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Affiche du document Washington Senators

Washington Senators

Shirley Povich

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287 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 3h35min.
A facsimile edition of the celebrated 1954 history of the Senators Shirley Povich's history of the Washington Senators originally appeared in 1954 as part of the popular series of major league team histories published by G. P. Putnam. With their colorful prose and delightful narratives, the Putnam books have been described as the Cadillac of the genre and have become prized collectibles for baseball readers and historians.One of the American League's eight charter franchises, the club was founded in Washington, D.C., in 1901 as the Washington Senators. In 1905 the team changed its name to the Washington Nationals. However, fans and newspapers persisted in using the "Senators" nickname, and over time the use of "Nationals" faded and "Senators" reemerged as the team's official name.In their first nine seasons the Senators finished last four times and didn't climb above sixth place until 1912. The major catalysts in their rise were the ascendance to greatness of Walter Johnson, who emerged in 1910 as the American League's best pitcher, and the hiring of Clark Griffith as manager in 1912. Griffith pioneered in the use of relief pitchers and in signing Caribbean talent. Although the team's new respectability faded, the 1924 hiring of twenty seven-year-old Bucky Harris as player-manager brought instant results, with a surprise World Series Championship in Harris's first season at the helm. The club repeated as AL champions in 1925 and its best season came in 1933, when it captured the AL title with a team record 99-53 mark. The Senators had only four more winning seasons over the next twenty six years.Povich's unique insight as a Washington Post sportswriter led to thoughtful advice and comfort for the long-suffering Senators fans. Legends like Walter Johnson, Gabby Street, Bucky Harris, Roger Peckinpaugh, Sam Rice, Firpo Marberry, Joe Cronin, and Leon "Goose" Goslin fill these pages, and their colorful exploits are woven into the fabric of each season's story. Sure to be treasured by baseball lovers everywhere, The Washington Senators is another enjoyable addition to the Writing Sports Series.
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Affiche du document Driven by Determination

Driven by Determination

E.J. Agosti

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316 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 3h57min.
Feel the anticipation, hear the engines roar, and sense the thrill of racing as you step into the world of Formula 1. You're at the starting line, ready to showcase your talents in a sport where women have made their mark through sheer skill and determination.Driven by Determination: A Celebration of the Achievements of Women in Formula 1 takes you on an exhilarating journey through the lives of women who dreamed big and excelled in the high-octane world of Formula 1. Through the inspiring stories of pioneering female Formula 1 drivers, F1 Academy rising stars, and other influential figures, you'll discover their remarkable resilience and achievements.Inside Driven by Determination, you'll: ● Discover the story of Jamie Chadwick, the W series champion who is breaking barriers and setting new standards for future racers.● Learn how Abbi Pulling is making her mark in motorsport, overcoming obstacles with her perseverance and ambition.● Celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of Doriane Pin and Bianca Bustamante, who captivate fans with their skill and relentless pursuit of excellence.● Explore the strategic brilliance of Hannah Schmitz, Principal Strategy Engineer for the F1 Red Bull team, as she plays a crucial role in the team's success.● Get insights into the leadership of Claire Williams and Susie Wolff, who navigated the challenges of a male-dominated industry with grace and determination.This book is a must-read for motorsport enthusiasts and anyone interested in real-life success stories. Be inspired by the grit of these women and gain a deeper understanding of their contributions to F1.Get your copy of Driven by Determination today, and celebrate the achievements of these incredible women!Cover Photographer: Dean ChalkleyCamera Press London
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Affiche du document Trails & Technology

Trails & Technology

Well-Being Publishing

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74 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 55min.
Navigate Through the Wilderness with Confidence and Precision!Are you ready to conquer the most rugged terrains and explore the unseen corners of the world? "Trails & Technology: Mastering Maps and GPS for Ultimate Orientation" is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of navigation. Perfect for adventurers, hikers, and tech enthusiasts alike, this essential manual takes you from the fundamentals of map reading to the advanced techniques of GPS navigation.Discover the rich history of wilderness navigation in the introductory chapters, where you'll learn about the evolution of mapmaking–from ancient celestial navigation to the latest satellite technology. Understand the language of maps and how to decipher the symbols, scales, and contours that reveal the secrets of the land.Elevate your skills with practical tools and hands-on techniques. From mastering the basics of compass reading to navigating without one using natural cues like the sun, stars, and weather patterns, every page is packed with actionable advice. Get proficient with topographic maps and learn how to integrate them with your compass for precision in the wild.In the digital age, GPS has revolutionized how we explore. Dive deep into how GPS works, choose the right device, and learn to maximize its potential with waypoints, tracks, and routes. For tech-savvy navigators, discover the best smartphone apps and understand their benefits and limitations.Go beyond the basics with advanced techniques and tools, culminating in real-world orienteering challenges that test your newfound skills. Stay safe and ethical in your wilderness adventures with crucial insights on pre-trip planning, emergency preparedness, and Leave No Trace principles.Whether you're new to navigation or looking to sharpen your skills, "Trails & Technology: Mastering Maps and GPS for Ultimate Orientation" offers the knowledge and confidence you need to navigate any landscape with ease. Embark on your journey today and never lose your way again!
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Affiche du document 100 Facts About Rucking

100 Facts About Rucking

Science-Based Language Learning Lab

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611 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 7h38min.
Introduction to the 100 Facts Language Learning SeriesWelcome to an innovative approach to language learning! This series of books is crafted to help you master a new language (Spanish) through engaging with topics that captivate your interest (Rucking). Each book is centered around a theme–whether it's art, science, history, or another subject–and presents 100 carefully selected facts, each a gem of knowledge in both English and the target language.Here's how our unique format works: each fact is introduced in the target language where you do your best to interpret the fact. On the next page, the fact is shown in English, and then repeated in the target language where you can start making sense of any unfamiliar terms. This method is not only repetitive to aid memorization but also concise, ensuring that learning is streamlined with no excess verbiage.The benefits of this approach are manifold:- Concise Learning: By focusing on simple, one-sentence facts, the learning process is distilled to its essence. This conciseness ensures that every word you learn is impactful and directly related to your interests, making the information easier to remember.- Reinforcement of Learning: Alternating between English and the target language with each fact helps reinforce your new vocabulary and grammatical structures naturally. It bridges the gap between the two languages, solidifying your learning through constant, practical application.- Contextual and Engaged Learning: Associating each new word with a fact about a topic you are passionate about not only makes the vocabulary stickier but also keeps your learning process dynamic and engaging. This method not only teaches you a new language but does so through the lens of your personal passions.- Dual Knowledge Acquisition: As you navigate through these 100 facts, you're not just learning a new language; you're also deepening your knowledge about a specific subject. This dual focus not only enhances the language learning experience but also enriches your understanding of your chosen topic.Designed for learners who thrive on clear, targeted information, this series promises a learning experience that is both educational and enjoyable. Whether you're a curious beginner or looking to broaden your linguistic skills, these books are tailored to make your educational journey as effective and engaging as possible. Embrace this journey of 100 facts, and let your passions fuel your progress in mastering a new language!
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Affiche du document The Golfing Brain

The Golfing Brain

James H. Grubbs

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38 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 28min.
Getting a Grip on the Yips is the third book in The Golfing Brain series by James H. Grubbs. There is no dearth of books, articles, online posts, and podcasts about the affliction known as “the yips.” You’d think that by now we’d know their cause. But no. Theories abound, but a definitive explanation has, up to now, been lacking.The author, a psychiatrist and lifelong competitive golfer, has been personally acquainted with the yips several times. He’s known many other golfers plagued by the yips, including one of the most famous yippers, professional golf instructor Hank Haney.Over the years, Dr. Grubbs has read extensively on the subject, talked to countless fellow golfers and several golf gurus about the yips, and has even helped golfers overcome them. Yet, after all that, a clear understanding of the cause of the yips eluded him and the entire golfing world.Determined to discover the cause of the yips, Dr. Grubbs reviewed existing theories about the malady and the evidence supporting them. He examined myths and misconceptions about the yips. He also delved into current neurological research about how the brain plans and executes movement.This book is the result of his quest. In it, he defines the yips and describes a definitive cause of them, not only as they appear in golf but also in any activity that depends on repetitive movement, such as baseball, darts, cricket, and playing musical instruments. He explains why some remedies for the yips have been at least partially effective and suggests new (and more effective) ways of curing the yips. He even confirms his theory by causing the yips in a few brave subjects.
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Affiche du document The Grand Journey of RMS Olympic

The Grand Journey of RMS Olympic

J.J. Brunette

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93 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h10min.
Embark on a Timeless Adventure Across the SeasStep aboard the majestic RMS *Olympic*, a marvel of maritime engineering and the heroine of a bygone era. "The Grand Journey of RMS Olympic: From Launch to Legacy" invites you to relive the grandeur, tragedy, and triumphs of a vessel that not only survived the shadows of her infamous sister, the Titanic, but also thrived in a world brimming with innovation and turmoil. This is your ticket to wanderlust, a journey not just across the Atlantic, but through time itself.From the riveting halls of Harland and Wolff where the dream of the Olympic took shape, to her awe-inspiring maiden voyage, this book captures the essence of human ambition and the relentless spirit of adventure. With intriguing insights into the people who built her, the book paints a vivid portrait of craftsmanship and ambition on an unprecedented scale.Sail through heartrending chapters covering the Titanic disaster's profound impact on Olympic and how it cast a long shadow over her existence. Yet, like a true unsinkable spirit, Olympic rose to become a war hero and a luxurious floating palace, setting new standards in transatlantic travel. Experience life during wartime, delve into the glitz and glamour of the roaring '20s, and navigate through the turbulent waters of the Great Depression.In an evocative narrative, discover the sister ship's transformation from a civilian liner to a wartime trooper, ferrying soldiers with undaunted bravery. Post-war chapters unveil a world eager to leave hardship behind, embracing the lavish and leisurely cruises of the Olympic, now refurbished to unparalleled elegance.As her story concludes, the RMS Olympic stands not merely as a vessel but as an indelible legacy of human progress, art, and resilience. The book meticulously details the ship's innovative design, her vital role during crises, and the lasting impacts on maritime and environmental history. Through captivating anecdotes and unseen heroes, the heart and soul of RMS Olympic are immortalized.Join us on this extraordinary journey. Beyond the pages lies an epic saga of an emblematic ship that weathered storms and celebrated humanity's unyielding quest for discovery and luxury. "The Grand Journey of RMS Olympic: From Launch to Legacy" is more than a book–it's an expedition into the heart of maritime lore, inviting dreamers and historians alike to rediscover the wonder of travel during the golden age of ocean liners.
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Higher Ground

BENITEZ LUIS

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131 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h38min.
There will be an agent for this author & book.The Trust for Public Land will organize a mini book tour/speaking tour for the author.Outreach to political- and outdoor-centric podcastsOur public lands are the places we go for relief from modern society and to know ourselves better. They are also the economic basis for one of our nation’s strongest economic pillars: the outdoor recreation industry. Every day, we face severe news reports of the state of climate change. All the while our current Supreme Court is rolling back clean air standards as the former administration did their best to dismantle our clean water laws and weaken protections on our treasured public lands. Outdoor recreation is becoming a recognized force in the United States. As an economic sector, outdoor recreation spans from New Hampshire ski resorts to Yellowstone’s Old Faithful Inn, from the fishing guides plying the Florida Keys for tarpon to gear manufacturers like the North Face. The sector employs 5 million people and is measured by the Bureau of Economic Analysis at $1.1 trillion in annual economic impact. That is almost larger than the auto industry ($340 billion) and the pharmaceutical industry ($331 billion) combined. Luis Benitez is the emerging face of the outdoor industry’s political movement. He is a former international mountaineering guide who guided famed blind mountaineer Erik Weihenmayer to the summit of Mount Everest. In 2015, Benitez was appointed director of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office by Colorado governor John Hickenlooper. In 2019, he was hired as vice president of governmental affairs and global impact for VF Corp, parent company of outdoor industry giants The North Face, Smartwool, and Eagle Creek.People are suffering and an environmental crisis is looming over us, and through this book, you will come to understand why the outdoor recreation industry is so much more than fun equipment and amazing experiences. You will see that it is possible for the one remaining bipartisan economy in the United States to save the world. 
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Affiche du document The Forgotten

The Forgotten

Barbara Dorger

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119 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 1h29min.
In my 2004 book, Turbulent Skies, I wrote, “Maybe someday someone will write about the incredible actions of the flight crews on the morning of September 11, 2001.” This wish began to manifest in the 10th year after 9/11 when I had an overwhelming sensation that I should undertake this quest myself. In my first year of writing, as I researched and wrote, my body would chill, and I would cry. Once an article was finished, I could hardly get up out of my chair. I truly felt like I was on the planes with the crews. I knew if I was to continue, I had to control all that emotion. The book’s focus initially was on the flight crews. But as I wrote, it became so much more. The reader will learn how the air traffic controllers cleared the skies, how Canada responded by handling all the incoming international flights, and how the failures of the FAA, the FBI, the CIA, and the airlines allowed this attack to take place. I realized that September 11th could have been even more disastrous had it not been for the actions of those brave crew members and little miracles that occurred that day. I also realized how it might have been prevented if the crews had been properly trained and informed about the threat they were facing. The book further examines how political forces changed the priorities for counter terrorism, and also impeded the examination of how the attacks could happen. These political forces were challenged by four New Jersey widows who got the 9/11 hearings approved. Finally, this book examines the aftermath of the attack, and how it forever changed the airline profession and added significant restrictions on traveling public.
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Affiche du document Courir et aimer ça! : Un programme testé et approuvé pour réussir son premier 5 km

Courir et aimer ça! : Un programme testé et approuvé pour réussir son premier 5 km

Pratico Édition

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163 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 2h02min.
La course est plus populaire que jamais ! Et pour cause : cette façon simple et accessible de bouger a toutes sortes de bienfaits sur notre santé physique et mentale. J’ai toujours été impressionnée par les gens qui pratiquent régulièrement la course à pied. Ils semblent tous avoir la piqûre ! Pourtant, j’ai longtemps cru que ce sport n’était pas fait pour moi. J’avais beau essayer, je finissais inévitablement par me trouver tout un tas d’excuses pour ne pas aller courir. Je me suis donc donné un défi : trouver LE programme de course qui me motiverait et grâce auquel je réussirais enfin à courir mon premier 5 km, mais, surtout, le programme qui me ferait aimer la course une bonne fois pour toutes ! Pour ce faire, je me suis entourée d’une équipe d’expertes (Natacha Gagné, kinésiologue, et Isabelle Morin, nutritionniste) afin de recevoir les meilleurs conseils en matière de course à pied. Et devinez quoi ? J’ai réussi mon défi ! Oui, oui, je peux maintenant le clamer haut et fort : « J’aime courir ! » Vous trouverez dans ce livre le programme que j’ai suivi pour y arriver, de précieux conseils de mes collaboratrices, mon journal de bord dans lequel je partage mon expérience (vous verrez, c’est normal d’avoir des hauts et des bas quand on commence un nouveau sport !) ainsi que 15 recettes parfaites pour accompagner les coureurs au quotidien. Vous croyez ne pas être assez en forme pour courir ? Peu importe votre âge ou votre niveau d’activité physique, laissez-moi vous prouver que la course à pied, c’est pour tout le monde ! Chaussez vos espadrilles. À vos marques, prêts, courez !
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Affiche du document Roberto Mancini, senza mezze misure

Roberto Mancini, senza mezze misure

Marco Gaetani

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751 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 9h23min.
Il corpo di tre quarti, la gamba destra piegata all’indietro, il tacco che colpisce il pallone e manda fuori tempo gli avversari. Se si potesse fermare la carriera di Roberto Mancini in un attimo, riassumerla in un solo gesto, sarebbe questo. Una vita calcistica trascorsa all’insegna del colpo a effetto, con un bagaglio tecnico sterminato e una personalità dirompente, quella che gli ha permesso di vincere trofei con la Sampdoria, compreso uno scudetto che rappresenta una delle ultime grandi imprese del calcio italiano, e la Lazio. Vittorie significative, arrivate fuori dal giro delle «grandi» storiche. Ma forse quel carattere e quella personalità hanno finito per impedirne un’ascesa ancora maggiore. Marco Gaetani racconta uno dei talenti più limpidi passati per la Serie A negli ultimi quarant’anni, e non ne nasconde gli eccessi caratteriali. «Mancio», esploso ai massimi livelli quando era ancora un adolescente, ha saputo adattarsi presto a un mondo di altissima competitività, senza mai rinunciare al suo modo di intendere la vita e il calcio. Tanti hanno provato a trasformarlo in un centravanti moderno ma hanno dovuto fare i conti con la sua voglia di essere un numero 10, tanti lo hanno amato a prescindere dai suoi improvvisi momenti no. Con la maglia azzurra Mancini è stato atteso invano: il feeling, almeno sul campo, non è mai nato. È poi sbocciato da allenatore, al culmine di un altro percorso, avviato quando ancora non sentiva di aver davvero tolto gli scarpini. E ora, forse, Mancio ha finalmente fatto pace con l’Azzurro.Marco Gaetani (1987) è uno scrittore e giornalista italiano. Come giornalista, si occupa prevalentemente di calcio e basket, scrivendo per giornali e riviste quali Repubblica e L'Ultimo Uomo
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Affiche du document Paolo Maldini, 1041

Paolo Maldini, 1041

Diego Guido

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786 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 9h49min.
Nelle sue 1041 presenze ufficiali ha trasformato il ruolo del difensore, appropriandosi dell’enfasi e dell’estetica del gioco come se fosse un fantasista, caricando alcuni suoi recuperi in scivolata con lo stesso peso emotivo di un gol.Nella storia del calcio sono pochissimi i giocatori che nel corso di una carriera vissuta sempre nella stessa squadra hanno vinto tutto e insieme hanno ridefinito quello che si può fare in campo. Paolo Maldini è uno di loro.Col Milan ha conquistato la sua prima Coppa dei Campioni a vent’anni e l’ultima solo un mese prima di compierne trentanove. Ma il racconto idealizzato e addomesticato di Paolo Maldini ha finito spesso per nascondere la ricchezza di una figura molto più complessa. In questo libro Diego Guido non si è fermato alla superficie. Ha intervistato i protagonisti – Maldini naturalmente, e poi Sacchi, Ambrosini, Prandelli – e ha scelto di raccontare tutte le sfaccettature di un mito del calcio moderno che non ha mai fatto pace con alcuni aspetti di quel mondo.Diego Guido è nato a Mantova nel 1985. Ha lavorato nel marketing di una multinazionale e in un ufficio stampa politico. È head of content dell’agenzia creativa copiaincolla e ha fondato uno studio di naming. Suoi articoli e interviste sono apparsi su Rivista Studio, 'Esquire' e 'L’Ultimo Uomo'. Collabora con Assocalciatori. Paolo Maldini, 1041 è il suo primo libro.
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