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The Life and Times of Doyle Hall

By: Skip Calhoun

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The Life and Times of Doyle Hall

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A lighthearted glimpse into the life of the man who rose from abject poverty to become designer of the world's finest veneer tools and gauges"--Cover.

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0595490859

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Philadelphia's Big Five

Celebrating the City of Brotherly Love?s Basketball Tradition

By: Skip Clayton

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Philadelphia's Big Five

Celebrating the City of Brotherly Love?s Basketball Tradition

By: Skip Clayton

The 2015-16 season marks the 60th anniversary of the Big 5, Philadelphia’s top men’s college basketball teams—LaSalle, Penn, Saint Joseph's, Temple, and Villanova. No other city has schools that participate in a full round robin, which has grown in popularity in such a sports-driven city. Philadelphia’s Big Five highlights the history of these five schools, their basketball programs, and their unique relationship with one another. Author Skip Clayton has interviewed prominent figures from each school to get a look into some of the biggest moments in Big 5 history. One chapter focuses exclusively on the legendary coaches from these teams, including several who went on to coach in the NBA (three from Penn, three from Saint Joseph’s, and one from Temple), and four who became general managers. Clayton also provides stats on how each Big 5 team did against each other in the City Series games, the most exciting events for Big 5 fans. Some of the legends highlighted include: • LaSalle: Larry Cannon, Ken Durrett, Tom Gola • UPenn: Steve Bilsky, Corky Calhoun, Bob Morse • Saint Joseph’s: Cliff Anderson, Matt Guokas Jr., Jim Lynam • Temple: John Baum, Eddie Jones, Aaron McKie • Villanova: Harold Jensen, Wali Jones, Jim Washington • Coaches: Tom Gola, Jack McKinney, Phil Martelli Philadelphia’s Big Five is a great read for Big 5 alumni and all fans of Philadelphia basketball! Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a die-hard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

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236

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Simon and Schuster

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1613218532

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9781613218532

Politics, Civil Rights, and Law in Black Atlanta, 1870-1970

By: Herman Skip Mason

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Politics, Civil Rights, and Law in Black Atlanta, 1870-1970

By: Herman Skip Mason

The Civil Rights movement in Atlanta is most often equated with the tireless work and inspiring words of Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr.; however, a host of other courageous individuals, both known and unknown, came before, during, and after Dr. King to face the challenges of racism and segregation in the South. This unique pictorial history celebrates these people, their accomplishments, and the legacy they left for today's African-American youth in Atlanta.

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132

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Arcadia Publishing

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0738582263

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9780738582269

Your Only Choice is to Become Rich!

By: Skip Flanagan

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Your Only Choice is to Become Rich!

By: Skip Flanagan

“Your Only Choice is to Become Rich!" This is a self help book. In this book I will examine the complexities of life as a felon or probationer. My observations in this book are also for the misinformed and misguided. This book is of relevance to those who feel like their situations are hopeless. For those that have had thoughts of giving up. Given that no one wants to hire convicted felons, How will they survive? Is a life in a criminal system the only way out? If so, life as an entrepreneur is inevitable. Yet, living legal vs. illegal is a dilemma that all U.S. citizens encounter each day. A die-hard decision to survive or not survive. Furthermore, psychological implications as a result of poverty and economic oppression are only a few obstacles that these individuals must face. Stereotypes and prejudices leave only one option to overcome. To be successful. To be wealthy. To be rich. Yet, figuring out a way to become rich after one has made a mistake is an even harder dilemma. Being able to still have faith in the American system and accepting the consequences of ones' actions is even more difficult. Yet, with GOD and the truth, one can only be patient as his/her day in the sun is just down the road. Happiness comes simple and less frequent now, but is still accessible. Yet, someone has to guide you now. Someone has to show you how to get on track and stay on track. Someone has to show you that you still are American. Someone has to show you that the “American Dream” still includes you. You will forever be a possible recipient of this great prize. It's just going to be a little harder now. You have to get Rich. By legal means. By your own means. Believing and knowing no matter your race, creed, or religion that success is a jungle and a couple of misfortunes away. Last, in this book I will simply challenge some of the problems present in today's society. Explain this system of democracy. I will then offer my insights. You are then ok to form an opinion based on this literature. My hope is that you come away with a sense of pride and understanding of what it takes to become successful. Success has long meant the unlimited accumulation of material possessions. Rich means a lot more than what meets the eye. What's in you?

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145

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Xlibris Corporation

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1469131927

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9781469131924

Whaling Captains of Color

America's First Meritocracy

By: Skip Finley

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Whaling Captains of Color

America's First Meritocracy

By: Skip Finley

The history of whaling as an industry on this continent has been well-told in books, including some that have been bestsellers, but what hasn’t been told is the story of whaling’s leaders of color in an era when the only other option was slavery. Whaling was one of the first American industries to exhibit diversity. A man became a captain not because he was white or well connected, but because he knew how to kill a whale. Along the way, he could learn navigation and reading and writing. Whaling presented a tantalizing alternative to mainland life. Working with archival records at whaling museums, in libraries, from private archives and interviews with people whose ancestors were whaling masters, Finley culls stories from the lives of over 50 black whaling captains to create a portrait of what life was like for these leaders of color on the high seas. Each time a ship spotted a whale, a group often including the captain would jump into a small boat, row to the whale, and attack it, at times with the captain delivering the killing blow. The first, second, or third mate and boat steerer could eventually have opportunities to move into increasingly responsible roles. Finley explains how this skills-based system propelled captains of color to the helm. The book concludes as facts and factions conspire to kill the industry, including wars, weather, bad management, poor judgment, disease, obsolescence, and a non-renewable natural resource. Ironically, the end of the Civil War allowed the African Americans who were captains to exit the difficult and dangerous occupation—and make room for the Cape Verdean who picked up the mantle, literally to the end of the industry.

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Naval Institute Press

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1682478335

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9781682478332

Vietnam Revisited

By: Skip Vaughn

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Vietnam Revisited

By: Skip Vaughn

Vietnam Revisited shares the personal stories of America’s sons and daughters who fought the most unpopular war in our nation’s history. They answered America’s call to arms to fight the spread of communism in Southeast Asia. While antiwar sentiment and protests raged at home, many Americans volunteered to serve in the Vietnam War. Many were drafted. But the Vietnam veterans and Vietnam-era veterans put their lives on the line to do their nation’s bidding.

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208

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Page Publishing Inc

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1640273352

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9781640273351

The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

By: Jack Neff,Skip Tate

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The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

By: Jack Neff,Skip Tate

This guide provides an ever-important locals' eye view to the surprisingly happening "Queen City". Discover Cincy and find everything you went in a city -- arts, professional sports, museums, culture, great restaurants and shopping -- without the high crime rates and overcrowded schools. It's an absolute must for locals, newcomers and visitors.

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468

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Falcon Guides

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1573800163

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9781573800167

The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

By: Skip Tate,Felix Winternitz,Felix Wintenitz

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The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

By: Skip Tate,Felix Winternitz,Felix Wintenitz

This guide provides an ever-important locals' eye view of the surprisingly happening "Queen City". Readers can discover Cincy and find everything they want in a city--arts, professional sports, museums, culture, great restaurants, shopping, and more. An absolute must for locals, newcomers, and visitors.

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1573800643

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9781573800648

You Can't Lose If You Don't Quit

The Life and Times of Doyle Hall

By: Skip Calhoun

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The Life and Times of Doyle Hall

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A lighthearted glimpse into the life of the man who rose from abject poverty to become designer of the world's finest veneer tools and gauges"--Cover.

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Philadelphia's Big Five

Celebrating the City of Brotherly Love?s Basketball Tradition

By: Skip Clayton

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Celebrating the City of Brotherly Love?s Basketball Tradition

By: Skip Clayton

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You Can't Lose If You Don't Quit

You Can't Lose If You Don't Quit

Philadelphia's Big Five

Philadelphia's Big Five

Politics, Civil Rights, and Law in Black Atlanta, 1870-1970

Politics, Civil Rights, and Law in Black Atlanta, 1870-1970

Your Only Choice is to Become Rich!

Your Only Choice is to Become Rich!

Whaling Captains of Color

Whaling Captains of Color

Vietnam Revisited

Vietnam Revisited

The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

The Insiders' Guide to Cincinnati

You Can't Lose If You Don't Quit

You Can't Lose If You Don't Quit

Philadelphia's Big Five

Philadelphia's Big Five

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