Playing Ball With Legends
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Playing Ball With Legends
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Author : James Robert Irwin
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Playing Ball With Legends written by James Robert Irwin and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Baseball players categories.
Playing Ball With Legends
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Author : James Irwin
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009-09-15
Playing Ball With Legends written by James Irwin and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-15 with Baseball players categories.
Let S Play Ball
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Author : Al Janssen
language : en
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Release Date : 2003
Let S Play Ball written by Al Janssen and has been published by Harvest House Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Baseball categories.
Among amber-lit paintings, a writer and baseball enthusiast transport readers to the field of dreams with intriguing stories, facts, quotations, and stats about baseball's inspiring legacy. Janssen recalls baseball's legends and personal memories with keen detail and tender humor. This tribute is a gift that scores a smile and a special place among treasured baseball possessions.
Legends The Best Players Games And Teams In Baseball
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Author : Howard Bryant
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2015-03-03
Legends The Best Players Games And Teams In Baseball written by Howard Bryant and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-03 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
“With the LEGENDS series, Howard Bryant brings to life the best that sports has to offer—the heroes, the bitter rivalries, the moments that every sports-loving kid should know.”—Mike Lupica, #1 bestselling author of Travel Team, Heat, and Fantasy League Experience baseball's most exciting moments, World Series heroics, greatest players, and more! Baseball, America's pastime, is a sport of moments that stand the test of time. It is equally a sport of a new generation of heroes, whose exploits inspire today's young fans. This combination makes for a winning debut in Legends: The Best Players, Games, and Teams in Baseball. This is no traditional almanac of mundane statistics, but rather a storyteller's journey through baseball's storied game. Told in fun, accessible chapters and accompanied by iconic photos, a slew of Top Ten lists for kids to chew on and debate, and a Timeline of the 40 Most Important Moments in Baseball History, this collection covers some of the greatest players from Babe Ruth to Hank Aaron; the greatest teams to take the field and swing the bats; the greatest social triggers, such as Jackie Robinson's breaking of the color barrier; the greatest playoff rivalries, including the 2004 showdown between the Red Sox and Yankees that turned into an instant classic; and, of course, the edge-of-your-seat World Series moments that left some cheering while others wept. This is the perfect book for young fans eager to learn more about the sport that will stay with them for a lifetime. Praise for LEGENDS: An Amazon Best Book of the Month! * "A terrific gathering of heroic hacks and legendary near misses."—Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW * "Each story is engaging and offers readers a glimpse into baseball’s past and American history. [A] terrific addition to engage reluctant readers."—School Library Connection, STARRED REVIEW "[T]his is clearly a book for sports lovers. A strong choice for rounding out sports collections, this work knocks it out of the park."—School Library Journal "Any fan of baseball will enjoy this compilation . . . Fans of all ages will find this a useful guide; teachers might find this an interesting mentor text for a student reporting on a particular topic since the approach is unique."—VOYA "[T]his book will attract all manner of analysis and discussion among lovers of America’s favorite pastime. Fans of other sports will cheer: this is only the first in a series devoted to sports."—Booklist
Inspirational Baseball Heroes
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Author : Anthony Ripley
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2024
Inspirational Baseball Heroes written by Anthony Ripley and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Step up to the plate and embark on an extraordinary journey through the rich tapestry of baseball history with "Inspirational Baseball Heroes." This captivating book is a grand slam for kids and families, offering a collection of 25 uplifting biographies that showcase the lives and accomplishments of baseball legends, both past and present.
Astro Legends
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Author : Greg Lucas
language : en
Publisher: Team Legends
Release Date : 2019-04
Astro Legends written by Greg Lucas and has been published by Team Legends this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-04 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Astro Legends is designed with the fan in mind, giving them an inside look into their favorite sports team franchise. The book focuses on the team and history, breaking down the barrier between the field and the stands to let fans in on the moments, players, and personalities that make up the team mythology, for better or worse. Some of the story themes include key player profiles and memorable moments; curses, folklore, and superstitions; stadiums, scandals, and politics; fan stories; oddities; play-off and World Series appearances; major trades; influential draft day picks; management milestones; and many more! Astro Legends tells the tale of the momentous trade for Jeff Bagwell, Craig Biggio's famous 3000th hit, the 8th wonder of the world, and much more. Think you know everything there is to know about the Houston Astros? Think again! With 256 pages packed with Astro stories, facts, and trivia, there's bound to be something to surprise even the most dedicated Astro fan. Greg Lucas, dedicated Houston baseball announcer, has compiled together all of the most pivotal and influential moments, players, and personalities to hit Houston and placed them in this indispensable book. Nobody can claim to be an Astro fan without having first read Astro Legends!
Lacrosse Legends Of The First Americans
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Author : Thomas Vennum
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2007-07-15
Lacrosse Legends Of The First Americans written by Thomas Vennum and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-07-15 with History categories.
An ancient Native American sport, lacrosse was originally played to resolve conflicts, heal the sick, and develop strong, virile men. In Lacrosse Legends of the First Americans, Thomas Vennum draws on centuries of oral tradition to collect thirteen legends from five tribes—the Cherokee, Ho-Chunk (Winnebago), Seneca, Ojibwa, and Menominee. Reflecting the game's origins and early history, these myths provide a glimpse into Native American life and the role of the "Creator’s Game” in tribal culture. From the Great Game in which the Birds defeated the Quadrupeds to high-stakes contests after which the losers literally lost their heads, these stories reveal the fascinating spiritual world of the first lacrosse players as well as the violent reality of the original sport. Lacrosse enthusiasts will learn about game equipment, ritual preparations, dress, and style of play, from stick handling to scoring. They will discover how the "coach"—a medicine man—conjured potions to prevent game injuries or make the opponent's leg cramp as well as how early craftsmen identified the perfect tree—marked by a lightning strike—from which to carve a lacrosse stick. The game is no longer played by large numbers of men on mile-long fields, and plastic, titanium, and nylon have replaced hickory and ash, leather, and catgut. As lacrosse continues to evolve, this collection will help us remember and understand its rich and complex history.
Legends The Best Players Games And Teams In Basketball
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Author : Howard Bryant
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2016-12-20
Legends The Best Players Games And Teams In Basketball written by Howard Bryant and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-12-20 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
From Magic Johnson to Michael Jordan to LeBron James to Steph Curry, ESPN's Howard Bryant presents the best from the hardwood--a collection of NBA champions and superstars for young sports fans! Fast-paced, adrenaline-filled, and brimming with out-of-this-world athleticism, basketball has won the hearts of fans all across America—yet it is particularly popular among kids and teens. Giants of the game like Steph Curry, LeBron, and Michael Jordan have transcended the sport to become cultural icons and role models to young fans. From the cornfields of Indiana and the hills of North Carolina, to the urban sprawl of New York City, Chicago and L.A., love of the game stretches from coast to coast. Featuring Top Ten Lists to chew on and debate, and a Top 40-style Timeline of Key Moments in Basektball History, this comprehensive collection includes the greatest dynasties, from the Bill Russell-era Celtics, to the Magic Jonson-led Lakers, to the Jordan-led Bulls, right up to the Tim Duncan-led Spurs. All the greats take flight toward the hoop in this perfect book for young fans who dream about stepping on an NBA court. "A trove of awesome athletic feats, game-changing stars of the past and present, and rich fodder for heated arguments."--Booklist "Hoops fans will find a goldmine of information guaranteed to deepen their basketball knowledge and their understanding of the game."--VOYA "An easy hook for serious sports fans."--School Library Journal
Legends
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Author : Howard Bryant
language : en
Publisher: Philomel
Release Date : 2015
Legends written by Howard Bryant and has been published by Philomel this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Offers highlights and entertaining facts from twenty of the greatest Super Bowls in the history of professional football.
Play Ball
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Author : John Feinstein
language : en
Publisher: Villard
Release Date : 2011-09-14
Play Ball written by John Feinstein and has been published by Villard this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-14 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Unlike any book before it, Play Ball takes on a national pasttime—and baseball will never be the same again. Baseball is the greatest of all American games. No other sport has the tradition, the mythology, the heroes, and the heroics. Yet baseball is also in the midst of an upheaval unprecedented in its glorious history. Many of its traditions have been discarded, much of its mythology has been disproved, and too many of its heroes have entered drug clinics or let greed triumph over team spirit. What makes baseball what it is—the good as well as the bad? Who are the game's heroes, and who its villains? What roles do managers play, and umpires and announcers and mascots and the media? What is the game's future? These are the questions that John Feinstein—bestselling author and sports journalist extraordinaire—examines in Play Ball: The Life and Troubled Times of Major League Baseball. As he did in his classic books on professional tennis (Hard Courts) and college basketball (A Season Inside), Feinstein spent one entire season examining the game from the inside. He had access to general managers, who gave him never-before-revealed information on trades and the maneuverings behind these trades. He looks at managers Tony LaRussa and Jim Leyland to examine strategy and the psychology of success; he puts Tommy Lasorda under the microscope, showing the frustrating decline of a once-great franchise and the pain resulting from the tragic death of Lasorda's son. Feinstein answers questions about escalating salaries, reveals the identities of the real controlling forces in the game, explains why the owners so totally despised commissioner Fay Vincent, and graphically illustrates the financial state of the game as well as the pressures, the politics, and the joys that come with playing, managing, negotiating, and simply surviving a 162-game season. Above all are still the players, and this is what makes Feinstein's book so special. He gives us intimate portraits of such longtime superstars as Cal Ripken, Jr. and George Brett, as well as revealing glimpses—some flattering, some not so flattering—of such newer stars as Gary Sheffield, Bobby Bonds, and Ken Griffye, Jr. Beyond the obsession with money and salaries, Feinstein knows it's the players who make and break the game. In Play Ball, we hear stories of how they were shaped; see how stardom—or lack of stardom—further shapes them; we finally understand what it means to be a major league baseball player, in every possible sense.