Jim Owens's Books

Television Sports Production

By: Jim Owens

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In this sixth edition of Television Sports Production, regional Emmy Award-winning producer Jim Owens walks readers through the planning, setup, directing, announcing, shooting, and editing involved in covering a sports event. Originally written as a training guide for entry-level broadcast staff at the Olympics, this manual gives readers the tools they need to effectively cover sports from ice skating to motorcycle racing. Throughout, Owens breaks down all aspects of the production process, revealing the techniques that producers and directors use to bring sports to a worldwide audience. Chapters further include tips and advice on using the latest technologies and tools such as production trucks, REMIs, smart phones, mobile units, cameras, audio equipment, and lighting rigs. Featuring new instructive illustrations and sample forms, as well as testimonials from experienced professionals in the business, this new edition gives readers an inside look at how the experts produce live or recorded television and sports coverage. This comprehensive book is essential reading for intermediate and advanced students looking to learn how to successfully produce sports broadcasting.

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Routledge

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1000362132

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Television Production

By: Gerald Millerson,Jim Owens

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Television Production

By: Gerald Millerson,Jim Owens

The bible of television production books--now thoroughly overhauled for the new millennium!

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Taylor & Francis

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0240520785

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Sight Alignment, Trigger Control & The Big Lie

By: Jim Owens

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Sight Alignment, Trigger Control & The Big Lie

By: Jim Owens

Updated 2013 ebook version The power-packed book that helped hundreds of shooters improve their groups and scores, some by as much as forty or fifty points. Written by Master Sergeant Jim Owens, his 20+ years of Marine Corps Shooting Team experience will give you the skills and insights to excel in any type of rifle competition. Jim’s book covers the core basics, in-depth as only he can. With his tips you will master breathing, natural point of aim, sight alignment, sight picture, focus and trigger control. Includes additional sections on mental conditioning, marking your sights, zeroing, normal come ups, light effects, damage to the crown, care in cleaning, throat erosion and way more. Jim's advanced theory section has been praised by High Masters and numerous National level competitive marksmen. Keywords: marksman,rifle,competition,training,high power,score,sight picture,technique,trigger squeeze,trigger control,stance,position,ammunition

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Loose Cannon

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1939812283

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Television Production

By: Jim Owens

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Television Production

By: Jim Owens

Gain the skills you need to succeed in the television industry and master the production process, from shooting and producing, to editing and distribution. This new and updated 17thedition of Television Productionoffers a thorough and practical guide to professional TV production techniques. Learn how to anticipate and quickly overcome commonly encountered problems in television production as author Jim Owens details each role and process, including the secrets of top-grade camerawork, persuasive lighting techniques, and effective sound treatment, as well as the subtle processes of scenic design, directing, and the art of video editing. Updated throughout, containing a range of new figures and diagrams, the 17thedition of this classic text includes: A discussion of the changing definition of 'television' and how new technology alters viewing habits; Interviews with professionals in the industry about the challenges they face during the production process and the advice they would give to those trying to break into the production and television industries; A review of production practices and techniques for VR; A description of the latest cameras and equipment, including LED lighting and remote production; Guidance and techniques for low-budget, DIY-style productions; A comprehensive resource page for instructors, containing slides and testing materials to aid in the learning process can be found at www.routledge.com/cw/owens. iews with professionals in the industry about the challenges they face during the production process and the advice they would give to those trying to break into the production and television industries; A review of production practices and techniques for VR; A description of the latest cameras and equipment, including LED lighting and remote production; Guidance and techniques for low-budget, DIY-style productions; A comprehensive resource page for instructors, containing slides and testing materials to aid in the learning process can be found at www.routledge.com/cw/owens.

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0367136333

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Country Music's Jim Owen

An Amazing Life (an Unauthorized Autobiography)

By: Jim Owen

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Country Music's Jim Owen

An Amazing Life (an Unauthorized Autobiography)

By: Jim Owen

My goal had always been what was happening right now. I started to the center of the stage as I heard Hank Snow say, 'And now, let's all give a great big Grand Ole Opry welcome to Jim Owen.'" Charlie Daniels once called Jim Owen country music's least known superstar; that may be true in some cases, but he is certainly not unknown to ardent country music fans all over the world. This is the life story (so far) of country music legend Jim Owen. At the age of eight, Jim saw Hank Williams perform in person at the Grand Ole Opry-and his life would forever be changed. Through the ups and downs of being raised in a small working town by a loving mother and an alcoholic and abusive father, Jim always dreamed that he was Superman and could fly if he tried hard enough. And though it wasn't easy, it wouldn't be long before Jim himself would walk the Opry boards. A prolific singer and songwriter credited with many hits--including "Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man"--Jim would go on to make a living and mingle with many of country music's greatest stars and personalities. This book recounts the many stories, the highs and the lows, of the little boy from Robards, Kentucky, who would go on to leave a huge mark on the world of country music. Songwriter, actor, singer, comedian--Jim does it all. "Jim doesn't try to be something he's not. His writing is down to earth and very funny. I felt as though we were sharing a cup of coffee as he reminisced about his friendships with icons of the country music industry." - Deborah Gaynor, ReadersFavorite.com

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Moon Charleston & Savannah

By: Jim Morekis

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Moon Charleston & Savannah

By: Jim Morekis

Whether you're relaxing on a romantic beach, soaking up the rich history, or reveling in the Southern hospitality, dig into these fun-loving sister cities with Moon Charleston & Savannah. Explore the Cities: Navigate by neighborhood or by activity with color-coded maps of both Charleston and Savannah See the Sights: Browse the museums on Savannah's historic River Street, take a carriage ride through Charleston's French Quarter, or check out the wares at the Old City Market. Visit Civil War battlefields, check out the First African Baptist Church, and learn about the area's important African American history Get a Taste of the South: Sample classic shrimp and grits, juicy barbecue, or seafood straight off the boat. Savor innovative cuisine at James Beard Award-winning restaurants, and discover up-and-coming spots focusing on local, sustainable ingredients Bars, Entertainment, and Nightlife: Watch the sunset from a rooftop bar, see what's on tap at a craft brewery, or mingle with the locals at a French Quarter dive. Catch a live gig from the next big indie band, sip swanky artisan cocktails, or indulge in Savannah's to-go cup tradition on a stroll through the Historic District Honest Advice: Jim Morekis was born and raised in Savannah and shares his local insight into these beautiful cities Itineraries and Day Trips: Follow itineraries designed for families, beach lovers, history buffs, foodies, and more, and get outside the city with full chapters on Hilton Head and the Lowcountry and the Golden Isles Full-Color Photos and Detailed Maps Handy Tools: Background information on the area's landscape, history, and culture, tips on getting there and getting around, and advice for travelers with disabilities, families with children, seniors, and LGBTQ+ travelers With Moon's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience Charleston and Savannah your way. Hitting the road? Try Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip. Exploring more of the South? Try Moon Coastal Carolinas or Moon Asheville & the Great Smoky Mountains. Special ebook features: Easily navigate listings with quick searches, plus website links and zoom-in maps and images Personalize your guide by adding notes and bookmarks

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Moon Travel

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1640493093

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Lost Legacy

By: Jim Schneider

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Lost Legacy

By: Jim Schneider

Emil Pulaski, private investigator and former FBI agent, is hired by the Salash Tribe of Indians to find a stolen will. At stake, is the large and very valuable Bradford ranch adjoining their reservation. It had been left to the tribe by the owner, William Bradford, in a 1905 will that disappeared in 1909 when he was found dead under mysterious circumstances. The will reappears briefly in 1990's after it was found by Leela Thayer, a local artist, only to be stolen by a tribal member in an attempt to extort money from one of the Bradford heirs. The thief ends up murdered, and Emil teams up with Leela Thayer to recover the will. The Bradford heir turns out to have connections with a major crime family in Los Angeles and calls for help with devastating results. More murders, mayhem, and a bomb explosion that almost costs Emil his life, soon follow and the small city of Coeur d'Alene flows with the blood of the innocent.

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136543110X

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Closest of Strangers: Liberalism and the Politics of Race in New York

By: Jim Sleeper

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Closest of Strangers: Liberalism and the Politics of Race in New York

By: Jim Sleeper

In this study of race relations in N.Y.C., Sleeper, an editorial writer for New York Newsday, harshly criticizes both black leaders and their liberal supporters for pointing a finger at America's racist society rather than setting concrete goals to overcome inequality." —Kirkus Reviews A report of the current state of race relations in New York City, which examines the differing views of militants, liberals and forgotten minorities, and presents suggestions for racial common sense that attempt to demolish long-standing stereotypes.

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0393346218

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9780393346213

Counterpoint-Point

Daily Front-Line Reports from Battlefield Earth 2023

By: Jim Davis

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Counterpoint-Point

Daily Front-Line Reports from Battlefield Earth 2023

By: Jim Davis

Are Satan and his minions active around mankind through the world, the flesh, and the devil? Is the enmity between his seed and the seed of the woman real and on display? Can humans do anything to protect themselves from this real threat? Does God provide protection and answers for these threats? Join Jim Davis, in the style of C.S. Lewis and Frank Peretti, in exploring and answering all these questions with a year-long daily review of actual Yahoo News headlines of 2023 presenting this spiritual warfare examination with the face of the reality of evil and the promises and hope of a Savior.

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Moon Carolinas & Georgia

By: Jim Morekis

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Moon Carolinas & Georgia

By: Jim Morekis

Discover the Carolinas and Georgia with Moon Travel Guides From humming bluegrass and rolling mountains, to lazy beach towns and buzzing cities, get to know the heart of the South with Moon Carolinas & Georgia. Strategic itineraries for every timeline and budget, designed for road-trippers, history buffs, beach bums, hikers, and more Activities and ideas for every traveler: Drive past mountains and waterfalls on a Blue Ridge Parkway road trip, or go camping in the Smokies. Stroll the winding streets of historic Charleston, or admire antebellum architecture in Savannah. Watch the sun set over the boardwalk at Myrtle Beach, or relax on remote stretches of the Outer Banks. Set a tee time in Hilton Head, or bar-hop through downtown Atlanta. Visit celebrated Civil Rights landmarks, or tour the illuminating remnants of the Civil War. Catch a live bluegrass show while savoring a local brew, and find the local best spots for finger-lickin good barbecue Firsthand perspective from Savannah local and regional expert Jim Morekis Honest advice on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around Full-color photos and detailed, easy-to-use maps for navigating the three states independently Detailed and thorough information, including crucial background on culture and history, geography, and regional vernacular With Moon Carolinas & Georgia's practical tips, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Diving deeper into the cities? Try Moon Charleston & Savannah. Hitting the road? Check out Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip.

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1631216546

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Moon Georgia

By: Jim Morekis

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Moon Georgia

By: Jim Morekis

Discover Georgia with Moon Travel Guides! From sleepy small towns and buzzing cities, to misty mountains and tranquil islands, explore the Peach State with Moon Georgia. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries that can be adapted for your budget and timeline, whether you're taking a weekend getaway to Atlanta or Savannah, or spending two weeks exploring the whole state Strategic advice designed for history buffs, foodies, outdoor adventurers, music lovers, and more Unique activities and can't-miss highlights: Meander through verdant squares and charming streets in historic Savannah, or hop between galleries, museums, and shops in downtown Atlanta. Hike past waterfalls on the Appalachian Trail, go whitewater rafting on the Chatooga River, or breath the salty air of the secluded Golden Isles. Get to know Georgia's literary roots, visit the First African Baptist Church and the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr., or see monuments to the state's Civil War battlefields. Catch a live show celebrating Georgia's musical legacies, and sample the best of Southern food, from pulled pork to fried okra Honest insight from Savannah local Jim Morekis on where to eat, where to stay, and how to get around Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Handy tips for seniors, international visitors, travelers with disabilities, and more Background information on Georgia's history, culture, landscape, and wildlife Full coverage of Atlanta, North Georgia, Middle and South Georgia, Savannah, and the Golden Isles With Moon Georgia's local perspective, myriad activities, and expert know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring the cities of the South? Try out Moon Charleston & Savannah or Moon Atlanta. Need a breath of fresh air? Check out Moon Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

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1631216562

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The Lockerbie Bombing

A Father's Search for Justice

By: Jim Swire,Peter Biddulph

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The Lockerbie Bombing

A Father's Search for Justice

By: Jim Swire,Peter Biddulph

A father details his loss, grief, and fight for the truth following his daughter’s death in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. The destruction of Pan Am Flight 103 over the Scottish town of Lockerbie in December 1988 was the largest attack on Britain since World War II. 259 passengers and 11 townsfolk of Lockerbie were murdered. Libyan Abdelbaset al-Megrahi was convicted of the crime. He maintained his innocence until his death in 2012. Among the passengers was Flora, beloved daughter of Dr Jim Swire. Jim accepted American claims that Libya was responsible, but during the Lockerbie Trial he began to distrust key witnesses and supposed firm evidence. Since then, it has been revealed that the United States paid millions of dollars to two central identification witnesses, and the only forensic evidence central to the prosecution has been discredited. The book takes us along Dr. Swire’s journey as his initial grief and loss becomes a campaign to uncover the truth behind not only a personal tragedy but one of the modern world’s most shocking events. Praise for The Lockerbie Bombing “It is hard to read this book without concluding that Dr Swire is right, and that for reasons that are both understandable and shameful, successive British governments repeated obstructed the investigation and they did so at the instigation of our American allies. . . . This book recounts Swire’s long and painful search for the truth about Lockerbie and his version is persuasive. It is disturbing too because, if he has it right, the Scottish judges who have now three times rejected appeals against the original verdict, have made it hard to have confidence in the integrity of our law.” —The Scotsman “Fascinating, compelling—a book about international intrigue, personal feelings, and ethics. Right at its heart is the search for truth.” —Kate Adie “Lockerbie's heartrending epitaph. . . . A shattering tale of grief and love.” —Daily Mail

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Birlinn

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1788853059

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9781788853057

Granada Hills

By: Jim Hier

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Granada Hills

By: Jim Hier

The modern history of Granada Hills began in 1913 with the completion of the Los Angeles aqueduct and the arrival of abundant freshwater to the former land of Mission San Fernando. Citrus orchards flourished on the Sunshine Ranch, acreage originally cultivated by former senator George K. Porter. In 1926, the community of Granada was formed as a rabbit-raising colony, promising residents country living and economic prosperity. Granada added "Hills" to its name in 1942 to avoid confusion with a similarly named Northern California town, and thanks to the postwar baby boom, the population grew by 1,000 percent between 1950 and 1960. The community soon earned a reputation as "The San Fernando Valley's Most Neighborly Town" as residents came together to celebrate the hometown team's 1963 Little League World Series victory and the formation of the nation's first all-girl American Youth Soccer Organization league, and as neighbor helped neighbor after the devastating 1971 and 1994 earthquakes.

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Arcadia Publishing

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0738547719

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9780738547718

Courage Beyond the Game

The Freddie Steinmark Story

By: Jim Dent

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Courage Beyond the Game

The Freddie Steinmark Story

By: Jim Dent

Jim Dent, the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of The Junction Boys, returns with a powerful Texas story which transcends college football, displaying the courage and determination of one of the game's most valiant players. Freddie Steinmark was a small but scrappy young man when he arrived at the University of Texas in 1967. A tenacious competitor, Freddie became UT's star safety by the start of the 1969 season, but he'd also developed a crippling pain in his thigh. Freddie continued to play, helping the Longhorns to rip through opponents like pulpwood. His final game was for the 1969 national championship, when the Longhorns rallied to beat Arkansas in a legendary game that has become known as "the Game of the Century." Tragically, bone cancer took Freddie off the field when nothing else could. But nothing could extinguish his irrepressible spirit or keep him away from the game. Today, a photo of Freddie hangs in the tunnel at Darrell K. Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, where players touch it before games en route to the field. With Courage Beyond the Game, a Brian's Song for college football, Jim Dent once again brings readers to cheers and tears with a truly American tale of bravery in the face of the worst odds.

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Macmillan

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1429990422

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9781429990424

Die-Hard Fan's Guide to Sooner Football

By: Jim Fletcher

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Die-Hard Fan's Guide to Sooner Football

By: Jim Fletcher

Sooner fans, this is the one you've been waiting for--a book written by a die-hard fan, for die-hard fans. Chock-full of action photos, these pages capture the excitement and the glory of a century of Sooner football. The Die-Hard Fan's Guide to Sooner Football takes you on a tour through the long, proud history of the OU football program, from the birth of Sooner football in Bud Risinger's barber shop, through the dynasties of Bud Wilkinson and Barry Switzer, to Bob Stoops's powerhouse teams of today. Here you will find vintage reports on the Sooners' very first football games, in-depth details about OU's historic Wishbone offense, and a close-up look at OU's seven--count em, seven--national championship teams.

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Simon and Schuster

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1596980699

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9781596980693

Black Hearts

One Platoon's Descent into Madness in Iraq's Triangle of Death

By: Jim Frederick

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Black Hearts

One Platoon's Descent into Madness in Iraq's Triangle of Death

By: Jim Frederick

“Riveting. . . a testament to a misconceived war, and to the ease with which ordinary men, under certain conditions, can transform into monsters.”—New York Times Book Review This is the story of a small group of soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division’s fabled 502nd Infantry Regiment—a unit known as “the Black Heart Brigade.” Deployed in late 2005 to Iraq’s so-called Triangle of Death, a veritable meat grinder just south of Baghdad, the Black Hearts found themselves in arguably the country’s most dangerous location at its most dangerous time. Hit by near-daily mortars, gunfire, and roadside bomb attacks, suffering from a particularly heavy death toll, and enduring a chronic breakdown in leadership, members of one Black Heart platoon—1st Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Battalion—descended, over their year-long tour of duty, into a tailspin of poor discipline, substance abuse, and brutality. Four 1st Platoon soldiers would perpetrate one of the most heinous war crimes U.S. forces have committed during the Iraq War—the rape of a fourteen-year-old Iraqi girl and the cold-blooded execution of her and her family. Three other 1st Platoon soldiers would be overrun at a remote outpost—one killed immediately and two taken from the scene, their mutilated corpses found days later booby-trapped with explosives. Black Hearts is an unflinching account of the epic, tragic deployment of 1st Platoon. Drawing on hundreds of hours of in-depth interviews with Black Heart soldiers and first-hand reporting from the Triangle of Death, Black Hearts is a timeless story about men in combat and the fragility of character in the savage crucible of warfare. But it is also a timely warning of new dangers emerging in the way American soldiers are led on the battlefields of the twenty-first century.

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Crown

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0307450988

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Searching For Elaina

By: Jim Schneider

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Searching For Elaina

By: Jim Schneider

Leela Pulaski's garden visit with friend, Georgia May, leads to a desperate plea for help in finding Georgia's infant granddaughter, kidnapped a week earlier. The tragic story of the child's mother and her subsequent suicide, ties back to a member of the Aryan Nations extremists killed by Leela during an attack on the Pulaski home in 1999. Georgia May believes Leela is destined to solve the kidnapping because of it. Meanwhile, Emil, the other half of the Pulaski team, is in Phoenix, tracking down Annette Van Zandt, the seventeen year-old, run-away daughter of a Coeur d'Alene family. Upon learning why the girl left home, Emil immediately cancels his contract with her father, and befriends the young woman, an act that will have profound consequences for the Pulaski family.

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Lulu.com

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138786792X

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Route 66 Backroads

Your Guide to Scenic Side Trips & Adventures from the Mother Road

By: Jim Hinckley

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Route 66 Backroads

Your Guide to Scenic Side Trips & Adventures from the Mother Road

By: Jim Hinckley

Get off the beaten path and explore the hidden-gem destinations within a few hours of the Mother Road! Includes numerous photos and illustrations. Known as the Main Street of America and the Mother Road, US Route 66 is the nation’s best-known highway. This lavishly illustrated book steers you from Chicago to Los Angeles, traveling through the lowlands of the American Plains and the high plateaus of New Mexico and Arizona, from the Great Lakes to the mighty Pacific Ocean, and through major metropolises and remote country towns. Best of all, it lets you branch away from the Mother Road and encounter gems hidden beyond today’s standard motels and tourist traps—the quaint frontier communities that date back to the nation’s westward expansion; the legacy of ancient native cultures; and the awe-inspiring natural wonders that have graced these lands since time immemorial. State parks, wildlife refuges, museums, historic sites, literary landmarks, and much more are there to be explored within a few hours’ drive from the path of Route 66. The fifty trips included here offer new travel opportunities for the thousands of road-trippers who follow this legendary route, looking for something more. “The road and this book recall a time before franchise restaurants and chain motels choked America’s highways . . . the guide consists of 50 driving tours, which include plenty of side trips.” —Arizona Republic

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Quarto Publishing Group USA

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1616731923

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9781616731922

The Most Memorable Games in Giants History

The Oral History of a Legendary Team

By: Jim Baker,Bernard M. Corbett

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The Most Memorable Games in Giants History

The Oral History of a Legendary Team

By: Jim Baker,Bernard M. Corbett

Championship moments of the New York Giants' 85-year history are commemorated and highlighted through interviews with Giants legends, including Frank Gifford and Eli Manning, and descriptions of memorable plays and other details of historical significance.

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1608190684

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Walk of Ages

A Generational Journey from Mt. Whitney to Death Valley

By: Withanee Andersen,Jim Andersen

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Walk of Ages

A Generational Journey from Mt. Whitney to Death Valley

By: Withanee Andersen,Jim Andersen

Following in her father’s footsteps, Withanee Andersen begins the expedition of a lifetime when she and her comrades embark on a trek from Mt. Whitney to Death Valley, tracing the rugged path her father, Jim Andersen, traversed forty-three years earlier. With hopes of being listed in the Guinness Book of World Records, Jim led the first documented walk from the highest to lowest point in the contiguous United States in 1974. He lived, albeit just barely, to tell the tale to his daughter, sparking a desire in Withanee to retrace his steps in his honor. In 2017, she took on the incredible task of recreating Jim’s legacy trek of 131 miles with the help of divine intervention, ice-cold beer, and her parents, who were following along as the support party. Walk of Ages humorously relates the parallel journey of an epic adventure told from two perspectives–a daughter’s difficult quest, and a father who supports her, through it while recalling his own experiences from four decades earlier. Throughout this momentous odyssey, readers will realize how a once-in-a-generation adventure leads to life-changing transformation, and that the bond between father and daughter knows no bounds.

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University of Nevada Press

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1647791073

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9781647791070

The Wisdom of Failure

How to Learn the Tough Leadership Lessons Without Paying the Price

By: Laurence G. Weinzimmer,Jim McConoughey

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The Wisdom of Failure

How to Learn the Tough Leadership Lessons Without Paying the Price

By: Laurence G. Weinzimmer,Jim McConoughey

The "how-not-to" leadership book There is a paradox in leadership: we can only succeed by knowing failure. Every accomplished leader knows there are minefields of failures that need to be navigated in order to succeed. Wouldn't it be great to have the insights to help you prevent from making avoidable mistakes? Unfortunately, in business talking about mistakes can be taboo, and, at a certain level, learning from failure is not an option. Weinzimmer and McConoughey speak frankly about the things that are difficult to talk about – the unvarnished truths necessary to become a successful leader. Based on a groundbreaking 7-year study of what almost 1000 managers across 21 industries really think about lessons from failures Includes exclusive interview material from CEOs at a wide range of organizations, including major firms such as Caterpillar, Priceline.com, and Allstate; startups; and entrepreneurial small businesses Drills down into failure to uncover the strategies that aspiring leaders need in order to avoid the most damning leadership mistakes: unbalanced orchestration, drama management, and reckless vanity Learning from the mistakes of others is a necessary part of the journey of effective leadership, and this book offers an indispensable guide to learning these powerful lessons—without paying the price of failure.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118135016

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Diamonds to Die For

By: Jim Schneider

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Diamonds to Die For

By: Jim Schneider

The husband and wife team of Emil and Leela Pulaski are drawn back into violence and intrigue once again when they are asked to investigate an unsolved murder of a local Coeur d'Alene, Idaho writer. The investigation leads to a diamond fencing operation and a neo-Nazi organization, and eventually to Geneva, Switzerland, where it comes to an unexpected end.

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1387024337

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Moon Savannah

With Hilton Head

By: Jim Morekis

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Moon Savannah

With Hilton Head

By: Jim Morekis

Whether you're chowing down on fresh seafood, diving into local history, or wandering the waterfront, Moon Savannah reveals the best of this quirky Southern city. Explore the City: Navigate by neighborhood or by activity, with color-coded maps of Savannah's most interesting areas See the Sights: Take a guided tour of Fort Pulaski or climb to the top of the Tybee Island Light Station. Stroll bustling downtown Savannah, visit historic gothic cathedrals, and admire classic antebellum architecture. Tour the First African Baptist Church, or take the ferry to Cumberland Island National Seashore, rent a bike, and pedal among the ruins of old mansions Get a Taste of the City: Sample classic fried chicken, home-style Southern cooking, and the smokiest slabs of barbecue around Bars and Nightlife: Jam to live music at a pub or kick back with the locals at a fun dive bar (and take your beer with you in a to-go cup!) Honest Advice: Savannah native Jim Morekis shares a local perspective on his beloved city Itineraries and Day Trips: Follow itineraries designed for families, beach lovers, history buffs, foodies, and more, and get outside the city to Hilton Head or the Golden Isles Full-Color Photos and Detailed Maps Handy Tools: Background information on Savannah's landscape, history, and culture, tips on getting there and getting around, and advice for travelers with disabilities, families with children, seniors, and LGBTQ+ travelers With Moon Savannah's local know-how and practical advice, you can plan your trip your way. Hitting the road? Try Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip. Seeing more southern cities? Try Moon Atlanta or Moon Charleston.

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Imminent Demise

A Novel

By: Jim Stratton

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Imminent Demise

A Novel

By: Jim Stratton

There is more to twenty-six-year-old Elliot Timberlake than most people realize. Fresh out of law school, he is a handsome bachelor who keeps busy working at a saw mill in Eldsboro, Ohio, and tending his property. But when a strikingly beautiful woman makes an appearance one day while he is working in his garden, Elliot feels an immediate connection. Elliot is so distracted by his infatuation with Lily Owens that he nearly runs over his villainous boss, Daniel Felton, who already has it out for him. Several weeks later, Elliot and Lily finally see each other again at a party, where he discovers she is Felton’s date—and terrified of him to boot. Felton is a jealous man who makes it known she is his prized possession. But when a fire leads to a suspicious death in the local school, Elliot and Lily are propelled into the midst of a complicated investigation that leaves Felton’s character in question. Will they ever be able to take their relationship to the next level? In this tale of murder, mystery, and romance, a young saw mill worker’s life is transformed after he meets a beautiful woman and is thrust down a new path to what he hopes is a happily-ever-after.

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153206179X

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Best Boston Sports Arguments

The 100 Most Controversial, Debatable Questions for Die-Hard Boston Fans

By: Jim Caple,Steve Buckley

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Best Boston Sports Arguments

The 100 Most Controversial, Debatable Questions for Die-Hard Boston Fans

By: Jim Caple,Steve Buckley

Every Boston fan knows that the only thing better than watching sports is arguing about them - picking the best, the worst and who will come out on top.

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"Then Gibbs Said to Riggins. . ."

The Best Washington Redskins Stories Ever Told

By: Jim Gehman,Mark Moseley

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"Then Gibbs Said to Riggins. . ."

The Best Washington Redskins Stories Ever Told

By: Jim Gehman,Mark Moseley

Written for every sports fan who follows the Redskins, this account goes behind the scenes to peek into the private world of the players, coaches, and decision makers—all while eavesdropping on their personal conversations. From the Washington locker room to the sidelines and inside the huddle, the book includes stories about Sammy Baugh, Vince Lombardi, and Jim Zorn, among others, allowing readers to relive the highlights and the celebrations.

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1617491969

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Warriors and Citizens

American Views of Our Military

By: Jim Mattis,Kori N. Schake

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Warriors and Citizens

American Views of Our Military

By: Jim Mattis,Kori N. Schake

A diverse group of contributors offer different perspectives on whether or not the different experiences of our military and the broader society amounts to a "gap"—and if the American public is losing connection to its military. They analyze extensive polling information to identify those gaps between civilian and military attitudes on issues central to the military profession and the professionalism of our military, determine which if any of these gaps are problematic for sustaining the traditionally strong bonds between the American military and its broader public, analyze whether any problematic gaps are amenable to remediation by policy means, and assess potential solutions. The contributors also explore public disengagement and the effect of high levels of public support for the military combined with very low levels of trust in elected political leaders—both recurring themes in their research. And they reflect on whether American society is becoming so divorced from the requirements for success on the battlefield that not only will we fail to comprehend our military, but we also will be unwilling to endure a military so constituted to protect us. Contributors: Rosa Brooks, Matthew Colford,Thomas Donnelly, Peter Feaver, Jim Golby, Jim Hake, Tod Lindberg, Mackubin Thomas Owens, Cody Poplin, Nadia Schadlow, A. J. Sugarman, Lindsay Cohn Warrior, Benjamin Wittes

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0817919368

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The International Politics of Sport in the Twentieth Century

By: Professor Jim Riordan,Jim Riordan

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The International Politics of Sport in the Twentieth Century

By: Professor Jim Riordan,Jim Riordan

This book is the first of its kind. It provides a wide ranging perspective through time and place and will be an invaluable tool for students studying sport.

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Taylor & Francis

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1135817278

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The Junction Boys

How Ten Days in Hell with Bear Bryant Forged a Champion Team

By: Jim Dent

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The Junction Boys

How Ten Days in Hell with Bear Bryant Forged a Champion Team

By: Jim Dent

The Junction Boy is now a television movie produced by ESPN, starring Tom Berenger as Bryant. The legendary Paul "Bear" Bryant is recognized nationwide as one of the greatest coaches ever. So why did he always cite his 1-9 A&M team of 1954 as his favorite? This is the story of a remarkable team - and the beginning of the legend. The Junction Boys tells the story of Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant's legendary training camp in the small town of Junction, Texas. In a move that many consider the salvation of the Texas A&M football program, Coach Bryant put 115 players through the most grueling practices ever imagined. Only a handful of players survived the entire 10 days, but they braved the intense heat of the Texas sun and the burning passion of their coach, and turned a floundering team into one of the nation's best. The Junction Boys is more than just a story of tough practices without water breaks. An extraordinary fellowship was forged from the mind-numbing pain. The thirty-five survivors bonded together like no other team in America. They profited from the Junction experience; the knowledge they took back with them to College Station, about themselves and what they were capable of, would be used for the rest of their lives. In vivid and powerful images reminiscent of Friday Night Lights, Hoosiers, and The Last Picture Show, these young men and their driven coach come to life. The Junction Boys contains all the hallmarks of a classic sports story, and it combines America's love of college football with an extraordinary story of perseverance and triumph.

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142997284X

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The Conley Boys of Montana

By: Jim Blodgett

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The Conley Boys of Montana

By: Jim Blodgett

The three Conley boys, Jack, Jim and Frank were sons of an Irish immigrant family, raised along the banks of the Susquehanna River in Maryland. After the death of their father when Frank was but 18 months old, the family relocated to Carroll, Iowa. During the same time, the newspapers were filled with stories of the U.S. Army and their campaigns against the combined native tribes in Montana and the Dakota Territories. The exciting and dangerous stories which celebrated the lives of those involved, was a call to action for all three boys. Montana Territory in the 1870’s and 80’s was a hostile environment where road agents, horse thieves and “bad men” infested the roads and towns alike. Native tribes were at war with settlers attempting to encroach on their lands, and the advent of the railroad brought a new species of troublemakers to towns along the Northern Pacific route. Other than a rare visit from one of the few U.S. Marshals assigned to the territory; the presence of lawmen was scarce. An unusual responsibility fell upon the few, fearless officers whose mission it was to enforce the law and maintain order, largely upon the force of their own edicts. The job of anyone with a badge, was filled with danger. A lone officer who would attempt to track down a criminal within the huge expanse of the territory, was a fearless man indeed. There were many desperate men who thought little of killing anyone out to bring them to justice. The more efficient and fearless an officer was, the more challenging and dangerous was the job. Legendary lawman Tom Irvine became the first elected sheriff of Custer County which included the town of Miles City. Irvine was the right man for the thriving and wild town, but the awesome and dangerous job of sheriff required deputies with experience, tested courage, and the confidence to handle whatever problem that came their way. Prior to his election as sheriff, Irvine worked alongside Jim and Jack Conley when they served as packers and guides for General Nelson Miles during the Indian wars. Irvine knew of Jack and Jim Conley's capabilities and was successful in recruiting both as his first deputies. Seventeen-year-old Frank had just arrived in Miles City and had always dreamed of working with his brothers, so he approached Irvine for a job. Irvine hesitated as he could not recall a deputy as young as Frank in the territory or any of the surrounding territories. But then again, there had never been brothers quite like the Conley boys. Frank was well over six foot at the time, had broad shoulders, a trim waist, powerful build, a mature manner, and appearance. All three of the brothers, especially Jim, were known as expert marksmen with the pistol, rifle, and shotgun. Jim assured Irvine he would vouch for Frank and be there if needed, to look out for him. Irvine trusted Jim’s judgement, “If Frank is half the man, you and Jack are, Jim, I believe he would make an excellent lawman. Besides, there is only one way to find out.” Sheriff Irvine was not disappointed, nor were the other lawmen and communities the Conley boys served over the next forty years. Jack and Jim both became effective and respected Sheriff's, stock detectives and U.S. Deputy Marshals. Young Frank became one of the longest serving Prison Wardens and city mayors in the United States. This is a story based upon real events, characters, and the lives of three remarkable brothers and lawmen: Jack, Jim and Frank, The Conley boys of Montana.

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Just a Thin Slice: A Family's Journey Through the American Landscape - 1623 to the Present

By: Jim Kenaston

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Just a Thin Slice: A Family's Journey Through the American Landscape - 1623 to the Present

By: Jim Kenaston

Just a Thin Slice" is a selective account of a family history covering nearly 400 years. The life and times of multiple generations are characterized for the sake of young members of the family and for others who may find the account to be a useful or edifying word. This second edition provides an updated set of reflections in accordance with our changing times.

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1387252003

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A Secret Place

By: Jim Schneider

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A Secret Place

By: Jim Schneider

A secret Place Book Four of the Pulaski Series An autistic young man and a former prostitute, both with their own troubled histories, are struggling for a better way of life. Finding no help in their fundamentalist church, they turn to Satanism, little knowing it will end in their deaths. A year after their disappearance in the small community of Spirit Lake, Idaho, the parents of the young man turn to Northwest Investigations for help in finding what happened to their son, something the authorities have been unable to do. Emil and Leela, now assisted by their adopted daughter, the former Annette Van Zandt, take on the case but it proves to be heavy going due to a lack of clues, the same thing that frustrated the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office. Annie, the newest member of Northwest Investigations, finds the doorway leading to the fate of the missing couple. From there, it is a long and dangerous chase to run down the chief culprit, a psychopathic killer who seems to be truly touched by the Devil himself.

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0359690653

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Black Writers/Black Baseball

An Anthology of Articles from Black Sportswriters Who Covered the Negro Leagues, rev. ed.

By: Jim Reisler

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Black Writers/Black Baseball

An Anthology of Articles from Black Sportswriters Who Covered the Negro Leagues, rev. ed.

By: Jim Reisler

This revised edition is an anthology of 10 African American sportswriters who covered baseball's Negro Leagues in the first part of the 20th century. The writers include Sam Lacy, Wendell Smith, Frank A. Young, Joe Bostic, Chester L. Washington, W. Rollo Wilson, Dan Burley, Ed Harris, A.S. "Doc" Young and Romeo Dougherty. The men represented here were pioneers in their own right. Writing for black weekly newspapers, they faced the same conditions as the leagues' players, from discrimination to endless travel. Yet it was through their writings that the public, both black and white were given an up-close, inside look at the day-to-day happenings of Negro League baseball.

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McFarland

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0786429070

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Flying Crows

A Novel

By: Jim Lehrer

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Flying Crows

A Novel

By: Jim Lehrer

BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Jim Lehrer's Tension City. With Flying Crows, veteran newsman and bestselling author Jim Lehrer has written his most powerful novel, a work that moves masterfully from past to present and back again to solve the mystery that is American mayhem. In 1997, police discover an old homeless man in the Kansas City train station. “Birdie Carlucci” claims he has lived there since 1933, hiding out in the storeroom of a Harvey House restaurant. Kansas City cop Lieutenant Randy Benton decides to discover the truth behind Birdie’ s tale—and finds himself on a ride that leads ever backward into our country’s bloodstained past. Benton’s investigation reveals the story of young Birdie, incarcerated in a brutal insane asylum where the preferred method of treatment is beating with a baseball bat. In that hopeless environment, though, he’s befriended by another patient, Josh Lancaster, once dismissed as a lost cause but snatched back from the brink by a compassionate doctor. But what is the secret of Lancaster’s involvement in an infamous Civil War encounter between Confederate bushwhackers and Union soldiers? And what truly happened after Birdie escaped from the asylum on the famous Flying Crow train? As Benton returns to the present day, he wonders: How much, if any of it, really took place? What were the true public and private traumas of these two troubled men who can’t forget what they’ve seen or merely imagined? Inspired by real events, Flying Crows is a novel that moves as inexorably as a train in the night to a shattering conclusion—one that reveals the many meanings of imprisonment and escape, and all the eccentricities and tragedies of the American soul.

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0307430987

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Spirituality: Inner Armor

By: Jim Amsing

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Spirituality: Inner Armor

By: Jim Amsing

Spirituality: Inner Armor provides an antidote to the toxic effects that evil has in the lives of peace officers. True-life police stories from front-line officers portray the reality of evil actions and it’s effects in the lives of everyone involved. When police officers are strong in mind, body, and spirit they can serve with humility, courage, compassion, and hope because they see opportunities to be change agents in society and refuse to succumb to cynicism, apathy, and despair. An informed spirituality that is open to wisdom will lead to an interior peace and harmonic congruence in the inner person that will necessarily reveal itself in outer actions. Peace officers who are willing to constantly grow in knowledge and practice of inner armor spirituality will find tranquility amidst chaos, peace during war, and right action in perplexity. Those who are willing to engage in the battle with evil will have battered shields and dented armor, but the inner armor of spirituality will sustain, renew and guide the guardians of society into the harbor of peace.

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1525548905

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On Wisconsin!

The History of Badger Athletics from 1896-1998

By: Don Kopriva,Jim Mott

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On Wisconsin!

The History of Badger Athletics from 1896-1998

By: Don Kopriva,Jim Mott

This book relates the history of athletics at the University of Wisconsin. From its beginnings on the Madison campus in the 1870s with rudimentary rowing and baseball teams to the opening of the Kohl Center in 1998, sports has played a profound role at Wisconsin.

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1571670386

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