first scuba diving course, then This Book Is For You. Scroll Up and Get Your Copy Now

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51 QUESTIONS FOR THE DIEHARD FAN: LOS ANGELES DODGERS by Ryder Edwards (8 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The Dodgers won World Championships in Brooklyn and LA during the same decade and boast a devoted fan base on both coasts and all points in between; and today, thanks to past stars like Fernando Valenzuela and Chan Ho Park, that fan base is spread the world over. Every Major League team has a history -- but this is the franchise of Jackie Robinson. Every Major League team has players they call "heroes" -- but with Robinson you can drop the emphasis: he's truly an American icon, American hero, baseball legend, and Dodger great. This is the franchise of Walter Alston, Leo Durocher and Tommy Lasorda; Walter O'Malley, Larry MacPhail and Branch Rickey; the timeless calls of Vin Scully; and no fewer than 43 Hall of Fame players who spent a portion of their careers with the Dodgers. You can't tell the story of baseball's history without the Dodgers. This trivia book is intended to help diehard Dodger fans celebrate their beloved team. It's been a long time since April 21, 1890, when the franchise recorded its first official victory in the National League -- but 124 years and 10,000 wins later the team is still going strong, still producing great players and historic moments. Enjoy the trivia, Think Blue, and have fun reminiscing.

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The Second Fly Caster: Fatherhood, Recovery and an Unforgettable Tournament by Randy Kadish (Saw Mill River Press) (44 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

From The Second Fly Caster: When I was a boy I thought my father was the greatest fly caster on earth, so I grew up dreaming of following in his way and not of becoming, as my mother wanted, an accountant. Today, I am a man who often relives the important events in my life, but when I think back to the five state casting tournaments my father won, most of their images and sounds have melted and flowed into downstream memories, except for the images and sounds of one special tournament. Instead of fading over time, they ripened in my mind in more than just a visual way, and now they are almost as vivid as the moments of today... e-Story Description: Erik, a young boy, is proud that his father, the winner of several state championships, is probably the greatest long distance fly caster on earth. But then a threatening prelude and an unexpected outcome of a casting tournament leave Erik reeling with unanswered questions about what once seemed to be only a sport. These questions linger and then, years later, deepen when Erik's idealistic plans and actions are crushed when he experiences combat in the Vietnam War. He struggles, unsuccessfully, with his demons, until a seemingly accidental discovery lead him back to the ways and new meanings of fly casting. Through their prism Erik learns to see himself and the world in a forgiving light.

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The very Worst Riding School in the World by Lucinda E Clarke (288 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Who would be stupid enough to open and run a riding school when they are terrified of horses, can't ride, without insurance or capital, and with not the faintest idea of how to care for horses. Add to that, two of the four horses are not fit for the knacker's yard. Yes, that's exactly what I did - like so many of my adventures I 'fell' into this one as well with hilarious results.

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MAX by Barry Friedman (Lulu.com) (21 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Is it a plane? Is it a bird? Is it Superman? No, it's Max Aries. Max, a skinny redhead, wanders on the practice field of the fictitious Rams pro football field, talks his way on to the team, and takes the mediocre Rams all the way to the Super Bowl. Max is out of this world. Literally.

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Mom’s Favorite Reads eMagazine March 2021 by Goylake Publishing (Goylake Publishing) (25 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The March 2021 issue of Mom's Favorite Reads. In this issue... A seasonal blend of articles including Mad as a March Hare, Dr Seuss, Reiki, World Wildlife Day, International Day of Forests, plus short stories, recipes, puzzles, humour, photographs and so much more!

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Kentucky Derby IQ: The Ultimate Test of True Fandom by Joel Katte (Black Mesa Publishing) (16 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

UPDATED AND EXPANDED FOR 2016 New in this edition: • 60 additional, brand new questions • improved layout for questions and answer keys makes it easier than ever to quiz family and friends • brand new chapters on Orb, California Chrome and American Pharoah • improved functionality for Kindle, smartphones and tablets • print edition includes 17 B&W photographs - Kindle edition includes 25 full color photographs • 320 total Kentucky Derby trivia questions Spying the twin spires, hugging the rail, hearing the snap of the gate, the crowd takes a nervous deep breath in unison. The horses lunge, the jockeys crouch. Now the race for the roses is run and timelessness has begun. Long-shot odds, winning tickets, record crowds, Hall of Fame statistics, and historical dates all add up to the "most exciting two minutes in sports." Think you know Kentucky Derby history? Think again. This IQ Series book will test even the best horsemen and trainers who have been around the sport their whole lives. Test your skills. Wrack your brain. It's the ultimate Kentucky Derby IQ test.

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Wisconsin by Bill Stokes (27 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Wisconsin had a big party in 1998. It was a roll-out-the-barrel, slice-the-cheese, strike-up-the-polka-band wing-ding that promised to roust every last badger out of state burrows and into the streets to dance with guests.

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Mom’s Favorite Reads eMagazine November 2022 by Goylake Publishing (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

In this month's issue of our #1 ranked magazine... Interview with Publishers Weekly #1 author Dani Pettrey. Plus, Author Features, Health, Nature, Photography, Poetry, Short Stories, Young Writers, National Veteran and Military Family Month, and so much more!

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The Happy Running Habit: A simple guide to running with more joy, more often by Holly Robertson (4 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

In The Happy Running Habit, you'll discover a step by step guide to embracing the dirt, sunshine, and smiles in every mile. Shift your mindset. If you're a running veteran who just isn't having fun anymore, you might be interested in starting with Part II: Philosophies for more fun, with strategies for turning your run into a source of joy. From finding green trails, to cloud gazing, to gamifying your runs, prioritizing these activities and concepts will help running feel intrinsically rewarding, and keep you coming back for more. Build your tools. If you're new to running and are itching to know everything you need to get started, Part II: The Runner's Toolkit provides some beginner's advice, as well as unconventional tools that can help you stay positive and motivated at any experience level. Including mantras, visualization, and even meditation, these tools are all about dialing in on perspective, and redirecting negative thoughts into positive ones. Dream big. Or, maybe you're interested in tackling a big, exciting (maybe even a little intimidating?) goal. Part IV: Your Happy Running Goal has everything you'll need to create a plan and work towards it through journaling. With scientifically-proven goal setting practices, we'll think about why you want to run, what you'd like to achieve, and how you'll get there. I'll even include a printable journal to guide you in reflecting on your runs and tracking your progress. Grab a friend. Find a trail. See where it takes you. Running is a challenge, but it doesn't have to be a chore. There is glory in the dirt, and miles of sweaty conversations ahead. Whether this is your first pair of training shoes or your 100th, it's about time for a little bit of sunshine.

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Seven Great Golf Tips – Simple Steps Towards a Better Gamer by Gregor Grund (Good at Golf) (350 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

Seven Great Golf Tips is a compilation of effective golf tips that will help you to improve your game of golf immediately. You'll learn things like "How to Take Your Game From the Range to the Course", "The Three Golden Keys to Shoot Lower Scores Today" or "Effective Things to Do With Little Time" and much more.

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Extreme Skiing and Psychedelic Mushrooms: The Art of Chasing Fear by Jason Matthews (26 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This is a short story of 8,522 words. Extreme skiing and psychedelic mushrooms don't normally go together, but after Josh agrees to join Sam and Rudy on a backcountry adventure, he quickly realizes the trek is more than he bargained for. When the guys are joined by Tess, a ski instructor and the girl of Josh's dreams, he knows he'll do anything to impress her, even losing his wits on mind-altering drugs as he seeks to ski The Edge, the longest and steepest backcountry slope he'll ever find. Extreme Skiing and Psychedelic Mushrooms: The Art of Chasing Fear is a short story of 8,522 words by Jason Matthews, author of the novels, The Little Universe and Jim's Life.

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Before the Whistle: Football Coaching 101 by Matt Kunz (8 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

How do you know if your football team has what it takes to win the game? Because the Coach is more prepared than his competition! In Before the Whistle: Football Coaching 101 you'll learn... ?how to prepare your parents and family before the season even begins ?how to establish a quality team and culture during the pre-season ?game preparation and game management principles that give your players an edge ?how to finish the season so the memories last a lifetime Matt Kunz is the son of former NFL All-Pro offensive tackle George Kunz. He walked-on and played football for Coaches Lou Holtz and Bob Davie at the University of Notre Dame as both an inside linebacker and special teams player. He coached football at the youth, high school, and semi-pro levels for five years before he ran a small business doing private football instruction and football camps for athletes. He later authored Triumph! An Athlete's Guide to Winning On and Off the Field which contains forewords from National Championship Coaches Lou Holtz and Ara Parseghian. Most importantly, Matt Kunz has used the game of football to make a difference in the lives of those he played with, and those he coached. May you, too, Play with Confidence!

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Fantasy Football for Smart People: How to Cash in on the Future of the Game by Jonathan Bales (130 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Fantasy Football for Smart People: How to Cash in on the Future of the Game is the first book of its kind to break down the actual strategies used by the top owners in the world of daily fantasy football. With daily fantasy football growing at an exponential rate, there's a whole lot of money to be made, and advanced daily owners are already cashing in to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars in profit. With input from one of the daily fantasy football "sharks" -- FFFC $150,000 winner Peter Jennings -- How to Cash in on the Future of the Game will show you how to manage your money, select the perfect websites, make projections, and create lineups so that you can finally treat your hobby as you always wanted -- like an investment.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Jews in the Gym: Judaism, Sports, and Athletics (Studies in Jewish Civilization Book 23) by Leonard J. Greenspoon (Purdue University Press) Price verified 9 minutes ago

For some, the connection between Jews and athletics might seem far-fetched. But in fact, as is highlighted by the fourteen chapters in this collection, Jews have been participating in-and thinking about-sports for more than two thousand years. The articles in this volume scan a wide chronological range: from the Hellenistic period (first century BCE) to the most recent basketball season. The range of athletes covered is equally broad: from participants in Roman-style games to wrestlers, boxers, fencers, baseball players, and basketball stars. The authors of these essays, many of whom actively participate in athletics themselves, raise a number of intriguing questions, such as: What differing attitudes toward sports have Jews exhibited across periods and cultures? Is it possible to be a "good Jew" and a "great athlete"? In what sports have Jews excelled, and why? How have Jews overcome prejudices on the part of the general populace against a Jewish presence on the field or in the ring? In what ways has Jewish participation in sports aided, or failed to aid, the perception of Jews as "good Germans," "good Hungarians," "good Americans," and so forth? This volume, which features a number of illustrations (many of them quite rare), is not only accessible to the general reader, but also contains much information of interest to the scholar in Jewish studies, American studies, and sports history.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Gun Safety Guide by Vitaly Pedchenko (195 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Each year we hear about accidents with firearms. They happen because many gun owners don't know simple gun safety rules. This ebook describes how to store, transport, carry and use firearms safely. Its main purpose is to educate new and existing gun owners and to make gun community a little safer.

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Six-Month Horse: A page-turning story of learning and laughing with friends, family, and horses (Island Series) by Tudor Robins (148 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The perfect horse. A wild brother. One unforgettable Thanksgiving adventure! Meg's dream? Her very own horse. When her mom hunts out the "perfect" horse near their family cottage, Meg finds herself on a sibling road trip with her unpredictable brother, Cam. But instead of falling for the polished horse, Meg's heart is set on another: greener, scruffier, and unproven. Now, with Cam by her side, she's in for a whirlwind of negotiations, hilarious Thanksgiving mix-ups, and heartfelt family realizations. Dive into this delightful tale where sometimes the imperfect choice is the most perfect of all. BOOKS IN THE ISLAND SERIES: Six-Month Horse (Prequel / Book 0) Appaloosa Summer (Book 1) Wednesday Riders (Book 2) Join Up (Book 3) Faults (Book 4) Reason Why (Book 5) REVIEWS "Another great read from Tudor Robins, Six-Month Horse gives us a closer look at Meg's life off the island and her relationship with her parents and brother. I liked getting to know Cam in this story and the change in relationship between siblings from beginning to end reminded me of my own relationship with my brother." - Amazon Reader "Another well-written YA horse story by Tudor Robins, this is the prequel to her Appaloosa Summer. Sometimes it seems like an author will write a prequel that has no point, just to get a sale. Luckily this prequel is actually a fun and engaging story, with great horse parts... Recommend this book for anyone who enjoys YA fiction, or who enjoys horse fiction. As always, the horse parts are very accurate and well done." - Amazon Reader

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Fantasy Baseball for Smart People: How to Profit Big During MLB Season by Jonathan Bales (224 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Billy Beane and the Oakland A's flipped Major League Baseball on its head by questioning widely accepted narratives and approaching roster construction from a scientific, data-driven viewpoint. "Moneyball" revolutionized baseball, and now it's your turn to be the GM. Fantasy Baseball for Smart People: How to Profit Big During MLB Season is a Moneyball-esque guide to profiting big bucks from your love of fantasy sports. With analysis from top-ranked daily fantasy player CSURAM88, the book examines the advanced strategies used by daily fantasy sports professionals -- the guys making hundreds of thousands and even millions of dollars playing fantasy sports -- to help equip you with the skill set needed to make money playing fantasy baseball. How to Profit Big During MLB Season tackles fantasy baseball from a mathematical angle, providing you data on which strategies have actually won in the past and giving you all the information you need to gain a major edge on the field. From how to win large tournaments to which stats matter the most to how to leverage public opinion into a competitive edge, you'll learn how to use Moneyball in daily fantasy baseball to turn your love of the game into cash.

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Mom’s Favorite Reads eMagazine December 2022 by Goylake Publishing (Goylake Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Welcome to our 106 page bumper Christmas and fiftieth issue! In this month's issue of our #1 ranked magazine... Interview with Orna Ross, founder of ALLI. Plus, Author Features, Health, Nature, Photography, Poetry, Short Stories, Young Writers, Nature Photography Day, and so much more!

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

With God on their Side: Sport in the Service of Religion by Timothy Chandler (Routledge) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

'Sport' and 'religion' are cultural institutions with a global reach. Each is characterised by ritualised performance and by the ecstatic devotion of its followers, whether in the sports arena or the cathedral of worship. This fascinating collection is the first to examine, in detail, the relationship between these two cultural institutions from an international, religiously pluralistic perspective. It illuminates the role of sport and religion in the social formation of collective groups, and explores how sport might operate in the service of a religious community. The book offers a series of cutting-edge contemporary historical case-studies, wide-ranging in their social and religious contexts. It presents important new work on the following fascinating topics: * sport and Catholicism in Northern Ireland * Shinto and sumo in Japan * women, sport and the American Jewish identity * religion, race and rugby in South Africa * sport and Islam in France and North Africa * sport and Christian fundamentalism in the US * Muhammad Ali and the Nation of Islam. With God on their Side is vital reading for all students of the history, sociology and culture of sport. It also presents important new research material that will be of interest to religious studies students, historians and anthropologists.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Owning the Olympics: Narratives of the New China (The New Media World) by Monroe Price (University of Michigan Press) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"A major contribution to the study of global events in times of global media. Owning the Olympics tests the possibilities and limits of the concept of 'media events' by analyzing the mega-event of the information age: the Beijing Olympics... A good read from cover to cover." -- Guobin Yang, Associate Professor, Asian/Middle Eastern Cultures & Sociology, Barnard College, Columbia University From the moment they were announced, the Beijing Games were a major media event and the focus of intense scrutiny and speculation. In contrast to earlier such events, however, the Beijing Games are also unfolding in a newly volatile global media environment that is no longer monopolized by broadcast media. The dramatic expansion of media outlets and the growth of mobile communications technology have changed the nature of media events, making it significantly more difficult to regulate them or control their meaning. This volatility is reflected in the multiple, well-publicized controversies characterizing the run-up to Beijing 2008. According to many Western commentators, the People's Republic of China seized the Olympics as an opportunity to reinvent itself as the "New China"---a global leader in economics, technology, and environmental issues, with an improving human-rights record. But China's maneuverings have also been hotly contested by diverse global voices, including prominent human-rights advocates, all seeking to displace the official story of the Games. Bringing together a distinguished group of scholars from Chinese studies, human rights, media studies, law, and other fields, Owning the Olympics reveals how multiple entities---including the Chinese Communist Party itself---seek to influence and control the narratives through which the Beijing Games will be understood. digitalculturebooks is an imprint of the University of Michigan Press and the Scholarly Publishing Office of the University of Michigan Library dedicated to publishing innovative and accessible work ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Hunting with the Bow & Arrow by Saxton T. (Saxton Temple) Pope (408 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

The Forgotten Horse - Book 1 in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids. The perfect gift for children age 8-12. (Connemara Adventures) by Elaine Heney (270 Reviews)    Price verified 14 minutes ago

*** Winner of the Best International Equine Fiction Award at the EQUUS Film & Arts Fest 2022, California USA *** When a mysterious grey pony called 'Ozzie' appears in the paddock by her home, 12-year-old Clodagh's life is about to change dramatically. Charged with caring for him by the local manor's owner, she quickly befriends him. But what will happen when his absent owner unexpectedly reappears and sells him to a riding school with a very bad reputation. Can Clodagh save her new pony friend? Or does she have to say goodbye to Ozzie, forever? Join Clodagh and Ozzie in their very first adventure to find out! This wholesome and beautifully told horse story is perfect for horse-crazy kids and the young at heart. Written by international horsewoman and award-winning documentary director, Elaine Heney, this tender and touching story explores the depth of the relationship that can be created between girl and horse - that can last a lifetime. Because by listening to the horse everything becomes possible. This heart-wrenching story underlines the importance of kindness, resilience and never giving up - even in times of adversity. Perfect for middle school kids who adore horses and all those who love young adult fiction. This enchanting book is full of love, soul and lifelong horsemanship lessons. This is the perfect children's equestrian book for young readers, girls, boys, tweens and teens and all who love great horse stories to curl up with and enjoy. This is the first book in the Connemara Horse Adventure Series for Kids.

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Building Fires and Finding Stars: Why I Never Stop Traveling by Jason Cooper (4 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

After tragedy struck his family and his five-year relationship with his girlfriend ended, Jason packed his suitcase and headed for his first summer-long solo adventure through Europe. But he discovered that his problems didn't disappear as soon as he stepped off the plane. He was still filled with anxiety and needed to overcome his depression, come to terms with who he is, and accept his failures and the changes that altered his trajectory. Jason didn't know that his trip to Europe was only just the beginning. Soon, he'd be on a life-long mission to see the world because of his discovery of what it really means to be happy and fulfilled, inspired by one very important person, whose death changed Jason and his family for the better. Seen through a musical and philosophical lens, Jason's story takes the reader all over the globe, as he shares insight into his travels and offers a glimpse into his imagination and creativity. Jason Cooper is a music educator from Michigan with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and a Master of Education in Educational Technology. He is a first-time memoirist of Building Fires and Finding Stars: Why I Never Stop Traveling, a heart-touching and candid story eleven years in the making.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Sport, Performance and Sustainability (Routledge Research in Sport, Culture and Society) by Daniel Svensson Price verified 10 hours ago

This book examines the logic of 'faster, higher, and stronger' and the technoscientific revolution that has driven tremendous growth in the sports economy and in sport performance over the last 100 years. It asks whether this logic needs revisiting in the light of the climate crisis and sport's environmental responsibilities. Drawing on multi-disciplinary work in sport history, sport pedagogy, sport philosophy, sport science, and environmental history, the book considers not only how sportification may have contributed to the growing environmental impact of sport but also whether it might be used as a tool of positive social change. It reflects on the ways that sport sets performance limits for other ethical reasons, such as doping controls, and asks whether sport could or should set limits for environmental reasons too. Sport, Performance and Sustainability touches on key themes in sport studies, including digitisation, activism, social media, empowerment, youth sport, and physical education. This is fascinating reading for anybody with an interest in sport, the environment, development, sociology, or culture. The Open Access version of this book, available at www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Game of Privilege: An African American History of Golf (The John Hope Franklin Series in African American History and Culture) by Lane Demas (The University of North Carolina Press) (58 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This groundbreaking history of African Americans and golf explores the role of race, class, and public space in golf course development, the stories of individual black golfers during the age of segregation, the legal battle to integrate public golf courses, and the little-known history of the United Golfers Association (UGA)--a black golf tour that operated from 1925 to 1975. Lane Demas charts how African Americans nationwide organized social campaigns, filed lawsuits, and went to jail in order to desegregate courses; he also provides dramatic stories of golfers who boldly confronted wider segregation more broadly in their local communities. As national civil rights organizations debated golf's symbolism and whether or not to pursue the game's integration, black players and caddies took matters into their own hands and helped shape its subculture, while UGA participants forged one of the most durable black sporting organizations in American history as they fought to join the white Professional Golfers' Association (PGA). From George F. Grant's invention of the golf tee in 1899 to the dominance of superstar Tiger Woods in the 1990s, this revelatory and comprehensive work challenges stereotypes and indeed the fundamental story of race and golf in American culture.

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The Unforgettable World Cup: 31 Days of Triumph and Heartbreak in Brazil by The Wall Street Journal (642 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The 2014 World Cup brought with it excitement, drama, artistry and disappointment -- both on and off the field. This e-book from The Wall Street Journal collects dispatches from our coverage of the sights, sounds and culture of the world's favorite sport as seen in Brazil, its spiritual home. We've collected highlights from The Journal's coverage of the tournament, added an introductory essay from WSJ Sports Columnist Jason Gay and more to bring you the most interesting, unexpected and insightful reporting from the Journal's correspondents in Brazil and around the world. It looks at everything from the sport itself to the people, places and culture that make the World Cup one of the most engaging sporting events on the planet.

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A Climate of Justice: An Ethical Foundation for Environmentalism (Library of Public Policy and Public Administration Book 16) by Marvin T. Brown (Springer) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

This open access book helps readers combine history, politics, and ethics to address the most pressing problem facing the world today: environmental survival. In A Climate of Justice, Marvin Brown connects the environmental crisis to basic questions of economic, social, and racial justice. Brown shows how our current social climate maintains systemic injustices, and he uncovers resources for change through a civic ethics of repair and reciprocity. A must-read for researchers and educators in the area of environmental ethics and those teaching courses in the fields of public policy and environmental sustainability. With the support of more than 30 libraries, the LYRASIS United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Fund has enabled this publication related to SDG13 (Climate Action) to be available fully open access.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Boxing, Masculinity and Identity: The 'I' of the Tiger by Kath Woodward (Routledge) (18 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Boxing is infused with ideas about masculinity, power, race and social class, and as such is an ideal lens through which social scientists can examine key modern themes. In addition, its inherent contradictions of extreme violence and beauty and of discipline and excess have long been a source of inspiration for writers and film makers. Essential reading for anyone interested in the sociology of sport and cultural representations of gender, Boxing, Masculinity and Identity brings together ethnographic research with material from film, literature and journalism. Through this combination of theoretical insight and cultural awareness, Woodward explores the social constructs around boxing and our experience and understanding of central issues including: • masculinity • mind, body and the construction of identity • spectacle and performance: tensions between the public and private person • boxing on film: the role of cultural representations in building identities • methodologies: issues of authenticity and 'truth' in social science.

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The Amateur Poacher by Richard Jefferies (170 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Diary of a Horse Mad Girl: My First Pony - Book 1 : A Perfect Horse Book for Girls aged 9 to 12 (NEW EDITED VERSION) by Katrina Kahler (How To Help Children) (859 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Diary of a Horse Mad Girl - Book 1: My First Pony (Updated. re-edited version) Follow the true adventures of Abbie and her first pony, Sparkle (a beautiful Palomino) in her diary. Yes, she is a horse mad girl and when she gets her first pony... all her dreams come true... "When I first saw Sparkle, I knew that she was the pony for me! As soon as she cantered across the paddock, I think we both knew that we were meant to be together. But I certainly wasn't prepared for the exciting adventures ahead." My First Pony will take you on a ride filled with fun, friendships and even near disaster - the true story of a totally horse mad girl and a beautiful palomino named Sparkle. It is suitable for "horse mad" girls aged from around 8 to 12. Book 2 - Diary of a Horse Mad Girl: Pony Club Adventures and Book 3 - Pony Pals are both now available on Amazon. If you liked book 1, I know you'll enjoy books 2 and 3. Thank you for reading my books. I love horses! Katrina

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Wild For Her: A fling turns out to your new boss romance (Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild) by Adriana French (Amazon Digital Services) (542 Reviews)    Price verified 19 minutes ago

When the alpha cowboy you had your one and only one night stand with, turns out to be your new billionaire boss... Blade Even billionaires get lonely sometimes. That's why when my private jet landed early, I decided to kill some time at the airport bar before going home to the ranch -- It was just me and my whiskey last night, until she walked in. Dressed in a suit that hugged her curves, the dark-haired beauty wasn't my usual type, but Lord have mercy, when she locked her big brown eyes on mine, my heart jack knifed. I made a beeline to her quicker than a stallion chases a mare. No names. That was the deal. Five whiskies, and the best night of my life later, I can't get her out of my head. And hell, I had no idea she was the attorney my parents hired for our Montana land deal. Now she's under my nose every second of every day. And am I supposed to think straight when she's sleeping ten feet away from me? She says we need to keep things strictly professional from here on out, but what I have in mind has nothing to do with business and everything to do with pleasure. She'll need several good long rides in my saddle to learn my cowboy ways. And when she does, there'll be no turning back. If I have it my way, that little filly will be driving me wild for the rest of my life. Saddle up, Sugar. A new breed of cowboy-cavemen is here. They're dirty and filthy rich. Blade Parker is an obsessed alpha male hero to the nth degree and the first Parker brother to meet in the Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild Series. Expect humor, coarse language, graphic and steamy situations, and insta-love. No cheating and a happily ever after. Tropes: Billionaire romance, rancher, forbidden fling, boss romance OTT, one night stand, fish out of water, forced proximity, instalove, western romance, cowboy romance, bad boys, hot brothers, Montana romance, small town romance, steamy!

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

The Set Point: Securing the future of volleyball by Ary Graça (Editora Máquina de Livros) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

"This book examines the trail blazed by the FIVB that culminated in the partnership with CVC Capital Partners. The authors explain each step of the way from the moment the FIVB's President acknowledged the lack of financial sustainability to secure the future of volleyball and his courageous decision to develop a new event based on cutting-edge technology, which led to financial innovation. The cutting-edge event is the Volleyball Nations League (VNL). It has three characteristics that fascinate the Volleyball Family. First, the determination of all parties involved in changing the sport, leveraging volleyball to the family entertainment industry. Second, the avenue of opportunities for innovation and sustainability opened by its implementation. Third, and most important for this book, it led the FIVB to CVC. However, sustainability does not take place overnight. The FIVB had to invest persistently in governance and in best management practices to reach the necessary state of preparedness before going to the market. Volleyball needed a shake-up. And that shake-up is happening."

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Kellen HalfCaste, Book 1: The Hammer and Snow: (Book 1) by Jeremy Mathiesen (27 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

An orphan wrestler raised among coal dust and steel. A vile king clutching to his reign by a skeletal grasp. When eighteen-year-old Kellen HalfCaste's mentor betrays him and poisons his best friend, he is forced out into the streets to survive by any means necessary. Hunted by Vampires and the king's men alike, Kellen must learn why his cruel world has been slammed on its crown. Could the rumors of a base-born heir to the throne be true? Kellen must find balance in a world where the scales are tipped if he is going to defend himself from the corrupt and unjust. Cast as a born loser in a contest where the victors were decided long ago, is Kellen truly a mere pawn in this cruel game of hammer and snow? Welcome to book 1 in the Kellen HalfCaste adventure. A series within the Cyrus LongBones universe.

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The Departure: Living Life Sideways PREQUEL: A True Story of Heart-Pounding Adventure and Heart-Wrenching Survival by Michelle Segrest (30 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

If you thought sailing the world is an endless holiday of bikinis and martinis, get ready for a bucket-list adventure of a lifetime! Gripping true stories open a window into the liveaboard lifestyle and complex challenges of blue water sailing -- where simple decisions have real-life consequences and where the most provocative obstacles live inside a sailor's soul. If you are intrigued by an escape from the ordinary, come aboard as a sailor and two seadogs discover exactly what it's like to live life sideways. Living Life Sideways Prequel - The Departure Seduced by the sea and enchanting, romantic rendezvous with a charming sailor, a woman chooses love and loyalty over common sense and decides to push the reset button on a five-year tumultuous relationship. As they embark on a bucket-list adventure of a lifetime, she is willing to leave the past behind -- convinced that she is writing the great love story of her life. She quickly learns how to literally and figuratively live life sideways as they depart on a mission to sail a 43-foot sailboat 6,000 nautical miles across the Atlantic Ocean from Germany to Alabama. "A very impressive testimony of grit, determination, and a journey toward self-valuation." "This is a GREAT read! Michelle will transport you from your couch to the high seas. You will be hugging a beagle, praying for a seasickness remedy and looking forward to the next port." "Michelle is such a gifted writer, but it takes more than writing skills, it takes courage to write a story like this. I couldn't put it down. It's a dramatic real-life story that you can't stop reading. 10/10 recommend." "I love the experiences in all the places she stopped! Exciting and easy to feel and picture, and the personal struggle was one I could relate to so much. I think there is something for everyone in these stories." "A gripping case study in narcissistic abuse recovery."

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Chasing Trails: A Short Fun Book about a Long Miserable Run (DNF Series) by George Mahood (283 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

When George agreed to sign up for his first ultramarathon with his friend Mark, he knew it would be tough. But he was not expecting knee-deep mud, torrential rain, 60mph wind and hail, all while trying to tackle one of the toughest stretches of coastline in the UK - the South West Coast Path. In the middle of the wettest winter since records began, George and Mark have to cope with treacherous cliffs, flooded trails, injuries, inverted waterfalls, too much food and too much mud. This short, quick read picks up where Operation Ironman left off and is the prequel to the DNF Series. The DNF Series is a series of books about George and his family's adventures in running, cycling and swimming. From ultramarathons to triathlons, 10k swims to European cycling adventures, George promises fun and laughter every step, pedal, and paddle of the way.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Skate Life: Re-Imagining White Masculinity (Technologies of the Imagination: New Media in Everyday Life) by Emily Chivers Yochim (University of Michigan Press) (3 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

"Intellectually deft and lively to read, Skate Life is an important addition to the literature on youth cultures, contemporary masculinity, and the role of media in identity formation." ---Janice A. Radway, Northwestern University, author of Reading the Romance: Women, Patriarchy, and Popular Literature "With her elegant research design and sophisticated array of anthropological and media studies approaches, Emily Chivers Yochim has produced one of the best books about race, gender, and class that I have read in the last ten years. In a moment where celebratory studies of youth, youth subcultures, and their relationship to media abound, this book stands as a brilliantly argued analysis of the limitations of youth subcultures and their ambiguous relationship to mainstream commercial culture." ---Ellen Seiter, University of Southern California "Yochim has made a valuable contribution to media and cultural studies as well as youth and American studies by conducting this research and by coining the phrase 'corresponding cultures,' which conceptualizes the complex and dynamic processes skateboarders employ to negotiate their identities as part of both mainstream and counter-cultures." ---JoEllen Fisherkeller, New York University Skate Life examines how young male skateboarders use skate culture media in the production of their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim offers a comprehensive ethnographic analysis of an Ann Arbor, Michigan, skateboarding community, situating it within a larger historical examination of skateboarding's portrayal in mainstream media and a critique of mainstream, niche, and locally produced media texts (such as, for example, Jackass, Viva La Bam, and Dogtown and Z-Boys). The book uses these elements to argue that adolescent boys can both critique dominant norms of masculinity and maintain the power that white heterosexual masculinity offers. Additionally, Yochim uses these analyses to introduce the notion of "corresponding cultures," ...

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Cutters Vs. Jocks (Chicago Sports Romance) by Elizabeth Marx (107 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

Love at first sight versus lust you can't fight. Libby Tucker is a cutter -- a nobody waitress in a college town -- at least that's what everyone believes. But admission to law school is Libby's ticket out of Indiana and her escape from small town life forever. During a night on the town, Libby beats the most competitive athlete on campus at pool and draws more attention from him than she's prepared for. Aidan Palowski is one of those jocks your friends warned you about -- the kind that never loose -- the kind that put notches in their baseball bats. As the closing pitcher on the best baseball team in the Big Ten, he's on his way to the major leagues. Aidan always gets what he wants and Libby is the final home run he wants to hit out of the park. The last thing Libby needs is to get sidetracked by a superstar jock. Afraid that she might be on a collision course with love at first sight Libby keeps her distance, but the longer she holds out the more Aidan realizes it's a case of lust he can't fight. What happens when worthy opponents refuse to play their hearts out? CUTTERS VS. JOCKS An emotional new adult sports romance featuring two lovers who put their future goals ahead of each other's love before they were brought to the table for BINDING ARBITRATION.

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The Comstocks of Cornell: John Henry Comstock and Anna Botsford Comstock by Anna Botsford Comstock (Comstock Publishing Associates) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

The Comstocks of Cornell is the autobiography written by naturalist educator Anna Botsford Comstock about her life and her husband's, entomologist John Henry Comstock -- both prominent figures in the scientific community and in Cornell University history. A first edition was published in 1953, but it omitted key Cornellians, historical anecdotes, and personal insights. Karen Penders St. Clair's twenty-first century edition returns Mrs. Comstock's voice to her book by rekeying her entire manuscript as she wrote it, and preserving the memories of the personal and professional lives of the Comstocks that she had originally intended to share. The book includes a complete epilogue of the Comstocks' last years and fills in gaps from the 1953 edition. Described as serious legacy work, the book is an essential part of Cornell University history and an important piece of Cornell University Press history.

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Nature Guiding by William Gould Vinal (Comstock Publishing Associates) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Nature Guiding is the science of inculcating nature enthusiasm, nature principles, and nature facts into the spirit of individuals. "Doing" nature-study means observing, wondering, and solving problems. It could include collecting, building, measuring, painting, planning, writing, touching, experimenting or any of a wide range of other activities. Most importantly, it allows children to be "original investigators." This book is intended as a resource for teachers and students engaged in nature study at summer camps and in schools. William Gould Vinal believed that the teacher of nature study should be "in sympathy with the simple life and the country way," that the nature study should emphasize observation of the interactions of plants and animals in their environment, and not be reduced to matters of taxonomy and anatomy. In Nature Guiding, he offers advice to camp counselors and school teachers on incorporating nature study into everyday activities, as well as suggestions for parents and others about using visits to state and national parks to teach nature lore.

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Natural History of the Farm: A Guide to the Practical Study of the Sources of Our Living in Wild Nature by James G. Needham (45 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This is a guide to the practical study of the sources in wild nature of our living. It contains a series of study outlines for the entire year, and deals with both the plants and animals of the farm-the things that men have chosen to deal with as a means of livelihood and of personal satisfaction in all ages.

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EXERCISING AT HOME: Easy Exercising by Dennyse Garcia Sales (30 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

A pocket guide with simple exercises, without needing expensive equipment or taking up space at home. You will only use your body, a chair, a ball and a pillow.

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Coordination Abilities in Volleyball by Jaromír Šimonek (De Gruyter Open Poland) (93 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

The author presents a general view on sports training, its eriodization and the role of coordination in the initial stages of preparation in volleyball. He also deals with inter-gender differences in levels of such abilities, describing motor tests for the assessment of coordination potential and providing the reader with standards for the development of talented players. Based on the nature of volleyball, the author analyses key features of sports performance. Coordination abilities, especially in the period of puberty, play an important role in the creation of coordination basis - prerequisites for the development of physical fitness and acquisition of motor skills. Based on the results of his own research, as well as studies conducted by international sports scientists, he offers a model for the development of coordination abilities in volleyball. This method is recommended for coaches to improve their professional work in volleyball classes and schools, and in sports clubs. In the long-term, application of the proposed model should contribute to the improvement of players' performance in competition.

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Born to Fish Fly Casting Made Easy Well Illustrated by Roger Beale (46 Reviews)    Price verified 39 minutes ago

Born to Fish Fly Casting Made Easy Well Illustrated will make fly fishing easy for the novice. It will help the experienced fly fisher to sort out any problems that they may have and increase the enjoyment of fly fishing avoiding tangles and mishaps. There is also an 1897 fly fishing lesson that shows that the fundamentals of fly fishng have not changed in more than 100 years. All for a very little cost compared to a days fly fishing.

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Round About a Great Estate by Richard Jefferies (29 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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The Fly Caster Who Tried to Make Peace With the World by Randy Kadish (189 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

New edition! Making peace with the world, sooner or later most of us have to. But how? For Ian Mac Bride, his way begins almost accidentally when, in 1909, he watches a fly-casting tournament in New York's Central Park, and begins to dream of becoming a great fly caster. But soon Ian experiences personal tragedy, and then is appalled by the unexpected slaughter of World War I. He retreats into the world of fly fishing and fly casting, and meets unforgettable anglers like: Doc, a Civil War veteran, who tells how, after he enlisted in return for drinking money, he was unexpectedly changed by the horror of war; Izzy, a mysterious immigrant, who, in his way, teaches Ian perhaps the most important lesson of long-distance fly casting; and George M. L. La Branche who, though torn by self-doubt, writes the book that revolutionizes fly fishing. And so, these anglers help change Ian's hopes and values. Though his father questions his courage, Ian decides to become a teacher instead of a lawyer, and moves near the beautiful Beaverkill River, the birthplace of fly fishing in America. But tragedy still follows him. Torn by grief, he curses the world and loses faith in it - until, almost by accident, he finds a way to come to terms. How? The answer will surprise you. "A maverick and memorable book - I really enjoyed it." - Nick Lyons, author, Full Creel "I simply enjoyed the heck out of it." - Eric Peper, coauthor, Fly Fishing The Beaverkill "An unforgettable cast of characters." - Jim Witty, Bend Bulletin "The novel is well-written, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and highly recommend it whether you're a fly fisher or not." - John Pitarresi, Utica Observer-Dispatch "An engaging tale of a young man coming of age." - Lee Murdock, Fly Fish Magazine. "A compelling novel that describes one fly caster's search for personal peace." - Bill AuCoin, the Aucoin Report "Great book Mr. Kadish!" - Bill Anderson, Trout Waders.

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Everywhere We Go: Hooligan Series - Book One by Dougie Brimson (Category C Publishing) (695 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

'Probably the best book ever written on football violence' - Daily Mail The Shocking Truth Behind Football Violence Everywhere We Go gives the most remarkable and frightening insight into the behaviour of the football thug. Written by two people who know the world of the hooligan from the inside, this book features many first-hand accounts of incidents, from both perpetrators and victims, that make chilling reading. It builds up to provide the most comprehensive look behind the matchday madness that has yet been published, explores: ? The changing face of football violence ? Who gets involved - and why ? How the 'firms' operate, both home and away ? The role of 'scouts' and 'spotters' in planning violence ? The football establishment - and how they can help solve the problem ? The involvement of the far right in football and the issue of racism Reviews for Everywhere We Go: 'Offers a grim Insight into the mind of the football thug' - Daily Mirror 'This honest, funny and refreshingly direct account achieves its aim of toppling a few careless stereotypes' - Independent on Sunday 'Everywhere We Go is the most detailed account yet from fans involved with football violence' - Total Football

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Golf: Golf - 21 Tips and Tricks To Enhance Your Game of Golf And Play Like The Pros (golf swing, chip shots, golf putt, lifetime sports, pitch shots, ... by Kevin Anderson (175 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Are You Ready To Consistently Break 90? Get ready to shave off strokes from your game in no time when you grab your copy of "21 Tips & Tricks" today! Golf is one of the most difficult sports to master. The difference between a successful drive and a ball that drops straight into the pond is just millimeters. Hitting that perfect spot each and every time you're up can take years of practice and dedication, but don't let that deter you from getting "good enough". Being good enough means having a correct understanding of the fundamentals that you can build on in the correct way, and I teach you that in this book. In fact, I'm so confident in this book that I state right in my introduction that if you apply the 21 tips & tricks within this book, your buddies will be buying the Saturday afternoon beer for losing every single weekend. I guarantee it! How's that for bragging rights? Here Is A Sneak Peek Of The Tricks I'll Teach You.. • My 7 Pitch Shot Techniques For Nailing Every Shot • My 3 Sand Trap Escape Tricks • The #1 Golden Rule Of Chip Shots • The 3 Rules Of Putting, Chipping, And Pitching • My 2 Best Putting Drills For Mastering The Putt Game • My 3 Golf Swing Improvement Tips • Much, much more! Get out of that sand trap and purchase your copy today!

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A Walleye Fishing Cheat Sheet For Lakes & Rivers by Ben Rieger (89 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

FOR ADVANCED ANGLERS! This pamphlet assumes that you know what is meant by terms like "spinner rig," "back-trolling," and "slip sinker." It will not make an effort to explain those terms. The purpose of this field guide is to serve as a quick reference or refresher for things you ought to already know about walleye fishing, and to point you in the right direction when you're going into an unfamiliar fishing situation. Based on the conditions, water temperature, time of year, and time of day, this guide will tell you the first, best thing to try in your search of walleye and sauger.

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Our Vanishing Wild Life Its Extermination and Preservation by William Temple Hornaday (14 Reviews)    Price verified 9 minutes ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Terrace Heroes: The Life and Times of the 1930s Professional Footballer (Sport in the Global Society) by Graham Kelly (31 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

The 1930s saw the birth of the football idol - prototype for today's powerful media sport stars. The players of the 1930s were the first generation of professionals, yet until recently the life and careers of footballers of this generation has been little studied. In 1930s Britain, football became increasingly commercialized, and the rise and development of both local and national media enabled players to become widely recognized outside of their immediate local context for the first time. Tracing the origins, playing careers and 'afterlives' of several First Division players of the era, Graham Kelly's revealing history explores the reality of living in Britain between the wars and draws interesting comparisons with lives of the modern football hero today.

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The eNotated Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum (66 Reviews)    Price verified 24 minutes ago

Though most eBooks are simple conversions of paper books, the "eNotated Sailing Alone" is a completely new approach that takes advantage of the potential eBook technology offers to extend and enrich Slocum's writing in a way that's convenient to use while still unobtrusive to the reader. Based on the 1901 edition of "Sailing Alone Around the World" and including more than 60 original illustrations, this eNotated edition extends Slocum's writing by providing a new layer of information behind the text the reader can access before, during, and after each chapter. For instance, in Chapter 15, when Slocum writes, "Taking things by and large as sailors say... ," Thomerson's eNotation tells us Slocum means "Overall, or in most cases" and that "Sailing 'by' means toward the wind, sailing 'large' means away from the wind. Hence 'by and large' encompasses most of the possible options and implies 'most of the time'". Joshua Slocum was the first person to sail solo around the world and his account of the voyage is adventure writing at its best - but his colorful story telling is filled with 19th century sailing terms, geographical references, and idioms that may be lost to the modern reader. Chris Thomerson, a lifelong sailor and student of maritime history, provides the background and explanations readers need to thoroughly understand, appreciate, and enjoy Slocum's classic by adding hundreds of electronic annotations linked to words and phrases in Slocum's original text. If you are going to read Slocum for the first time - or reread him after some years - you will best enjoy and most throughly understand him with this unique eNotated edition.

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Prepared: The 8 Secret Skills of an Ex-IDF Special Forces Operator That Will Keep You Safe - Basic Guide by Roy Shepard (650 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Learn the 8 secret skills of an Ex-IDF Special Forces operator that will keep you safe and prepare you for any situation - from a street mugging all the way to a full blown global catastrophe! "Just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they aren't after you." Joseph Heller, Catch-22 This is a great start to becoming more prepared for any situation. Our world is truly strange that so many good and helpful people find themselves preyed upon by the criminal elements. In case of an emergency or a catastrophe those odds may become even worst. My name is Roy Shepard and I'm a former IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) Special Forces Operator. During my military service, I took part in countless missions behind enemy lines and later trained young cadets as a Master Sergeant. I specialize in weapons training, stealth and camouflage, and Krav-Maga. I've been in active reserve duty for the past 20 years and spent much of that time formulating and implementing defense strategies and drills in military bases all over Israel. Highly trained in martial arts, I specialize in Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Aikido, and Russian Systema -- with both hand-to-hand combat and melee weapon handling. I am also an expert marksman with both close-quarters and long-range weapons. The IDF is one of the most effective militaries in the world with proven strategies and tactics that have kept Israel safe for the last 70 years. The harsh reality is that Israel is a small country surrounded by hostile nations that have been intent on destroying it since it was formed in 1948. The IDF has defended Israel in eight full-out wars and fended off many incursions and terrorist attacks. The skills that I'm about to share with you are the same ones used by the IDF Special Forces Operators to stay safe in hostile situations and will allow you to do so as well. Be it fending off a mugger in a dark parking lot or surviving a post-catastrophe scenario. The reality is that we are always only moments away from danger ...

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Re: Coming Out to Play: Readers Respond to Robbie's Story by Robbie Rogers (22 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

In his memoir, Coming Out To Play, Robbie Rogers told the story of his incredible journey from terrified teenager to a trailblazing out and proud professional soccer player for the L.A. Galaxy. Since it was published, he has recieved letters from countless readers from all walks of life, all across the world, telling him how he has given them hope and that after reading his story, they felt compelled to share their own. RE: Coming Out To Play is a collection of ten of these stories. They show both the acceptance and love that so many recieve as they come out, but also that there are many who still struggle with the fear that they will be rejected if they reveal the truth about themselves. This is why Rogers has collected these letters: to show those suffering in silence that they are not alone.

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The Seven Principles of Mastery (The Swordsman's Quick Guide Book 1) by Guy Windsor (189 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

*This instalment of The Swordsman's Quick Guide has been included as a chapter in the author's book The Theory and Practice of Historical Martial Arts.*Guy Windsor has been training swordsmen and swordswomen for a very long time. This short book distills his principles of training swordsmanship into seven key ideas, divided into three internal principles, and four external principles. They are:Internal:1) Mindfulness2) Flow3) Adopt Useful BeliefsExternal:4) No Injuries5) The Pareto Principle6) Run a Diagnostic7) Distinguish between knowledge and skillThis essential short guide describes each principle, and gives exercises for developing your ability to apply each of them.Follow these for maximum effectiveness in your art, work, and life.

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Physical activity: a family affair by The Open University (6 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

This 15-hour free course explored the effects that the family has on the amount and nature of physical activity a child participates in.

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Wooden Lure Making 101: Make Your First Handmade Lures Deadly Effective! by Greg Vinall (Luresmith) (225 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Essential Reading For Anyone Taking Up Wooden Lure Making: Even A Novice With Minimal Tools Can Turn A Lump Of Wood Into A Highly Effective Fishing Lure! What usually follows is a rapid improvement in the size and number of fish caught as he develops an intimate understanding of lures and simultaneously creates a box full of deadly baits. In this eBook internationally renowned wooden lure making authority Greg "Doc Lures" Vinall takes the mystery out of custom wooden lure making. In a simple, matter of fact way, the Doc breaks down the complex task of designing and making your own lures into basics that anyone can follow. Written for those who are new to the craft of lure making, this ebook will get you started on the path to success no matter what style of lure you plan to make From choosing the right wood and basic components to hand shaping, assembling and custom painting lures, you'll find a surprising wealth of information packed into this title. It's all the important stuff and none of the fluff! Why waste precious fishing time and money on trial and error? One read of this ebook will have you knocking out killer lures from your first attempts!

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Zen Handicapping: Sage Advice for the Modern Horse Player by Christian Blake (OMC Advertising) (98 Reviews)    Price verified 19 minutes ago

Sage advice for the modern horse player. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or professional horse player, you'll find useful information about betting the ponies inside this book.

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