Wits Flakes And Clowns
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Wits Flakes And Clowns
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Author : Wayne Stewart
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2020-03-11
Wits Flakes And Clowns written by Wayne Stewart and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-11 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Throughout the twentieth century, baseball has been blessed with a slew of colorful characters, funny men, and “flakes.” And though many fans lament the apparent vanishing of such players, there are still plenty of characters in the game today. In Wits, Flakes, and Clowns: The Colorful Characters of Baseball, Wayne Stewart brings to life the funniest, craziest, and cleverest men ever associated with the game. From the hilarious but unheralded Casey Candaele and the witty Andy Van Slyke to All-Stars Jimmy Piersall and Bryce Harper, this book shares many never-before-heard stories about some of the most entertaining men in baseball. In addition, this book features quotes from personal player interviews with the author that span decades, providing a personal, inside look at these zany stars. Wits, Flakes, and Clowns is packed with rich and colorful characters and plenty of humor, as well as unexpected insights into the national pastime. It is a celebration of those unique players who keep fans and teammates on their toes, those known for their wit, their pranks, or for doing just about anything for a laugh. Any baseball fan, but especially those who love the humor of the game, will be entertained by the exploits of the game’s most comical players.
The Basketball Book Of Why And Who What When Where And How
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Author : Wayne Stewart
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2023-11-01
The Basketball Book Of Why And Who What When Where And How written by Wayne Stewart and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-01 with Sports & Recreation categories.
How was basketball born? Why is the area in the paint and around the free throw circle known as the key? When did the NBA begin play? What team was arguably the worst NBA squad ever? Who was the highest drafted college player who never played a single game in the NBA? This book provides over 100 questions and detailed answers concerning the traditions, rules, and history of basketball. Organized by the sport’s three eras—its birth through 1945, the NBA from 1946 through 1999, and the game today—it answers questions about the sport at all levels, from college games to the Olympics. A bonus chapter provides a who, what, when, where, why, and how of basketball—the perfect resource to settle arguments or to answer challenging trivia questions.
The Legend Of The Mick
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Author : Jonathan Weeks
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2023-03-01
The Legend Of The Mick written by Jonathan Weeks and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-03-01 with categories.
In the 1950s, America entered the television age. And Mickey Mantle, a country boy from Commerce, Oklahoma, was made for the moment. Signed by the New York Yankees as a teenager, he made his major league debut in 1951 as a right fielder alongside Joe DiMaggio. When DiMaggio retired at the end of the season, Mantle inherited not only Joltin’ Joe’s position in centerfield but also his stature as the face of the franchise. His boyish good looks, breathtaking power from both sides of the plate, and blazing speed on the basepaths made him an instant superstar. He won league MVP three times, came in second three times, was a 16-time All-Star, a Triple Crown winner in 1956, and a seven-time World Series champion. Mickey Mantle’s career was the stuff of legend and in this book, Jonathan Weeks tells us why. Mantle’s extraordinary (and at times incredible) tales carry readers on an enthralling journey through the life of one of the most celebrated sports figures of the twentieth century. All of the most popular anecdotes (such as the Mantle’s mammoth blasts, which led to the phrase “Tape Measure Home Runs”) are thoroughly covered along with many lesser-known narratives. The book is divided into two sections. In Part One, Mantle’s life and career are recounted chronologically. Part Two contains assorted stand-alone anecdotes in shorter form. Appendices include statistics, a chronology, and salary details among other bits of pertinent information.
Talking Baseball With Major League Stars
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Author : Wayne Stewart
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Release Date : 2025-02-18
Talking Baseball With Major League Stars written by Wayne Stewart and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-02-18 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Talking Baseball with Major League Stars explores a wide range of entertaining, timely, and illuminating topics about Major League Baseball--including cheating, intimidation, racism, and the players' biggest fears--through the words of the ballplayer themselves.
The Little Red Book Of Baseball Wisdom
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Author : Roger Kahn
language : en
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Release Date : 2012-06-05
The Little Red Book Of Baseball Wisdom written by Roger Kahn and has been published by Skyhorse Publishing Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-05 with Reference categories.
Novelist W. P. Kinsella wrote that baseball is "a game where little gems of wisdom or whimsy can be created in the dugout, the bullpen, or the press box during long, hot afternoons and evenings of baseball." The Little Red Book of Baseball Wisdom unearths a treasury of quotes reflecting more than a century's worth of history from our national pastime. Featuring contributions from Hank Aaron to Walt Whitman, Yogi Berra to John Updike.
Baffling Baseball Trivia
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Author : Dom Forker
language : en
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Release Date : 2004
Baffling Baseball Trivia written by Dom Forker and has been published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Games & Activities categories.
Baseball fans can enjoy fascinating stories about great plays and controversial calls on the diamond, all while testing their own knowledge of the game. Is there a limit to a bat’s length and weight? If a batter swings for his third strike and misses, but the ball gets away from the catcher, can he still run to first? Or is he out? And what happens if the wrong batter comes up to hit—and the right player suddenly realizes that they’re out of order? Through a series of true tales, find out about little-known rules of pitching, batting, and fielding, as well as weird situations that have occurred, smart strategies for winning, and funny things have taken place over the years.
Alex Rodriguez
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Author : Wayne Stewart
language : en
Publisher: Greenwood
Release Date : 2007-07-30
Alex Rodriguez written by Wayne Stewart and has been published by Greenwood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-07-30 with Social Science categories.
Follow Alex Rodriguez's life from child hood to an early start of a big career in baseball.
Babe Ruth
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Author : Wayne Stewart
language : en
Publisher: Greenwood
Release Date : 2006-07-30
Babe Ruth written by Wayne Stewart and has been published by Greenwood this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-07-30 with Social Science categories.
A biography of legendary baseball player for the New York Yankees, Babe Ruth, that chronicles his life, early career, baseball record, and struggle with throat cancer.
Charlotte S Web
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Author : E. B. White
language : en
Publisher: HarperCollins
Release Date : 2015-03-17
Charlotte S Web written by E. B. White and has been published by HarperCollins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-03-17 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Don’t miss one of America’s top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS’s The Great American Read. This beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." Illustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full color on a full-color device and in rich black-and-white on all other devices. Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her feelings for a little pig named Wilbur, who simply wants a friend. They also express the love of a girl named Fern, who saved Wilbur's life when he was born the runt of his litter. E. B. White's Newbery Honor Book is a tender novel of friendship, love, life, and death that will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come. It contains illustrations by Garth Williams, the acclaimed illustrator of E. B. White's Stuart Little and Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House series, among many other books. Whether enjoyed in the classroom or for homeschooling or independent reading, Charlotte's Web is a proven favorite.
Baseball Bafflers
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Author : Fastball Makov
language : en
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Pub
Release Date : 2001
Baseball Bafflers written by Fastball Makov and has been published by Black Dog & Leventhal Pub this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Games categories.
Provides a compilation of little known rules, quotes, anecdotes, and other baseball information.