NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERHistory was made at the 2015 Belmont Stakes when American Pharoah won the Triple Crown, the first since Affirmed in 1978. As magnificent as the champion is, the team behind him has been all too human while on the road to immortality.Written by an award-winning New York Times sportswriter, American Pharoah is the definitive account not only of how the ethereal colt won the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes, but how he changed lives. Through extensive interviews, Drape explores the making of an exceptional racehorse, chronicling key events en route to history. Covering everything from the flamboyant owner's successful track record, the jockey's earlier heartbreaking losses, and the Hall of Fame trainer's intensity, Drape paints a stirring portrait of a horse for the ages and the people around him.
Hachette Books
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9780316268844
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Hardcover
The Hibernian miscellany
By Sinnett, Bobby
The Hibernian Miscellany - a book on the Hi-Bees like no other - is packed with facts, stats, trivia, stories and legends. From a European Cup semi-final to near extinction (more than once) , from beating Barcelona and Real Madrid to losing to Stranraer and Edinburgh City, it's all here. Classic matches, the men who played for both Hibs and Hearts, nearly going out of business less than two years after winning the Scottish Cup, famous fans such as Dougray Scott, they all have a story to tell. The record wins, defeats, attendances, and plenty of facts about the club are listed in great detail, plus the answer to many questions such as what links Alan Hansen and George Burley to Hibs, and just what happened the famous night that Hibs knocked Barcelona out of the Fairs Cup.
History Press
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9780752490793
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The Sixth Man
By Iguodala, Andre
The standout memoir from NBA powerhouse Andre Iguodala, the indomitable sixth man of the champion Golden State Warriors.Andre Iguodala is one of the most admired players in the NBA. And fresh off the Warriors' third NBA championship in the last four years, his game has never been stronger. Off the court, Iguodala has earned respect, too - for his successful tech investments, his philanthropy, and increasingly for his contributions to the conversation about race in America. It is no surprise, then, that in his first book, Andre - with his cowriter Carvell Wallace - has pushed himself to go further than he ever has before about his life, not only as an athlete but about what makes him who he is at his core.The Sixth Man traces Andre's journey from childhood in his Illinois hometown to his Bay Area home court today. Basketball has always been there. But this is the story, too, of his experience of the conflict and racial tension always at hand in a professional league made up largely of African American men; of whether and why the athlete owes the total sacrifice of his body; of the relationship between competition and brotherhood among the players of one of history's most glorious championship teams. And of what motivates an athlete to keep striving for more once they've already achieved the highest level of play they could have dreamed. On drive, on leadership, on pain, on accomplishment, on the shame of being given a role, and the glory of taking a role on: This is a powerful memoir of life and basketball that reveals new depths to the superstar athlete, and offers tremendous insight into most urgent stories being told in American society today.
Blue Rider Press
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9780525533986
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Hardcover
The Little Red Book of Liverpool FC
By Phillips, Darren
To find the record crowd for a home game, the record appearance holder, or longest-serving manager look no further than this book on the Reds, packed with facts, stats, trivia, stories, and legends Liverpool, the most prolific trophy-winning club in the history of domestic and European football, has a rich and varied history. Players such as Elisha Scott, Billy Liddell, Kenny Dalglish, Ian Rush, and Steven Gerrard are synonymous with the club's success and their achievements, along with all those who have worn the red shirt, are envied throughout the world. This book charts the club's history in an intriguing format which will appeal to all fans, covering the players and characters that have represented Liverpool over the years and the events that have shaped the club.
The History Press
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9780750953986
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New York Mets Fans' Bucket List
By Cerrone, Matthew
Every New York Mets fan has a bucket list of activities to take part in at some point in their lives. But even the most die-hard fans haven't done everything there is to experience in and around New York. From singing "Meet the Mets" to running the old Shea Stadium bases, author Matthew Cerrone provides ideas, recommendations, and insider tips for must-see places and can't-miss activities near Citi Field. But not every experience requires a trip to Queens; long-distance Mets fans can cross some items off their list from the comfort of their own homes. Whether you're attending every home game or supporting the Mets from afar, there's something for every fan to do in The New York Mets Fans' Bucket List.
This item is Non-Returnable.
Triumph Books
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9781633197824
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NOOK Book
Following Through
By Wind, Herbert Warren
A collection of the wonderfully entertaining golf articles written by renowned writer Herbert Warren Wind during his 25 years with The New Yorker, this classic book provides an intriguing portrait of golf and its celebrated players--with two essays added for this special paperback edition.
HarperCollins; Expanded edition
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9781504027595
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Paperback
Ta ra Fergie
By Molyneux, Pete
The story of United from a fan's perspective, covering Alex Ferguson's reignIn December 1989, United fanatic Pete Molyneux raised a banner calling for Alex Ferguson's head, sparking the biggest protest in Old Trafford's 100 years. For manager and supporter alike it was their darkest hour. Pete never gave up on his team and, thank God, Fergie stayed. Ta Ra Fergie! tells Pete's story of his time following United at home and abroad since 1964, attendingmore than2, 000 matches. From the despair of relegation and the tortuous false-dawns of the 1980s to that elusive title win, the doubles, the treble, and two more European Cups, his obsession with watching United brought countless thrills but it also had a darker side that led to heartache and tragedy.
This item is Non-Returnable.
The History Press
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9780752493725
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100 Things Iowa Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die
By Brown, Rick
Most Iowa Hawkeyes fans have attended a basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, seen highlights of "The Catch" that beat LSU in 2005, and were thrilled by the schools run to the 2014-15 Big Ten Football Championship Game. But only real fans know how many players have had their numbers retired, the best place to grab a bite before the game, or the only Iowa basketball player to lead the nation in scoring. 100 Things Iowa Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of Iowa athletics. Whether youre a die-hard fan from the days of Nile Kinnick or a new supporter of Fran McCaffery, this book contains everything Hawkeyes fans should know, see, and do in their lifetime.
Triumph Books
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9781633196568
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Hardcover
Sporting Ancestors
By Gregson, Keith
Sport, in its many forms, is an important part of British heritage and our family histories are littered with amateur and professional sporting references. As people moved from country to town, sport became fashionable and organised, and our ancestors left us with records of their sporting deeds. Newspaper reports, minute books, club histories, team photographs and even cartoons are all available to the family historian. Discover which sports were played when, where and why. Read example case studies, find out how to begin your own research and learn what resources are available to help you progress. From Victorian prizefighters to Edwardian ladies' archery, from inter-war football teams to the shin-kicking contests of the Cotswold Olimpicks - Sporting Ancestors is the essential guide for those wanting to explore what part sport has played in their national and family history.
The History Press
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9780752477626
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Book
The Joy of Sweat
By Everts, Sarah
A taboo-busting romp through the shame, stink, and strange science of sweating.Sweating may be one of our weirdest biological functions, but it's also one of our most vital and least understood. In The Joy of Sweat, Sarah Everts delves into its role in the body -- and in human history.Why is sweat salty? Why do we sweat when stressed? Why do some people produce colorful sweat? And should you worry about Big Brother tracking the hundreds of molecules that leak out in your sweat -- not just the stinky ones or alleged pheromones -- but the ones that reveal secrets about your health and vices?Everts's entertaining investigation takes readers around the world -- from Moscow, where she participates in a dating event in which people sniff sweat in search of love, to New Jersey, where companies hire trained armpit sniffers to assess the efficacy of their anti-sweat products.
American Pharoah
By Drape, Joe
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERHistory was made at the 2015 Belmont Stakes when American Pharoah won the Triple Crown, the first since Affirmed in 1978. As magnificent as the champion is, the team behind him has been all too human while on the road to immortality.Written by an award-winning New York Times sportswriter, American Pharoah is the definitive account not only of how the ethereal colt won the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes, but how he changed lives. Through extensive interviews, Drape explores the making of an exceptional racehorse, chronicling key events en route to history. Covering everything from the flamboyant owner's successful track record, the jockey's earlier heartbreaking losses, and the Hall of Fame trainer's intensity, Drape paints a stirring portrait of a horse for the ages and the people around him.
The Hibernian miscellany
By Sinnett, Bobby
The Hibernian Miscellany - a book on the Hi-Bees like no other - is packed with facts, stats, trivia, stories and legends. From a European Cup semi-final to near extinction (more than once) , from beating Barcelona and Real Madrid to losing to Stranraer and Edinburgh City, it's all here. Classic matches, the men who played for both Hibs and Hearts, nearly going out of business less than two years after winning the Scottish Cup, famous fans such as Dougray Scott, they all have a story to tell. The record wins, defeats, attendances, and plenty of facts about the club are listed in great detail, plus the answer to many questions such as what links Alan Hansen and George Burley to Hibs, and just what happened the famous night that Hibs knocked Barcelona out of the Fairs Cup.
The Sixth Man
By Iguodala, Andre
The standout memoir from NBA powerhouse Andre Iguodala, the indomitable sixth man of the champion Golden State Warriors.Andre Iguodala is one of the most admired players in the NBA. And fresh off the Warriors' third NBA championship in the last four years, his game has never been stronger. Off the court, Iguodala has earned respect, too - for his successful tech investments, his philanthropy, and increasingly for his contributions to the conversation about race in America. It is no surprise, then, that in his first book, Andre - with his cowriter Carvell Wallace - has pushed himself to go further than he ever has before about his life, not only as an athlete but about what makes him who he is at his core.The Sixth Man traces Andre's journey from childhood in his Illinois hometown to his Bay Area home court today. Basketball has always been there. But this is the story, too, of his experience of the conflict and racial tension always at hand in a professional league made up largely of African American men; of whether and why the athlete owes the total sacrifice of his body; of the relationship between competition and brotherhood among the players of one of history's most glorious championship teams. And of what motivates an athlete to keep striving for more once they've already achieved the highest level of play they could have dreamed. On drive, on leadership, on pain, on accomplishment, on the shame of being given a role, and the glory of taking a role on: This is a powerful memoir of life and basketball that reveals new depths to the superstar athlete, and offers tremendous insight into most urgent stories being told in American society today.
The Little Red Book of Liverpool FC
By Phillips, Darren
To find the record crowd for a home game, the record appearance holder, or longest-serving manager look no further than this book on the Reds, packed with facts, stats, trivia, stories, and legends Liverpool, the most prolific trophy-winning club in the history of domestic and European football, has a rich and varied history. Players such as Elisha Scott, Billy Liddell, Kenny Dalglish, Ian Rush, and Steven Gerrard are synonymous with the club's success and their achievements, along with all those who have worn the red shirt, are envied throughout the world. This book charts the club's history in an intriguing format which will appeal to all fans, covering the players and characters that have represented Liverpool over the years and the events that have shaped the club.
New York Mets Fans' Bucket List
By Cerrone, Matthew
Every New York Mets fan has a bucket list of activities to take part in at some point in their lives. But even the most die-hard fans haven't done everything there is to experience in and around New York. From singing "Meet the Mets" to running the old Shea Stadium bases, author Matthew Cerrone provides ideas, recommendations, and insider tips for must-see places and can't-miss activities near Citi Field. But not every experience requires a trip to Queens; long-distance Mets fans can cross some items off their list from the comfort of their own homes. Whether you're attending every home game or supporting the Mets from afar, there's something for every fan to do in The New York Mets Fans' Bucket List. This item is Non-Returnable.
Following Through
By Wind, Herbert Warren
A collection of the wonderfully entertaining golf articles written by renowned writer Herbert Warren Wind during his 25 years with The New Yorker, this classic book provides an intriguing portrait of golf and its celebrated players--with two essays added for this special paperback edition.
Ta ra Fergie
By Molyneux, Pete
The story of United from a fan's perspective, covering Alex Ferguson's reignIn December 1989, United fanatic Pete Molyneux raised a banner calling for Alex Ferguson's head, sparking the biggest protest in Old Trafford's 100 years. For manager and supporter alike it was their darkest hour. Pete never gave up on his team and, thank God, Fergie stayed. Ta Ra Fergie! tells Pete's story of his time following United at home and abroad since 1964, attendingmore than2, 000 matches. From the despair of relegation and the tortuous false-dawns of the 1980s to that elusive title win, the doubles, the treble, and two more European Cups, his obsession with watching United brought countless thrills but it also had a darker side that led to heartache and tragedy. This item is Non-Returnable.
100 Things Iowa Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die
By Brown, Rick
Most Iowa Hawkeyes fans have attended a basketball game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, seen highlights of "The Catch" that beat LSU in 2005, and were thrilled by the schools run to the 2014-15 Big Ten Football Championship Game. But only real fans know how many players have had their numbers retired, the best place to grab a bite before the game, or the only Iowa basketball player to lead the nation in scoring. 100 Things Iowa Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resource guide for true fans of Iowa athletics. Whether youre a die-hard fan from the days of Nile Kinnick or a new supporter of Fran McCaffery, this book contains everything Hawkeyes fans should know, see, and do in their lifetime.
Sporting Ancestors
By Gregson, Keith
Sport, in its many forms, is an important part of British heritage and our family histories are littered with amateur and professional sporting references. As people moved from country to town, sport became fashionable and organised, and our ancestors left us with records of their sporting deeds. Newspaper reports, minute books, club histories, team photographs and even cartoons are all available to the family historian. Discover which sports were played when, where and why. Read example case studies, find out how to begin your own research and learn what resources are available to help you progress. From Victorian prizefighters to Edwardian ladies' archery, from inter-war football teams to the shin-kicking contests of the Cotswold Olimpicks - Sporting Ancestors is the essential guide for those wanting to explore what part sport has played in their national and family history.
The Joy of Sweat
By Everts, Sarah
A taboo-busting romp through the shame, stink, and strange science of sweating.Sweating may be one of our weirdest biological functions, but it's also one of our most vital and least understood. In The Joy of Sweat, Sarah Everts delves into its role in the body -- and in human history.Why is sweat salty? Why do we sweat when stressed? Why do some people produce colorful sweat? And should you worry about Big Brother tracking the hundreds of molecules that leak out in your sweat -- not just the stinky ones or alleged pheromones -- but the ones that reveal secrets about your health and vices?Everts's entertaining investigation takes readers around the world -- from Moscow, where she participates in a dating event in which people sniff sweat in search of love, to New Jersey, where companies hire trained armpit sniffers to assess the efficacy of their anti-sweat products.