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Boxing: A Concise History of the Sweet Science

Gerald R Gems · Rowman & Lttlefield Education,
Pages: 345
Format: Print book

Sports fans have long been fascinated with boxing and the brutal demonstration of physical and psychological conflict. Accounts of the sport appear as far back as the third millennium BC, and Greek and Roman sculptors depicted the athletic ideals of the ancient era in the form of boxers....
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Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success

Phil Jackson · Penguin Press; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

During his storied career as head coach of the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers, Phil Jackson won more championships than any coach in the history of professional sports. Even more important, he succeeded in never wavering from coaching his way, from a place of deep values. Jackson...
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Sports Illustrated Basketball's Greatest

Editors of Sports Illustrated · Sports Illustrated
Format: Hardcover

Whos the greatest center of all time, Wilt Chamberlain or Kareem Abdul-Jabbar? Where does Shaquille ONeal land in the rankings? Would you pick Tim Duncan or Charles Barkley as the better power forward? Whos your best Sixth Man? Where does LeBron James rank among small forwards? Sports...
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The Total Motorcycling Manual

Mark Lindemann · Weldon Owen
Format: Hardcover

Whether you’re a daily commuter, a weekend touring rider, or an off-road dirt fiend, this comprehensive guide from the experts at Cycle World magazine has the tried-and-true tips and tricks you need. Covers buying the right bike, riding safely, touring on two wheels, and maintaining...
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The Angler's Practical Guide to Fishing: Freshwater, Game, Saltwater, Fly Fishing: A comprehensive how-to manual on tackle, techniques and locations, shown step-by-step in over 1200 pictures

Martin Ford · Lorenz Books
Format: Hardcover

Expert advice on where to fish, what to fish for, the best fishing techniques for all kinds of species, and locations and tips on reading all types of water. The book includes an in-depth visual guide to all the major species of fish, together with professional tips of the trade on how to catch...
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Long Shot

Mike Piazza · Simon & Schuster; 1St Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

Mike Piazzas autobiography—the candid story of the greatest hitting catcher in the history of baseball, from his inauspicious draft selection to his Hall of Fame-worthy achievements and the unusual controversies that marked his career. Mike Piazza was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers...
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Season of Saturdays: A History of College Football in 14 Games

Michael Weinreb · Scribner
Format: Hardcover

From an award-winning writer, journalist, and college football expert: an entertaining cultural history that highlights the key moments, games, personalities, and scandals of the popular and controversial American pastime.Every Saturday in the fall, countless college students, alumni, and sports...
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unPHILtered: The Way I See It

Phil Robertson · Howard Books; First Edition edition
Format: Hardcover

The beloved patriarch of AEs Duck Dynasty series, Phil Robertson, shares his thoughtful—and opinionated—philosophy on life. In Phil Robertsons 1 New York Times bestseller, Happy, Happy, Happy, we learned about Phils colorful past and the wild road to becoming the beloved patriarch of AEs smash...
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Sailing Around the World: 80 Destinations

Elisabetta Eo?rdegh; Carlo Auriemma; Erin Jennison · White Star Publishers
Format: Hardcover

The idea of sailing around the world fascinates even the landlubbers among us. Elisabetta Eördegh and Carlo Auriemma have actually lived this dream for more than 20 years, journeying from the Polynesian islands to the Panama Canal. Here, through breathtaking images, they share their...
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Handy Dad in the Great Outdoors

Todd Davis · Chronicle Books

Slacklining, edible bugs, tarp surfing, and more! In this awesome follow-up to the hugely popular Handy Dad, extreme sports athlete and TV host Todd Davis gathers more than 30 projects and activities sure to get kids outside and entertained for hours. With easy-to-follow instructions, helpful...
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