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A Horse For Jesse: Twelve Palms Ranch Book 1 by Brianna York 4.4 Stars (181 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

From Award-Winning Author Brianna York Fans of the Tricolor Series and horse lovers will love this series! Jesse Bauer has dreamed of being a horse trainer since she was a little girl. As soon as she graduated from high school, she took her first horse training job. But the Arabian horse industry is a cutthroat business and Jesse is tired of disappointments and broken promises. Desperate for a change of scenery and a fresh start, Jesse moves to Arizona to take a job at Twelve Palms Ranch. The owner of Twelve Palms is one of the best horse trainers in the industry, but Jesse has history with him from when they were teenagers and she doesn't plan to stay long. Then she meets Midnight Renegade, a troubled horse with a tough past. She feels a kinship with the horse and decides she is going to help him become the amazing show horse she knows he can be. Can Jesse save Midnight Renegade and find herself in the process? Or will her time at Twelve Palms turn out to be one more dead end? "Wow, I really enjoyed this book. This talented author really brought us Jesse's story in a a very personal, believable way. In quick fashion we are told just how grueling and difficult life it can be to become what and who you want to be. How easy it is to consider chucking it all, no matter how much you may want something so important to you. Thanks, Ms York, for bringing this story to me. Book 2 is already in my library." "Loved the first book in this series!! Couldn't put it down, Arabian horses are the best, Jesse has her work cut out for her training a difficult stallion, now that she knows his problem, his training should go better!!! Can't wait for the next book in the series!!"

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 104 Pages (1,249 KB)
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Added: May 12th, 2024

Cycling & Walking the Camino de Santiago: Naoko Motohiro walked and her husband, Mike Newton, cycled the Camino de Santiago over five weeks from 2014 ... by Mike Newton 2.9 Stars (21 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

In early 2014 we visited our friends Jessica and Nigel, and the Camino de Santiago came up in conversation. They had just completed it but we had no idea that it even existed until they told us about it. We learnt that it was a famous walk that started in St Jean Pied-de-Port and finished at Santiago, a total of 800km equating to 500 miles. This distance seemed to be an awful long distance to me. The most I had walked in a day was the Yorkshire Three Peaks, which was about 25 miles. I had lost a few toenails on that walk and did not want to repeat the experience. However Naoko, who was a much keener walker than me, wanted to learn more about it. She was told that she should: ? Read the book by John Brierley, entitled 'Pilgrim's Guide To The Camino De Santiago'. ? Watch the film starring Martin Sheen called 'The Way'. We went on to walk & cycle the Camino over 3 years, with me cycling due to a foot problem. The book includes many photographs and our tale of of our trips, including the wonderful camaraderie that we found along the way.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 246 Pages (20,582 KB)
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Added: May 12th, 2024

Surviving in the Wild: Essential Techniques for Outdoor and Wilderness Situations (Survive Anywhere: Mastering the Art of Wilderness Resilience) by Barrett Williams Price verified 3 hours ago

Are you an adventurer, hiker, or nature lover who enjoys exploring the great outdoors? Do you dream of stepping off the beaten path and immersing yourself in the wonders of nature? If so, then you need the ultimate survival guide: Surviving in the Wild. This new eBook is jam-packed with essential tips and tricks that will help you stay safe and secure no matter where your adventures take you. From basic first aid techniques to understanding how to read maps and navigate in the wilderness, you'll learn everything you need to know to survive in even the toughest conditions. Chapter 4 is all about building shelter, and you'll discover expert tips for staying dry, warm, and safe no matter what the weather throws your way. Plus, Chapter 5 covers fire building techniques that will keep you cooking, warming up, and even signaling for help if you need it. But what about food and water? Not to worry! Chapter 6 focuses on finding and purifying water, while Chapter 7 gives you the inside scoop on foraging for food in the wild - all while avoiding the common pitfalls and dangers. And when emergencies arise (as they often do), you'll be fully prepared thanks to Chapters 8, 10, 11, and 14. You'll learn how to signal for help, deal with dangerous wildlife encounters, survive in extreme climates, and find your way back to civilization even if you're lost in the wilderness. But surviving in the wild isn't just about physical skills - it also requires mental toughness and a positive mindset. That's where Chapter 12 comes in. You'll learn how to stay calm and focused in a crisis, and come out on top no matter what the odds may be. Finally, Chapter 13 is devoted entirely to emergency preparedness. You'll learn how to create a plan for survival, one that's tailored specifically to your needs and circumstances. And in Chapter 15, you'll hear from real-life survivors who have been in your shoes and lived to tell the tale. So whether you're an experienced outdoorsman or a novice ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 127 Pages (1,468 KB)
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Added: May 12th, 2024

Coaching the 4-3-3: Playing Against the 4-2-3-1 by MICHAEL STAUBER 5.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Have you ever stared at that blank piece of paper thinking of what to do for practice? Have you ever finished a game and thought, "We really need to fix that"? Have you ever wanted new and fresh ideas for how to structure your sessions in a way that will naturally allow the topics you need your team to learn to naturally come out? Then THIS is the book you have been looking for! Coaching the 4-3-3: Playing Against the 4-2-3-1 is the definitive book to assist coaches of every level in the planning of practice sessions while coaching the popular 4-3-3 formation. This book will give you: ? 42 easy to understand practice sessions that follow a clear and logical progression ? 168 exercises that don't use ladders, hurdles, excessive grids and lines and mannequins. Just game-like exercises that allow the players to grasp the concepts easily ? Coaching points, Progressions, goals for both the team you are focusing on as well as the opposing team , and much more... ? The exact dimensions of the spaces needed, timings for each exercise, and equipment needed every single time ? QR Codes for every single exercise and session so that the coach can immediately print up their own copy, rather than hand-write each one To make the book as easy to use as possible for coaches, the book is broken into the 4 phases of play: • Attacking • Transition to Defend • Defending • Transition to Attack Then, those sections are further broken down in the zones of the field they happen in: · Zone 1 (third of the field closest to your goal) · Zone 2 (third of the field that is in the middle) · Zone 3 (third of the field where the opponents' goal is located) This way, coaches can immediately identify the problem their team is having, or what they want to work on at practice, and immediately go straight to that section. Does your team have trouble: · Carrying Forward with the Center Backs to Break the Press (Attacking - Zone 1) · Blocking the Channels with the Fullback ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 246 Pages
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Added: May 11th, 2024

Pucking My Fake Fiancé: An Enemies to Lovers Small Town Romance (Pucking Hot Hockey Billionaires) by Livvy Stone (VelvetDreams Press) 4.1 Stars (209 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

He's back. My small town's hockey god and my brother's best friend. The one who took my V-card and vanished without a word. Max Decker. Cocky, self-centered, he looks every bit the man I remember -- and more. His white T-shirt clings to his powerful arms. And his hands... strong, big, and thick, reveal his well-endowed nature. Now an NHL star, Max needs a fake fiancée to seal a multi-million-dollar deal. I'm not eager to play pretend with the boy who broke my heart, but my parents are about to lose their home, and Max can save them. Our charade sparks old flames. Stolen glances sizzle with desire. But when jealousies flare, Max faces a choice: his deal or us. I should probably tell him at this point that I'm pregnant. -- -- A standalone spicy novel with an HEA. No cliffhanger, no cheating, no love triangles and no violence.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 362 Pages (1,047 KB)
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Added: May 11th, 2024

Back Door Horse (Green Mountain Romance Book 1) by Heather Wallace 4.3 Stars (79 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

For Imogen Grey, a born and bred Jersey Girl, Vermont may as well be a different world. When she travels to her aunt's mountain home to help her recover from injury on her small farm, she comes face to face with an escape artist masquerading as a performance horse, a quiet but steady veterinarian she simply chooses not to be attracted to, and a rekindled passion she left behind in childhood. Suddenly, Imogen is questioning everything she thought she wanted. The Green Mountains are calling, but is she listening?

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 264 Pages (1,637 KB)
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Added: May 11th, 2024

Inspirational Basketball Stories for Young Readers (Inspirational Sports Stories for Young Readers Book 6) by Anthony Lynch 5.0 Stars (3 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

Conquer Hurdles; Awake Your Inner Champion; Be Inspired by Basketball's Greatest Stars! Looking for thrilling stories to captivate your child's imagination, fuel their curiosity, and nurture their love for great achievements? Set off on an exhilarating voyage through history with this captivating book, uncovering the extraordinary true tales of basketball's champions who conquered obstacles, overcame barriers, and left an indelible mark on the world of sports. Immerse yourself in a collection of captivating stories interwoven with motivational quotes that illuminate the path to triumph over adversity and the pursuit of dreams. Delve into the biographies of basketball luminaries and unearth the inspiring accounts of their extraordinary achievements. Discover the ideal gift for your basketball enthusiast. Whether they're passionate players, avid spectators, or curious minds, this gift is a slam dunk. Dive into the exhilarating world of basketball with "Inspirational Basketball Stories for Young Readers" - the ultimate book for budding hoopsters! Uncover the most captivating basketball narratives and ignite your passion for the game. Let these awe-inspiring stories propel you to new heights of excitement and inspiration! What's inside? • Fifteen successful basketball stories -- from well-known superstars like Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant to Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Wilt Chamberlain. Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey through the lives of these iconic figures, whose impact transcends the basketball court and continues to inspire generations. • Stories of resilience, determination, and triumph -- witness the sweat, the setbacks, and the moments of almost giving up. Your child will discover how these exceptional individuals overcame the most formidable adversaries to triumph. • Strong quotes -- powerful statements of renowned basketball superstars serving as beacons of inspiration for young sports enthusiasts, motivating ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 157 Pages
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Added: May 11th, 2024

Mental Toughness for Young Athletes: Discover the Secrets to Mastering Mental Toughness in Young Athletes, Propelling Them to Greater Heights in ... by Connor Lewisher 4.7 Stars (5 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Unlock the Secrets to Mental Toughness and Propel Your Young Athlete's Potential to New Heights! Are you a coach, parent, or educator striving to nurture a young athlete's mental resilience? Do you often witness budding talents held back not by physical limitations but mental barriers? Or are you in search of a tried-and-true method to embolden the next generation of athletes to achieve their dreams? Then this book is your golden ticket! Mental toughness is the unsung hero in the world of sports, often overshadowed by physical prowess. However, it's the mental game that truly differentiates good athletes from great ones. This groundbreaking guide delves deep into the realm of mental fortitude, equipping young athletes with the tools they need to overcome hurdles, both on and off the field. Dive into a meticulously crafted roadmap that unveils: • Chapter 1-3: The Foundation of Mental Toughness: Grasp the fundamental principles that set the stage for athletic brilliance. • Chapter 4-6: Building Resilience Through Adversity: Strategies for turning setbacks into powerful comebacks, ensuring every fall is followed by a stronger rise. • Chapter 7-9: The Athlete's Mindset: Harnessing visualization, goal-setting, and unwavering determination to sculpt an indomitable spirit. • Chapter 10-12: Nurturing a Supportive Environment: How coaches, parents, and peers can play pivotal roles in an athlete's mental growth. With hands-on guidance, you'll discover: ? The magic of setting shared goals, promoting mutual growth between mentor and athlete. ? The transformative power of visualization - the unsung secret behind champions' success stories. ? Techniques to emphasize victories, no matter how small, fostering an environment of unyielding positivity. ? Crystal-clear communication strategies, ensuring that guidance is effective and motivational, not inadvertently detrimental. ? How to instill tenacity, perseverance, and resilience, turning challenges ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 143 Pages (954 KB)
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Added: May 10th, 2024

Stretching for Seniors: Daily Mobility Exercises and Stretches to Increase Flexibility, Improve Posture, and Prevent Injury (Workouts for Men and ... by Scott Hamrick 4.1 Stars (19 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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"! ???

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 146 Pages (34,756 KB)
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Added: May 10th, 2024

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 4.9 Stars (86 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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 ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 230 Pages
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Added: May 10th, 2024

Balance Exercises for Seniors: The Ultimate Fall Prevention Guide with Simple Home Workouts for Improving Stability, Mobility, and Posture (Workouts ... by Scott Hamrick 4.3 Stars (32 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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! ?

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 146 Pages (26,783 KB)
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Added: May 9th, 2024

Overtime: Basketball, Faith and the Journey of a Lifetime by Greg Hayes 5.0 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 3 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 196 Pages (6,751 KB)
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Added: May 8th, 2024

RESISTANCE: BOOK 1 LIBERTY by EILIDH MCGINNESS 4.1 Stars (269 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 268 Pages (1,519 KB)
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Added: Apr 29th, 2024

51 QUESTIONS FOR THE DIEHARD FAN: LOS ANGELES DODGERS by Ryder Edwards 3.5 Stars (8 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 157 Pages (2,979 KB)
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Added: Apr 10th, 2024

MAX by Barry Friedman (Lulu.com) 3.8 Stars (21 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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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Length: 146 Pages (294 KB)
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Added: Mar 1st, 2024

Kentucky Derby IQ: The Ultimate Test of True Fandom by Joel Katte (Black Mesa Publishing) 4.6 Stars (16 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 168 Pages (6,890 KB)
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Added: Feb 10th, 2024

Before the Whistle: Football Coaching 101 by Matt Kunz 4.7 Stars (8 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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!

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 119 Pages (19 KB)
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Added: Dec 15th, 2023

Fantasy Football for Smart People: How to Cash in on the Future of the Game by Jonathan Bales 4.3 Stars (130 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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 [x]
Length: 151 Pages (2,720 KB)
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Added: Nov 27th, 2023

Jews in the Gym: Judaism, Sports, and Athletics (Studies in Jewish Civilization Book 23) by Leonard J. Greenspoon (Purdue University Press) Price verified 3 hours 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 [x]
Length: 307 Pages (8,919 KB)
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Added: Nov 25th, 2023

Six-Month Horse: A page-turning story of learning and laughing with friends, family, and horses (Island Series) by Tudor Robins 4.5 Stars (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 [x]
Length: 165 Pages (3,276 KB)
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Added: Nov 9th, 2023

Fantasy Baseball for Smart People: How to Profit Big During MLB Season by Jonathan Bales 4.6 Stars (224 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 197 Pages (3,066 KB)
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Added: Oct 29th, 2023

Mom’s Favorite Reads eMagazine December 2022 by Goylake Publishing (Goylake Publishing) 4.0 Stars (1 Review)    Price verified 5 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 [x]
Length: 112 Pages (28,816 KB)
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Added: Oct 21st, 2023

With God on their Side: Sport in the Service of Religion by Timothy Chandler (Routledge) 4.6 Stars (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 [x]
Length: 212 Pages (1,646 KB)
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Added: Aug 21st, 2023

Owning the Olympics: Narratives of the New China (The New Media World) by Monroe Price (University of Michigan Press) 4.5 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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 [x]
Length: 425 Pages (829 KB)
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Added: May 28th, 2023

Hunting with the Bow & Arrow by Saxton T. (Saxton Temple) Pope 4.4 Stars (408 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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 [x]
Length: 174 Pages (368 KB)
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Added: May 26th, 2023

Building Fires and Finding Stars: Why I Never Stop Traveling by Jason Cooper 5.0 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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 [x]
Length: 230 Pages (2,905 KB)
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Added: May 4th, 2023

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) 4.7 Stars (58 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 377 Pages (13,605 KB)
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Added: Mar 3rd, 2023

The Unforgettable World Cup: 31 Days of Triumph and Heartbreak in Brazil by The Wall Street Journal 3.8 Stars (642 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 154 Pages (21,245 KB)
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Added: Feb 23rd, 2023

A Climate of Justice: An Ethical Foundation for Environmentalism (Library of Public Policy and Public Administration Book 16) by Marvin T. Brown (Springer) 5.0 Stars (2 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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.

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Length: 335 Pages (3,115 KB)
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Added: Jul 26th, 2022

Wild For Her: A fling turns out to your new boss romance (Billionaire Cowboys Gone Wild) by Adriana French (Amazon Digital Services) 4.3 Stars (542 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours 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 [x]
Length: 134 Pages (3,837 KB)
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Added: Mar 24th, 2022

The Set Point: Securing the future of volleyball by Ary Graça (Editora Máquina de Livros) 4.7 Stars (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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Length: 159 Pages (19,239 KB)
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Added: Feb 18th, 2022

Kellen HalfCaste, Book 1: The Hammer and Snow: (Book 1) by Jeremy Mathiesen 4.1 Stars (27 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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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Length: 283 Pages (2,528 KB)
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Added: Jan 15th, 2022

Skate Life: Re-Imagining White Masculinity (Technologies of the Imagination: New Media in Everyday Life) by Emily Chivers Yochim (University of Michigan Press) 4.6 Stars (3 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours 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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Length: 240 Pages (1,518 KB)
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Added: Mar 19th, 2021

Cutters Vs. Jocks (Chicago Sports Romance) by Elizabeth Marx 4.3 Stars (107 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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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Length: 146 Pages (14,778 KB)
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Added: Jan 13th, 2021

The Comstocks of Cornell: John Henry Comstock and Anna Botsford Comstock by Anna Botsford Comstock (Comstock Publishing Associates) 4.7 Stars (5 Reviews)    Price verified 20 minutes 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 336 Pages (1,623 KB)
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Added: Oct 15th, 2020

Nature Guiding by William Gould Vinal (Comstock Publishing Associates) 3.7 Stars (4 Reviews)    Price verified 6 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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Length: 787 Pages (23,521 KB)
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Added: Sep 4th, 2020

Round About a Great Estate by Richard Jefferies 4.4 Stars (29 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 124 Pages (165 KB)
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Added: Aug 21st, 2019

The Fly Caster Who Tried to Make Peace With the World by Randy Kadish 4.3 Stars (189 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 272 Pages (2,014 KB)
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Added: Aug 18th, 2019

Everywhere We Go: Hooligan Series - Book One by Dougie Brimson (Category C Publishing) 3.6 Stars (695 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 196 Pages (421 KB)
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Added: Jul 26th, 2019

Our Vanishing Wild Life Its Extermination and Preservation by William Temple Hornaday 4.0 Stars (14 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 507 Pages (1,403 KB)
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Added: Jan 24th, 2019

The eNotated Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum 4.6 Stars (66 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 808 Pages (2,350 KB)
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Added: Aug 22nd, 2017

Prepared: The 8 Secret Skills of an Ex-IDF Special Forces Operator That Will Keep You Safe - Basic Guide by Roy Shepard 4.1 Stars (650 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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 ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 103 Pages (5,058 KB)
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Added: Aug 18th, 2017

Triathlon: The Beginners Guide: Finish your first triathlon; training tips and racing secrets to make you a faster triathlete by Terry Stevennson 3.8 Stars (459 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Finish Your First Triathlon and Impress the Doubters Who Said You Couldn't Veteran Triathlon Coach with students in over 35 countries across the globe wants to add you to the First Time Finishers List. Are you thinking about getting into triathlon or attempting your first race? Maybe you're curious about this whole "Triathlon" thing and want to know if its right for you? If you've ever thought about doing a triathlon, you're in the right place. Triathlon: the Beginners Guide Will Be Your Trusted Guide Triathlon can be confusing. Let me help you get started. • Don't be intimidated by skinny 20-somethings squeezed into lycra. • Don't rush into dangerous amounts of joint-pounding training; risking your health. • Don't be fooled into buying tons of expensive and unnecessary equipment. The Beginners Guide will act as your road-map to Triathlon success It covers every aspect of your triathlon, including: • which Triathlon distance is right for you • how to swim and get over the fear of swimming in open-water, away from the safety and familiarity of your local pool. • becoming a fast (and safe) cyclist, without spending thousands of dollars on a professional-grade bike • how to run after you've just finished an intense bike ride • what to look for in a triathlon training plan, and how to tell if you should tear yours up on the spot • what you need to eat and drink; before, during and after your race • how to put it all together in the intense "transition area" and • how to survive race day nerves and the complex logistics of a triathlon race site. I'll Also Reveal these Nuggets of Triathlon Gold; Earned from Over 25 Years of Triathlon • the same "Six Periods of Training" I use with my $1000 per month one-on-one students • the simple truth about structuring your Triathlon training... no math formula or science PhD required • why "standard" advice about open-water swimming will leave you gasping for air while others swim ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 107 Pages (1,816 KB)
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Added: Oct 5th, 2015

Bubba Watson: Victory at the Masters by Golf Channel Staff 3.4 Stars (176 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

"I don't play the sport for fame. I don't try to win tournaments for fame. I don't do any of that. It's just me. I'm just Bubba. I goof around. I joke around. I just want to be me and play golf." -- Bubba Watson Widely recognized as one of the game's longest hitters for the better part of a decade, Bubba Watson has successfully reinvented himself since picking up his first PGA Tour victory in the summer of 2010. In this collection, the staff of Golf Channel profiles the enigmatic player whose stunning victory in the 2012 Masters featured four birdies on the final six holes of regulation and one of the most memorable shots in tournament history on the second hole of a sudden-death playoff. Relive Bubba's monumental victory day by day as Golf Channel's writers examine his game before and during the incredible win in Augusta. Included are a prologue and epilogue from John Hawkins, thoughts about what's next for the Masters Champion, a photo gallery capturing Bubba's surprise visit to Golf Channel's "Morning Drive" and additional photos taken during his popular interview with David Feherty.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 113 Pages (16,112 KB)
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Added: Oct 5th, 2015

Stories by Foreign Authors: Russian by Unknown 3.4 Stars (14 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 106 Pages (263 KB)
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Added: Sep 3rd, 2015

The Man-Eaters of Tsavo and Other East African Adventures by John Henry Patterson 4.3 Stars (679 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 141 Pages (267 KB)
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Added: Mar 20th, 2015

Camp and Trail by Stewart Edward White 4.0 Stars (83 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 157 Pages (320 KB)
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Added: Sep 18th, 2014

Warwick Woodlands Things as they Were There Twenty Years Ago by Henry William Herbert 4.1 Stars (8 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 216 Pages (462 KB)
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Added: Apr 2nd, 2014

Draft of a Plan for Beginning Animal Sanctuaries in Labrador by William Charles Henry Wood Price verified 7 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 108 Pages (102 KB)
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Added: Mar 24th, 2014

Mink Trapping A Book of Instruction Giving Many Methods of Trapping—A Valuable Book for Trappers. by A. R. (Arthur Robert) Harding 4.1 Stars (40 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

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Genre: Sports & Outdoors [x]
Length: 176 Pages (178 KB)
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