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"! ???

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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 4 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 46 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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 2 hours 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 ...

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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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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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

Amateur Espionage : Spy Skills for Everyday Life (The Archangel Intelligence Series Book 3) by P.J. Agness (10 Reviews)    Price verified 9 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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

51 QUESTIONS FOR THE DIEHARD FAN: LOS ANGELES DODGERS by Ryder Edwards (8 Reviews)    Price verified 4 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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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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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!

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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!

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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 36 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

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 8 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 2 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.

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Mom’s Favorite Reads eMagazine December 2022 by Goylake Publishing (Goylake Publishing) (1 Review)    Price verified 9 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

Calisthenics for Beginners: 3 Manuscripts in 1- Transform Your Body with Fun and Effective Bodyweight Workouts by Willis Benson (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Calisthenics for Beginners: 3 Manuscripts in 1- Transform Your Body with Fun and Effective Bodyweight Workouts is a comprehensive guide to bodyweight training, ideal for anyone looking to transform their body with fun and effective workouts. This book includes three separate manuscripts that cover all aspects of calisthenics, from the basics to more advanced techniques, helping readers to build strength, improve fitness, and achieve their fitness goals. Some of the benefits of this book include: • A step-by-step guide to the fundamentals of calisthenics, including proper form and technique for each exercise • A variety of workouts and training programs to suit all levels, from beginner to intermediate • Tips and advice for optimizing your workout routine, including how to increase intensity and modify exercises for greater challenge • Information on nutrition and lifestyle habits to support your fitness goals and help you achieve overall wellness • Strategies for setting and achieving your fitness goals, tracking your progress, and staying motivated throughout your fitness journey. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced athlete, Calisthenics for Beginners: 3 Manuscripts in 1- Transform Your Body with Fun and Effective Bodyweight Workouts has everything you need to take your fitness to the next level and achieve the body you've always wanted.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

With God on their Side: Sport in the Service of Religion by Timothy Chandler (Routledge) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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.

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PREPPERS LONG TERM SURVIVAL GUIDE 2023: The Ultimate Prepper's Handbook for Off Grid Living for 5 Years: Ultimate Survival Tips, Off the Grid ... by Kyle Donovan (20 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Don't wait for disaster to strike - act now! In the face of uncertain times, the Prepper's Long-Term Survival Guide 2023 is your essential companion to thriving in a world of unpredictable challenges. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or new to the concept, this comprehensive handbook provides you with the knowledge and strategies you need to sustain yourself and your loved ones for a full five years in an off-grid environment. Inside this invaluable guide, you'll discover: • Essential Prepping Techniques: From food and water storage to self-defense and medical preparedness, learn the fundamental skills required to navigate the post-disaster landscape confidently. • Off-Grid Living Mastery: Uncover the secrets of self-sufficient living, harnessing renewable energy sources, growing your own food, and building sustainable shelter. Gain the independence and resilience needed to thrive without relying on traditional infrastructure. • Survival Mindset: Discover the psychological and emotional tools necessary to stay calm, adaptable, and resourceful when faced with adversity. Develop mental toughness and cultivate a positive outlook in the most challenging circumstances. • Thriving in Community: Learn the power of forging connections and building strong networks with like-minded individuals. Discover the benefits of teamwork, sharing resources, and creating resilient communities for long-term survival. • Adapting to Changing Environments: Gain insights into navigating various terrains and climates, from rural settings to urban landscapes. Prepare for both natural and man-made disasters and adapt your strategies accordingly. Don't leave your survival to chance. Get your copy of the Prepper's Long-Term Survival Guide 2023 today and take control of your future. It's time to be prepared.

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Owning the Olympics: Narratives of the New China (The New Media World) by Monroe Price (University of Michigan Press) (4 Reviews)    Price verified 9 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 ...

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Hunting with the Bow & Arrow by Saxton T. (Saxton Temple) Pope (408 Reviews)    Price verified 3 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 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 41 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

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.

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

The Unforgettable World Cup: 31 Days of Triumph and Heartbreak in Brazil by The Wall Street Journal (642 Reviews)    Price verified 8 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 4 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

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 46 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!

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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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Wommack's Self-Defense for Women: 3 Seconds to Live by David R. Wommack (David R. Wommack Publishing) (22 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Every woman (or girl) has a secret fear: THE FEAR THAT SHE WILL BE VICIOUSLY ATTACKED OR SEXUALLY HARASSED. It's a recurring nightmare. This book simplifies REAL SELF-DEFENSE FOR WOMEN! Our guide is simple and straightforward. Not complicated. It can be learned -- mentally & physically -- and practiced at home or the gym. We teach you the techniques, in words and photographs. Clearly. Concisely. We discard many techniques that might be OK for trained karate or other martial arts experts, but are useless to you -- and may even put you in more danger. Variations of these techniques have been taught to thousands of his students by the co-author, Keiko Arroyo. They can and should be part of every woman's training. The world is getting more and more dangerous. Be prepared!

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 2 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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How To Choose Self Defense Ammunition (Cunningham Grant) by Grant Cunningham (151 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

Confused about what defensive ammunition to buy? Don't be! How To Choose Self Defense Ammunition is here to help! In this easy-to-read book, defensive shooting expert Grant Cunningham tells you what you need to know to confidently buy self defense ammunition for your pistol, revolver, rifle or shotgun. Grant cuts through the misinformation to teach you the realities of defensive ammunition. No soundbites or old wive's tales -- just logical, factual information that will help you pick the right ammunition for your gun and your life. What you'll find in this book: • The Role of Ammunition in Self Defense • There Is No Such Thing as a Magic Bullet • How Ammunition Works • Task One: If it doesn't get somewhere, it can't do anything • Task Two: Once it gets there, it has to do work • What The Bullet Does • Bullets need energy • How Do We Judge Effectiveness? • The Reputation of the Bullet • Ballistic Testing • "On The Street" Results • Defensive Ammunition Recommendations • How I Choose Defensive Ammunition • Two Questions To Ask Your Ammo Maker • Stick With What Works • How Important is Accuracy? • What about handloads? • Specific Ammunition Recommendations No matter what defensive firearm you have, no matter how long you've been shooting, this book will teach you what you need to know to make the most effective ammunition choices!

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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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Martial Arts: Behind the Myths! (The Martial Arts and Self Defense Secrets You NEED to Know!) by Phil Pierce (570 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Unlock the hidden secrets of Martial Arts and Self Defense... The no.1 download: Get your copy now! From acclaimed author Phil Pierce, discover the truths behind the secretive and fantastical world of martial arts. - Do you know the best martial art for 'real' street self-defense? - Or how board breaking really works... and how you can do it? - Uncover the one self-defense myth that could keep you alive! - The truth behind martial arts superhumans. - Which is the original martial art? - The truth about your inner badass. - The surprising reality behind everyone's favorite weapon. - The secret 'trick' to Bruce Lee's One Inch Punch (and how to do it yourself). Discover these and much more inside! From Amazon bestselling martial arts author Phil Pierce, this guide cracks open the secretive techniques and explores why we are fascinated by the unknown and the mysterious world of combat arts. Whether you train in Karate, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, MMA, or just want to learn the insider tips and tricks, get your copy now. To say thanks for checking out this book you can get a FREE copy of "3 Steps to Explosive Power for Martial Arts and Fitness" from my website now. Just visit: www.BlackBeltFit.com Claim your free copy now! Tags: Martial Arts, Self Defense, Self Defence, MMA, Karate, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Bruce Lee, Krav Maga, UFC

Genre: Sports & Outdoors

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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Round About a Great Estate by Richard Jefferies (29 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

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The Fly Caster Who Tried to Make Peace With the World by Randy Kadish (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.

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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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The No B.S. Straightforward Supplement Guide: The Real, Science-Based Facts About Effective Muscle Building and Fat Loss Supplementation (The Lean ... by Tyler Johnston (62 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

THE MAJORITY OF MUSCLE BUILDING AND FAT LOSS SUPPLEMENTS BEING SOLD TODAY ARE... QUITE SIMPLY... BULLSH*T Find Out What's Worth It and What's Worthless Once and For All In a fitness industry that has become completely overrun with fads, false information and outright scams, The No B.S. Straightforward Supplement Guide was written as your no nonsense resource to help you reach your fitness goals of building muscle and burning fat the right way. Stop falling for the multi-million dollar ads that talk about the latest "revolutionary discovery" that will allow you to pack on 50lbs of muscle while you sit on the couch Beyond a small handful of supplements, most of what's out there flat out doesn't work, yet most trainees still hugely over-value these products and have completely unrealistic expectations about just how big (or small) of an impact the "latest breakthrough pill" will actually have. STOP Wasting Money, STOP The Confusion In this No B.S. guide, I'll be laying out the honest truth about which supplements actually work and how to include them in your plan to maximize your results. Here's a sample of some of the things you're going to learn when you read this book: • How to Save Hundreds, if not Thousands of Dollars of Your Hard Earned Money • The 6 Secret Scams of the Supplement Industry • Which Supplements are the Best for Building Muscle, and Which are Overhyped and Overpriced • Which Supplements are the Best for Burning Fat, and Which are Overhyped and Overpriced • The 5 Essential Supplements to Make up the Foundation of Your Plan • The Extended Supplement Stack to Fully Maximize Your Results • The Perfect Pre-Workout Stack • And More... Learn The Science-Based Info You Can Trust I get it... I love the idea of lying back, popping a few pills and slugging back a quick shake to see an effortless, overnight boost in muscle growth and fat loss just as much as the next guy. But it just doesn't work that way, no matter what the ...

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40 DAYS: Life, Love, Loss and A Historic Run Around One of the World's Largest Lakes by Steven Cannon (Brian Meeks ecocandleriel@gmail.com) (91 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Praise For 40 Days: "A fantastic adventure the whole way." - B. D. M. "Ruined my day. Couldn't put it down. I love a story of someone setting an unimaginable goal and then following along with them on the struggles along the way." - A.B. "Such an inspiring story and accomplishment. A+" - W.G. A Marathon A Day... Everyday The first crazy idea was to run across Iowa. He did it in 11 Days. Now what? Lake Michigan called. Nobody had ever run around her beautiful shores. Steve wanted to be the first. 40 Days is a brutally honest and inspiring story about Steve's historic 40 day, 1037 mile run around Lake Michigan. You'll get drawn into his daily account of the challenges both, mental and physical, that did their best to stop him from completing his historic lap. An amazing story of what can happen when you push yourself farther than you ever thought was possible. If you love adventure then this story will be for you because everyone loves seeing someone test their limits. Pick up your copy now to begin the adventure.

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Our Vanishing Wild Life Its Extermination and Preservation by William Temple Hornaday (14 Reviews)    Price verified 36 minutes ago

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The eNotated Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum (66 Reviews)    Price verified 51 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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Muscle Myths: 50 Health & Fitness Mistakes You Don't Know You're Making (The Build Muscle, Get Lean, and Stay Healthy Series) by Michael Matthews (Oculus Publishers) (1,046 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

If you've ever felt lost in the sea of contradictory training and diet advice out there and you just want to know once and for all what works and what doesn't -- what's scientifically true and what's false -- when it comes to building muscle and getting ripped, then you need to read this book. Let me ask you a question. Do any of the following claims sound familiar? "I have bad genetics -- I'm a 'hardgainer.'" "You have to work your abs more to get a six-pack." "When doing cardio, you want your heart rate in the 'fat burning zone.'" "You have to do cardio for 20 minutes before your body starts burning fat." "Don't eat at night if you want to lose weight." "Steroids make you look great." "I'm overweight because I have a slow metabolism." You've probably heard one or more of these statements before, and the sad truth is lies like these have ruined many people's fitness ambitions. There are many, many more. Thanks to the overwhelming amount of fitness pseudo-science and lies being pushed on us every day by bogus magazines and self-styled "gurus," it's becoming harder and harder to get in shape. Muscle Myths was written to debunk the most commonplace and harmful gimmicks, fads, myths, and misinformation in the health and fitness industry. Here are just some of the things you'll learn in this book: Why you don't have to cut carbohydrates (carbs), or fat, or eat weird combinations of food to lose weight. The truth about supplements and why 99% of them are a complete waste of money (and the few that are actually scientifically proven to work). What it actually takes to "tone up" -- and it's not doing "shaping exercises" (these don't exist) or doing a million reps every workout. Why women shouldn't be training differently than men if they want the lean, toned, and sexy type of body that they see in magazines, TV shows, and movies. The scientific secrets of getting a six-pack. Forget 6-minute gimmicks, doing endless crunches, and hours of grueling cardio ...

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Triathlon: The Beginners Guide: Finish your first triathlon; training tips and racing secrets to make you a faster triathlete by Terry Stevennson (459 Reviews)    Price verified 2 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 ...

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Bubba Watson: Victory at the Masters by Golf Channel Staff (176 Reviews)    Price verified 41 minutes 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.

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Stories by Foreign Authors: Russian by Unknown (14 Reviews)    Price verified 9 hours ago

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The Man-Eaters of Tsavo and Other East African Adventures by John Henry Patterson (679 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

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Camp and Trail by Stewart Edward White (83 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

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Warwick Woodlands Things as they Were There Twenty Years Ago by Henry William Herbert (8 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

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Draft of a Plan for Beginning Animal Sanctuaries in Labrador by William Charles Henry Wood Price verified 9 hours ago

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Mink Trapping A Book of Instruction Giving Many Methods of Trapping—A Valuable Book for Trappers. by A. R. (Arthur Robert) Harding (40 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

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