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Joe Louis

The Life of a Heavyweight

By: Lew Freedman

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Joe Louis

The Life of a Heavyweight

By: Lew Freedman

Joe Louis held the heavyweight boxing championship longer than any other fighter and defended it a record 25 times. (In the 1930s and 1940s, the owner of the heavyweight title was the most prominent non-team sports competitor.) In addition, Louis helped bridge the gap of understanding between whites and blacks. During World War II he not only raised money for Army and Navy relief and entertained millions of troops as a morale officer, but became a symbol of American hope and strength. This biography of Louis outlines his rise from poverty in Alabama to become the best-known African American of his time and describes how an uneducated man, simple at his core, became so articulate and ended up on the side of right in the battles he fought, with fist or voice.

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1476602123

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9781476602127

In the Cauldron

Terror, Tension, and the American Ambassador's Struggle to Avoid Pearl Harbor

By: Lew Paper

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In the Cauldron

Terror, Tension, and the American Ambassador's Struggle to Avoid Pearl Harbor

By: Lew Paper

“The underbrush through which Mr. Paper cuts his way . . . would be challenging for any writer. But Mr. Paper, with an eye for character and an easy narrative style, manages to keep his subject interesting. . . . And even though we know how it’s all going to end, Mr. Paper manages to add a measure of suspense to his narrative — a tribute to his abilities as a writer.” —The Washington Times This is not just another book about Pearl Harbor. It is the story of Joseph Grew, America’s ambassador to Japan, and his frantic effort in the months before the Pearl Harbor attack to orchestrate an agreement between Japan and the United States to avoid the war he saw coming. It is a story filled with hope and heartache, with complex and fascinating characters, and with a drama befitting the momentous decisions at stake. And more than that, it is a story that has never been told. In those months before the Pearl Harbor attack, Japan and the United States were locked in a battle of wills. President Franklin D. Roosevelt's economic sanctions were crippling Japan. America's noose was tightening around Japan's neck — but the country's leaders refused to yield to American demands. In this cauldron of boiling tensions, Joseph Grew offered many recommendations to break the deadlock. Having resided and worked in Tokyo for almost ten years, Grew understood what Roosevelt and his administration back home did not: that the Japanese would rather face annihilation than endure the humiliation of surrendering to American pressure. The President and his administration saw little need to accept their ambassador’s recommendations. The administration’s policies, they believed, were sure to succeed. And so, with increasing urgency, Grew tried to explain to the President and his administration that Japan’s mindset could not be gauged by Western standards of logic and that the administration’s policies could lead Japan to embark on a suicidal war with the United States “with dangerous and dramatic suddenness.” Relying on Grew’s diaries, letters and memos, interviews with members of the families of Grew and his staff, and an abundance of other primary source materials, Lew Paper presents the gripping story of Grew’s effort to halt the downward spiral of Japan’s relations with the United States. Grew had to wrestle with an American government that would not listen to him – and simultaneously confront an increasingly hostile environment in Japan, where pervasive surveillance, arbitrary arrest, and even unspeakable torture by Japan's secret police were constant threats. In the Cauldron reads like a novel, but it is based on fact. And it is sure to raise questions whether the Pearl Harbor attack could have been avoided.

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Simon and Schuster

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1621578976

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9781621578970

Chuckin' Charlie Conerly and the New York Football Giants

By: Lew Freedman

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Chuckin' Charlie Conerly and the New York Football Giants

By: Lew Freedman

All-American quarterback Charlie Conerly's college career was interrupted by World War II. He started at University of Mississippi in 1942, fought in the Battle of Guam in 1944, then led Ole Miss to their first conference championship in 1947. He went on to play for the New York Giants from 1948 to 1961, ultimately leading them to an NFL title. A College Football Hall of Famer, Conerly was a professional All-Star and the lynchpin of the Giants offense at time when the team was loaded with Hall of Famers who unduly overshadowed him during his heyday. New York won repeat divisional crowns under the soft-spoken Conerly and participated in the suspenseful, first-ever sudden death NFL title game in 1958. This first-ever full-length biography chronicles his life and career in detail.

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McFarland

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1476649626

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9781476649627

Whiskey Master Class

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Scotch, Bourbon, Rye, and More

By: Lew Bryson

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Whiskey Master Class

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Scotch, Bourbon, Rye, and More

By: Lew Bryson

Go beyond the glass and discover the secrets behind your favorite style of whiskey. Over the past three decades, Lew Bryson has been one of the most influential voices in whiskey—a longtime editor of Whisky Advocate and author of the definitive guide Tasting Whiskey. In this book, Lew shares everything he's learned on his journey through the worlds of bourbon, Scotch, rye, Japanese whiskey, and more (yes, there are tasty Canadian and Irish whiskeys as well!). In this book, you'll find it all: An overview of the different types of whiskeys, including the rules and identities of each. He also includes information on craft whiskeys, which tend to be more creative and freewheeling than the styles made by traditional producers. Exploration of the key whiskey ingredients, with a close look at the flavor contributions of malt, peat, corn, rye, wheat—even water matters. Distillation for non-distillers and the beauty of barrels: Whiskey is both an art and a science, and what's in the glass is affected by things like pot stills vs. column stills, barrel char, and of course, time. Numerous interviews with master distillers, still makers, and other artisans at the top of their field. Tasting notes throughout so you can identify the whiskeys you might want to try next. Every chapter contains a variety of unique, often behind-the-scenes photography. And with whiskey as the subject, this is a class where you'll want to do the homework!

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Harvard Common Press

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1558329811

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9781558329812

Johnny Mize

A Biography of Baseball's "Big Cat"

By: Lew Freedman

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Johnny Mize

A Biography of Baseball's "Big Cat"

By: Lew Freedman

During his 15-season Major League career, slugger Johnny Mize was among the preeminent power hitters in baseball, a star for the St. Louis Cardinals and the New York Giants, and a clutch player for the New York Yankees when they won five straight World Series in the late 1940s and early 1950s. Raised in rural Georgia, Mize caught the tail end of the Cardinals' Gas House Gang era and had his career interrupted by World War II before achieving greatness at the plate. An MVP, perennial All-Star and four-time National League home-run champion, he made a science of batting and wrote a book on it (How to Hit, 1953). This first full-length biography traces the arc of Mize's career through his prime years in the limelight to his retirement, when renewed interest in his legacy saw him inducted into the Hall of Fame.

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McFarland

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1476645396

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9781476645391

The 50 Greatest Plays in Chicago Bears Football History

By: Lew Freedman

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The 50 Greatest Plays in Chicago Bears Football History

By: Lew Freedman

In a series that explores the logic-defying comebacks and tough losses, the dramatic interceptions, fumbles, game-winning field goals, and touchdowns that shape a fan’s greatest memories of their beloved team, this book does not disappoint as the ultimate collector’s item for Bears fans. It chronicles the most famous moments in Chicago football history, including Gale Sayers's six-touchdown day against the 49ers, Walter Payton's 275-yard performance in 1977, Devin Hester's Super Bowl XLI kickoff return, and the dominating team performance of Super Bowl XX. The descriptions of each play are accompanied with game information and quotes from participants, players, and observers with firsthand accounts.

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Triumph Books

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1633190773

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9781633190771

Lightning Strikes Twice

Johnny Vander Meer and the Cincinnati Reds

By: Lew Freedman

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Lightning Strikes Twice

Johnny Vander Meer and the Cincinnati Reds

By: Lew Freedman

In June of 1938, southpaw Johnny Vander Meer of the Cincinnati Reds became the only pitcher in Major League history to hurl two consecutive no-hitters--an achievement that has stood unsurpassed for more than 80 years. Vander Meer was just 23 at the time and a glorious future was predicted. Despite injuries, he became a four-time All-Star yet ended up a .500 pitcher--not a surefire Hall of Famer as many expected. Both the Reds and Vander Meer persevered, but decades later the left-hander is best remembered for his stunning no-hit package. This volume follows Vander Meer and the Reds through the triumphs of two National League pennants and one World Series title, the hardship of World War II, and the trying suicide of a teammate.

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McFarland

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1476641080

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9781476641089

The Truth About Oxycodone and Other Narcotics

By: Kristi Lew

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The Truth About Oxycodone and Other Narcotics

By: Kristi Lew

The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that prescription painkillers are one of the most commonly abused drugs by teens, after tobacco, alcohol, and marijuana. Readers get the facts about narcotics, including opioids and opiates, the class of chemicals that includes oxycodone. The misuse of narcotic painkillers has more than tripled since 2001, according to the CDC. This frank narrative explains how opioid painkillers work on the body and brain, how to spot the symptoms of abuse and overdose, and how to fight addiction. Detoxification and rehabilitation programs and what it takes to recover are also examined.

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The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

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147771894X

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9781477718940

Origami Sailboats

By: Lew Rozelle

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Origami Sailboats

By: Lew Rozelle

Offers original designs for paper sailboats that float and sail in water, including designs for a lifeboat, a bilge board sailboat, and a double-ended sailboat.

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Macmillan

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0312269064

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9780312269067

The Boyer Brothers of Baseball

By: Lew Freedman

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The Boyer Brothers of Baseball

By: Lew Freedman

This the story of the seven baseball-playing Boyer brothers from western Missouri who signed professional contracts in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. Led by oldest brother Cloyd, a pitcher, third baseman Ken and third baseman Clete, three of the seven brothers reached the majors. This book recounts their hardscrabble upbringing and how they fought their way to success. Initially discouraged by arm injuries that curtailed his big-league career, Cloyd became a coach and manager at the minor and major league levels, and remained in the game for nearly half a century. The most accomplished, Ken, became a perennial National League All-Star, and was the 1964 Most Valuable Player. In the 1960s, he was the face of the St. Louis Cardinals, and after his playing days ended he returned to manage the team. Clete gained prominence as a regular for the American League champion New York Yankees, and competed in five World Series before starring in the National League and concluding his career in Japan. While they did not make it to the top, the other four brothers enrich the story with their own baseball histories, and help illustrate how the closeness of the family helped each of them succeed.

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McFarland

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0786470992

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9780786470990

African American Pioneers of Baseball

A Biographical Encyclopedia

By: Lew Freedman

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African American Pioneers of Baseball

A Biographical Encyclopedia

By: Lew Freedman

When Jackie Robinson became the first African American player in major league baseball in 1947, elbowing aside the league's policies of segregation that had been inviolate for 60 years, he became a symbol of opportunity and acceptance for African American players everywhere. Robinson withstood discrimination to establish himself as a Hall of Fame player, and to lead future generations of black players into the previously all-white world of Major League Baseball. Written for students and general readers alike, this biographical encyclopedia chronicles the history of African American baseball through the life stories of the game's greatest players, the legends who played a significant role in the integration of the major league. From Negro League stars Satchel Paige and Josh Gibson, to color line shatterer Jackie Robinson, and those who followed them in the limelight, such as Hank Aaron and Willie Mays, readers will learn how the inclusion of African American players in Major League Baseball improved the sport and race relations in the United States during this critical period in history. Providing detailed accounts of each player's amazing professional achievements, this insightful reference describes how the spectacular talents of African American players elevated Major League Baseball forever. Features include a timeline of important events, numerous photographs, and a bibliography of print and electronic sources for further reading.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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031308226X

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9780313082269

Roberto Clemente: Baseball Star & Humanitarian

Baseball Star & Humanitarian

By: Lew Freedman

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Roberto Clemente: Baseball Star & Humanitarian

Baseball Star & Humanitarian

By: Lew Freedman

Legendary Athletes introduces readers to the people who have made significant impacts both athletically and socially. Roberto Clemente: Baseball Star & Humanitarian highlights Roberto Clemente's childhood and rise to fame. Career highlights, battles along the way, and humanitarian contributions are also discussed. The baseball star's lasting legacy is told through informative sidebars, captivating photos, and engaging text. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

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ABDO

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1617149438

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9781617149436

Game of My Life Chicago White Sox

Memorable Stories of White Sox Baseball

By: Lew Freedman

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Game of My Life Chicago White Sox

Memorable Stories of White Sox Baseball

By: Lew Freedman

More than twenty former and current Pale Hose players share their fondest single-game White Sox experience and memories with the Chicago Tribune’s Lew Freedman. Many of these moments have helped shape the White Sox’s rich heritage in Chicago. Billy Pierce, Scott Podsednik, Mark Buehrle, Greg Walker, Bobby Jenks, Turk Lown, and Gerry Staley are but a few of the legendary stars who discuss the games of their lives. This book is the ticket for White Sox fans to travel back in time alongside many of their heroes to experience the moments that have shaped the South Siders during the team’s 107-year history.

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Simon and Schuster

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1613214294

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9781613214299

Tourism Geography

Critical Understandings of Place, Space and Experience

By: Stephen Williams,Alan A. Lew

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Tourism Geography

Critical Understandings of Place, Space and Experience

By: Stephen Williams,Alan A. Lew

Tourism Geography develops a critical understanding of how different geographies of tourism are created and maintained. Drawing on both historical and contemporary perspectives, the discussion connects tourism to key geographical concepts relating to globalization, mobility, new geographies of production and consumption, and post-industrial change. The new edition has been fully updated to have an international focus, with global case studies and broader based content.

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Routledge

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1135010161

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9781135010164

Baxter's the Foot and Ankle in Sport

By: Donald E. Baxter,David A. Porter,Lew Schon

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Baxter's the Foot and Ankle in Sport

By: Donald E. Baxter,David A. Porter,Lew Schon

An injury to the foot and ankle can be devastating to an athlete's performance. Get your patients back to their peak physical condition using authoritative guidance from the only reference book focusing solely on sports-related injuries of the foot and ankle! Authoritative guidance on athletic evaluation, sports syndromes, anatomic disorders, athletic shoes, orthoses and rehabilitation, and more, provides you with the know-how you need to overcome virtually any challenge you face. A chapter focusing on sports and dance equips you to better understand and manage the unique problems of these high-impact activities. Comprehensive coverage of rehabilitation of the foot and ankle helps you ease your patients' concerns regarding return to play. International contributors share their expertise and provide you with a global perspective on sports medicine. Case studies demonstrate how to approach specific clinical situations and injuries. Three new chapters on "Problematic Stress Fractures of the Foot and Ankle," "New Advances in the Treatment of the Foot and Ankle," and "The Principles of Rehabilitation for the Foot and Ankle," deliver more expert knowledge and practice solutions than ever before. Expanded chapters guide you through all aspects of treating sports-related injuries of the foot and ankle, from evaluation to rehabilitation.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323023584

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9780323023580

DiMaggio's Yankees

A History of the 1936-1944 Dynasty

By: Lew Freedman

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DiMaggio's Yankees

A History of the 1936-1944 Dynasty

By: Lew Freedman

When Babe Ruth left the New York Yankees in 1935, some feared that the loss would cripple the club for years. However, the post-Ruth era Yankees continued to dominate until the start of World War II. Their forward-thinking administrative staff signed and developed top-flight talent like Joe DiMaggio and retained superstars like Lou Gehrig, who remained the greatest first baseman in the game until he succumbed to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. This history of the Yankees from 1936 to late into World War II details the team's swift recovery from losing Ruth and reintroduces unheralded players, examines the personal styles of the key men, and chronicles the team's remarkable achievements, including six American League pennants in eight years and five World Series victories.

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McFarland

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0786488247

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9780786488247

Science Experiments That Fly and Move

Fun Projects for Curious Kids

By: Kristi Lew

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Science Experiments That Fly and Move

Fun Projects for Curious Kids

By: Kristi Lew

Provides step-by-step instructions for science projects using household materials and explains the science behind the experiments" -- publisher.

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Capstone

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1429654260

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9781429654265

Geriatric Rehabilitation

By: David X. Cifu,Henry L. Lew,Mooyeon Oh-Park

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Geriatric Rehabilitation

By: David X. Cifu,Henry L. Lew,Mooyeon Oh-Park

Rehabilitation of the geriatric patient poses a unique set of challenges and conditions often not seen in younger patients, but which are common among older adults. This quick, practical resource helps physiatrists and other members of the rehabilitation team overcome these challenges, covering the wide range of topics necessary to provide the highest level of care to this rapidly increasing population. - Presents practical guidance on arthritis and joint replacement, polypharmacy and mobility, swallowing dysfunction, nutritional recommendations, psychiatric and cognitive disorders, assistive technology, and more. - Covers the physiologic changes and epidemiology of aging, osteoporosis and fragility fractures, fall prevention and intervention, and prevention of hospital-acquired deconditioning. - Consolidates today's available information on geriatric rehabilitation into one convenient resource.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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032354455X

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9780323544559

Tasting Whiskey

An Insider's Guide to the Unique Pleasures of the World's Finest Spirits

By: Lew Bryson

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Tasting Whiskey

An Insider's Guide to the Unique Pleasures of the World's Finest Spirits

By: Lew Bryson

Pour a stiff drink and crack open this comprehensive guide to everything there is to know about the world’s greatest whiskeys. Exploring the traditions behind bourbon, Scotch, Irish, and even Japanese whiskey, you’ll discover how unique flavors are created through variations of ingredients and different distilling techniques. With advice on how to collect, age, and serve whiskey, as well as suggestions for proven food pairings, you’ll be inspired to share your knowledge and invite your friends over for a delicious whiskey tasting party.

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Storey Publishing

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1612123015

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9781612123011

The Packers Experience

A Year-by-Year Chronicle of the Green Bay Packers

By: Lew Freedman

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The Packers Experience

A Year-by-Year Chronicle of the Green Bay Packers

By: Lew Freedman

DIVSince its establishment in 1919, the Green Bay Packers football organization has stood proudly as the United Statesâ€™ only community-owned professional sports team. Its fans are renowned for their unrivaled die-hard dedication, with Lambeau Field season tickets sold out since 1960 and a waiting list stretching decades into the futureâ€”tickets so coveted, they are often bequeathed in family wills. These are not quiet fans. Fortunately, The Packers Experience is not a quiet book./divDIV/divDIVThe ultimate guide to the Green Bay Packers, The Packers Experience takes readers year by year through every single season of the franchiseâ€™s storied history. Award-winning sportswriter Lew Freedman describes each seasonâ€™s key moments, and his stories are accompanied by detailed stats and glorious images. Additional feature articles highlight the legendary players and coaches who have made the Packers one of the most successful organizations in the NFL: Curley Lambeau, Don Hutson, Paul Hornung, Bart Starr, Ray Nitschke, Vince Lombardi, Willie Davis, Herb Adderley, James Lofton, LeRoy Butler, Reggie White, Brett Favre, Donald Driver, Aaron Rodgers, Clay Matthews, and many others./divDIV/divPhotos from the teamâ€™s history are accompanied by rare memorabilia and mementos. This premier-quality book is the perfect keepsake for Packers fans of all generationsâ€”an essential addition to the Packers library and as timeless as that indomitable Packer pride.

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MVP Books

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161058760X

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9781610587600

Damn Bunch of Cripples

My Politically Incorrect Education in Disability Awareness

By: Lew Shaver

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Damn Bunch of Cripples

My Politically Incorrect Education in Disability Awareness

By: Lew Shaver

I was sitting in a small upstairs room attempting to write this narrative of my education in disability awareness. For over 30 years I have been involved in working with individuals with disabilities as a coach and administrator on the intercollegiate, national and international levels. When I started this journey, at a small, Midwestern University, I had no idea of what I was getting myself into. Now that I have traveled this educational path I have come to realize that it may have been one of the most important learning experiences of my life, an experience I feel needs to be shared. In putting this narrative together, one very real issue I struggled with was how to deal with the present climate of political correctness. My decision was to tell the stories as I remember them, in the language as I remember. To do differently would change and compromise the actual experience. Thus, this is a sharing of feelings and experiences that a coach and his athletes spent in timeless hours in a gym practicing and competing, of thousands of miles traveled throughout the United States and beyond, and days and nights spent together in laughter and frustration.

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iUniverse

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0595292542

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9780595292547

Wild Thing

The True Story of Britain's Rightful Guv'nor

By: Bernard O'Mahoney,Lew Yates

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Wild Thing

The True Story of Britain's Rightful Guv'nor

By: Bernard O'Mahoney,Lew Yates

Everybody in the unlicensed fight game knows that only one man has the honour of being titled 'Guv'nor' - and that man is Lew 'Wild Thing' Yates. Yates began boxing at the age of six, and as an adult he was ruthless in pursuit of his dream of becoming world heavyweight champion. But when his licence was revoked following an assault on a referee, he turned to unlicensed boxing. By day, Yates pounded punchbags and the streets in an effort to reach the peak of physical fitness as he prepared for his epic battle with Roy 'Pretty Boy' Shaw. At night, he pounded gangsters and drug dealers foolish enough to take him on in the nightclubs where he worked. Wild Thing documents how Yates rose to the top of his bloody profession. When it comes to his fighting ability, he doesn't need to boast, brag or exaggerate. With Lew Yates, what you see is what you hope you're never going to get. This is his remarkable story.

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Random House

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1780570759

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9781780570754

Bulls, Bears and the Ballot Box

How the Performance of Our Presidents Has Impacted Your Wallet

By: Bob Deitrick,Lew Goldfarb (Lawyer)

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Bulls, Bears and the Ballot Box

How the Performance of Our Presidents Has Impacted Your Wallet

By: Bob Deitrick,Lew Goldfarb (Lawyer)

The authors review 80 years of our nation's economic history from the Great Depression and Herbert Hoover, to the Great Recession and George W. Bush. They explain the economic stumbles and triumphs posted by these 13 presidents as CEO's of the American economy.

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Advantage Media Group

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1599322889

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9781599322889

Perfect

Don Larsen's Miraculous World Series Game and the Men Who Made it Happen

By: Lew Paper

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Perfect

Don Larsen's Miraculous World Series Game and the Men Who Made it Happen

By: Lew Paper

“Perfect captures our hearts as it carries us back to the golden age of baseball and the more innocent world of the 1950s.”—Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning Author of The Bully Pulpit On October 8, 1956, New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen took the mound for game five of the World Series against the rival Brooklyn Dodgers. In an improbable performance that the New York Times called "the greatest moment in the history of the Fall Classic," Larsen, an otherwise mediocre journeyman pitcher, retired twenty-seven straight Dodger batters to clinch a perfect game and, to date, the only World Series no-hitter ever witnessed in major league baseball. Here, Lew Paper delivers a masterful pitch-by-pitch account of that fateful day and the extraordinary lives of the players on the field—seven of whom would later be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Meticulously researched and relying on dozens of interviews, Paper's gripping narrative recreates Larsen's feat in a pitching duel that featured legendary figures such as Mickey Mantle, Jackie Robinson, Yogi Berra, and Roy Campanella. More than just the story of a single game, Perfect is a window into baseball's glorious past.

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Penguin

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1101140453

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9781101140451

Hoyt Wilhelm

Life of a Knuckleballer

By: Lew Freedman

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Hoyt Wilhelm

Life of a Knuckleballer

By: Lew Freedman

Hoyt Wilhelm's intriguing baseball career lasted two decades. A veteran of the Battle of the Bulge, the eight-time All-Star from Huntersville, North Carolina, was a standout for the New York Giants, Baltimore Orioles, Chicago White Sox and Atlanta Braves, though he did not reach the majors until he was nearly 30. He pitched a no-hitter as a starter, won as many as 15 games a season, was the first reliever to win more than 100 games and save more than 200, and broke Cy Young's record for most games on the mound. Along the way, he relied almost entirely on his baffling skill with a rare weapon of choice--the knuckleball. This first full-length biography covers the life and career of the first relief pitcher in the Hall of Fame.

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McFarland

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1476651000

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9781476651002

Forensic Pathology

Principles and Practice

By: David Dolinak,Evan Matshes,Emma O. Lew

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Forensic Pathology

Principles and Practice

By: David Dolinak,Evan Matshes,Emma O. Lew

Forensic Pathology is a comprehensive reference that uses a case-oriented format to address, explain and guide the reader through the varied topics encountered by forensic pathologists. Developed in response to a severe void in the literature, the book addresses topics ranging from medicolegal investigation of death to death scene investigation, forensic autopsy, and artifacts of resuscitation as well as complications of medical therapy, forensic osteology, forensic odontology, forensic photography, and death certification. The book includes various types of cases, including sudden natural death, asphyxia, motor vehicle collisions, death in custody, child abuse and elder abuse, acute psychiatric and emotional deaths, and pregnancy. It contains sample descriptions of pathological lesions which serve to aid pathologists in reporting their findings to law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and others involved in investigations of sudden death. The concepts outlined in the text are beautifully illustrated by large, colorful photographs. There are also "Do and Don't" sections at the end of each chapter that provide guidance for handling the types of cases examined. This work will benefit not only experienced forensic pathologists, but also hospital pathologists who occasionally performs medicolegal autopsies; doctors in training; medical examiners; law enforcement personnel; crime scene investigators; attorneys; and fellows and students of the medical sciences. - Large, colorful photographs which beautifully illustrate the concepts outlined in the text. - Sample descriptions of pathological lesions which serve to aid pathologists in reporting their findings to law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and others involved in investigations of sudden death. - 'Do and Don't' sections at the end of each chapter which provide guidance for handling the types of cases examined within preceding sections.

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Elsevier

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0080470661

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"Then Ozzie Said to Harold. . ."

The Best Chicago White Sox Stories Ever Told

By: Lew Freedman,Billy Pierce

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The Best Chicago White Sox Stories Ever Told

By: Lew Freedman,Billy Pierce

Written for every sports fan who follows the Chicago White Sox, 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 locker room to the field, the book includes stories about Carlton Fisk, Bo Jackson, Shoeless Joe Jackson, Billy Pierce, and Frank Thomas, among others, allowing readers to relive the highlights and the celebrations.

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Triumph Books

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1617494143

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9781617494147

LeBron James

A Biography

By: Lew Freedman

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LeBron James

A Biography

By: Lew Freedman

LeBron James is simultaneously on the cutting edge of basketball greatness and as a cultural icon. Through the international exposure of the National Basketball Association and its televised games in more than 100 countries, and as a global marketing presence, the star of the Cleveland Cavaliers is rapidly becoming one of the world's most familiar faces. This biography traces the key events in the life of LeBron James during his dizzying rise to fame in high school to his emergence as the first overall pick in the NBA draft as an 18-year-old, to his carrying the underdog Cavaliers to the 2007 NBA Finals. Hyped relentlessly from the time he was a high school sophomore in Ohio, James has lived up to all advance billing and with his charm, smile, and extraordinary basketball skills. James' all-around talent and unselfishness on the court are the trademarks of his play that have made him one of the most feared scorers in the league, but also one of its most versatile rebounders and passers. This biography offers a well-rounded portrait James from the difficulties encountered being raised by a single mother and overcoming poverty, which at times caused the family to move from home to home. Lew Freedman of the Chicago Tribune chronicles the milestones in the life of LeBron James during his dizzying rise to fame. Also highlighted are James' remarkable endorsement deals, particularly his $90 million deal with Nike. The volume is rounded out with a timeline and a bibliography of print and electronic sources to provide suggested readings for students and sports fans alike.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313343624

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9780313343629

Braddom's Rehabilitation Care: A Clinical Handbook E-Book

By: David X. Cifu,Henry L. Lew

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Braddom's Rehabilitation Care: A Clinical Handbook E-Book

By: David X. Cifu,Henry L. Lew

Concise and portable, Braddom's Clinical Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, by Drs. David X. Cifu and Henry L. Lew, gives you dependable, up-to-date content in a handbook format ideally suited for use at the bedside or in outpatient clinics. This quick reference covers the everyday topics you need – assistive devices and orthoses, spasticity, pediatric, adult, and geriatric care, pain management, outcome measures, and much more – all derived from the most trusted name in the field of PM&R. - Reader-friendly format with succinct, templated chapters for ease of use. - Authoritative content derived from the #1 comprehensive reference in the field: Braddom's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. - An ideal resource for the entire rehabilitation team as a quick reference or study guide. - Highlights key concepts spanning the full spectrum of rehabilitation medicine to help optimize outcomes for patients with a range of chronic diseases, impairments, and disabilities. - Includes eSlides complied by internationally renowned experts to summarize key teaching points and clinical pearls.

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Elsevier Health Sciences

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0323497330

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9780323497336

New York Breweries

By: Lew Bryson

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New York Breweries

By: Lew Bryson

Lively descriptions of New York breweries and brewpubs, with a history of brewing in the Empire State and information on types of beer produced at each site, tours, food served, and nearby lodging and attractions. The author, a beer connoisseur, recommends a favorite for each brewery.

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Stackpole Books

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081174339X

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9780811743396

My Season on the Kenai

Fishing Alaska's Greatest Salmon River

By: Lew Freedman

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My Season on the Kenai

Fishing Alaska's Greatest Salmon River

By: Lew Freedman

Follow along with award-winning sportswriter Lew Freedman as he journals an unforgettable season of fly fishing along the Kenai River. Just as you never know what kind of fish and what size fish might be tugging on your line when the rod bends, you never know what kind of excitement awaits during a season on the Kenai River. Located in Southcentral Alaska, the Kenai River is a world-class salmon river attracting fishermen from all over the world. Each summer thousands of anglers fish the magical Kenai River. Discover what makes the eighty-five-mile-long river a dream destination for the devout fisherman inside My Season on the Kenai. Freedman’s amusing stories and first-hand experience are sure to entertain and inspire the avid angler, with valuable information and insights sprinkled in each chapter.

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Graphic Arts Books

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0882409514

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9780882409511

Yosemite Trails

By: Lew Clark,Ginny Clark

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Yosemite Trails

By: Lew Clark,Ginny Clark

Covers the Yosemite Valley, Merced River Canyon and its approaches through the High Sierras and Sequoia country.

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0931532019

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9780931532016

Bent Pins to Chains

Alaska and Its Newspapers

By: Evangeline Atwood,Lew Williams Jr.

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Bent Pins to Chains

Alaska and Its Newspapers

By: Evangeline Atwood,Lew Williams Jr.

This book began in the mid 1970s, after historian and author Evangeline Atwood finished her sixth book on Alaska. Fairbanks Daily News-Miner executive Charles Gray and Ketchikan Daily News publisher Lew Williams Jr. urged her to write a history of Alaska newspaper. She finished a manuscript, "A History of One Hundred Years of Newspapering in Alaska, 1885-1985," but dies of cancer in 1987 before it could be published.

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Xlibris Corporation

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1469120860

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9781469120867

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