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Summer of '68

The Season That Changed Baseball -- and America -- Forever

By: Tim Wendel

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Summer of '68

The Season That Changed Baseball -- and America -- Forever

By: Tim Wendel

The extraordinary story of the 1968 baseball season--when the game was played to perfection even as the country was being pulled apart at the seams From the beginning, '68 was a season rocked by national tragedy and sweeping change. Opening Day was postponed and later played in the shadow of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s funeral. That summer, as the pennant races were heating up, the assassination of Robert Kennedy was later followed by rioting at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. But even as tensions boiled over and violence spilled into the streets, something remarkable was happening in major league ballparks across the country. Pitchers were dominating like never before, and with records falling and shut-outs mounting, many began hailing '68 as "The Year of the Pitcher." In Summer of '68, Tim Wendel takes us on a wild ride through a season that saw such legends as Bob Gibson, Denny McLain, Don Drysdale, and Luis Tiant set new standards for excellence on the mound, each chasing perfection against the backdrop of one of the most divisive and turbulent years in American history. For some players, baseball would become an insular retreat from the turmoil encircling them that season, but for a select few, including Gibson and the defending champion St. Louis Cardinals, the conflicts of '68 would spur their performances to incredible heights and set the stage for their own run at history. Meanwhile in Detroit -- which had burned just the summer before during one of the worst riots in American history -- '68 instead found the city rallying together behind a colorful Tigers team led by McLain, Mickey Lolich, Willie Horton, and Al Kaline. The Tigers would finish atop the American League, setting themselves on a highly anticipated collision course with Gibson's Cardinals. And with both teams' seasons culminating in a thrilling World Series for the ages -- one team playing to establish a dynasty, the other fighting to help pull a city from the ashes -- what ultimately lay at stake was something even larger: baseball's place in a rapidly changing America that would never be the same. In vivid, novelistic detail, Summer of '68 tells the story of this unforgettable season -- the last before rule changes and expansion would alter baseball forever -- when the country was captivated by the national pastime at the moment it needed the game most.

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Da Capo Press

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0306822482

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9780306822483

The Hook

By: Tim O'Mara

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The Hook

By: Tim O'Mara

Teacher Raymond Donne finds himself embroiled in another baffling murder case when his friend MoJo is found dead on the school roof, pierced by an arrow. On the rooftop of Raymond Donne’s school, Maurice ‘MoJo’ Joseph’s lifeless body is found with an arrow sticking out of its back. Mojo had recently gone through drug rehab, but was turning his life around. He had a baby on the way while also working at the school and for a security company. But was he so clean? Heroin was found in his system and in his possession, and he’d been secretly carrying out security work for a notorious White Nationalist. Donne’s ex-cop instincts tell him something doesn’t add up. When Allison Rogers, an online journalist and Donne’s girlfriend, runs insider stories from a runaway of the White Nationalists and a mysterious man turns up saying MoJo was working for him, Donne takes it upon himself, with the help of his techno-friend Edgar, to investigate. What was MoJo up to, and was he back to his old ways?

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266

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Severn House Publishers Ltd

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1448303672

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9781448303670

Avian Invasions

The Ecology and Evolution of Exotic Birds

By: Tim M. Blackburn,Julie L. Lockwood,Phillip Cassey

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Avian Invasions

The Ecology and Evolution of Exotic Birds

By: Tim M. Blackburn,Julie L. Lockwood,Phillip Cassey

This text summarizes and synthesizes the literature on introduced bird ecology and evolution. It unravels the insights that the study of exotic birds brings to these research strands.

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Oxford University Press

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0199232547

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9780199232543

High Heat

The Secret History of the Fastball and the Improbable Search for the Fastest Pitcher of All Time

By: Tim Wendel

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High Heat

The Secret History of the Fastball and the Improbable Search for the Fastest Pitcher of All Time

By: Tim Wendel

What is it about a quality fastball that brings us to the edge of our seats? How is it humanly possible to throw more than 100 mph? And the big question: Who is the fastest pitcher ever? Drawing on interviews with current and former players, managers, scouts, experts, and historians, Tim Wendel delivers the answers to some of the most intriguing questions about the fastball, providing insight into one of baseball’s most exhilarating yet mystifying draws. In High Heat he takes us on a quest to separate verifiable fact from baseball lore, traveling from ballparks across the country to the Baseball Hall of Fame, piecing together the fascinating history of the fastball from its early development to the present form while exploring its remarkable impact on the game and the pitchers who have been blessed (or cursed) with its gift. From legends such as Nolan Ryan, Walter Johnson, Steve Dalkowski, and Satchel Paige to present-day standard bearers like Tim Lincecum, Billy Wagner, and Randy Johnson, Wendel examines the factors that make throwing heat an elusive ability that few have and even fewer can harness. Along the way he investigates the effectiveness of early speed-testing techniques (including Bob Feller's infamous motorcycle test), explains why today's radar gun readings still leave plenty of room for debate, and even visits an aerodynamic testing lab outside of Birmingham, Alabama, in order to understand the mechanics that make throwing heat possible in the first place. At its heart, High Heat is a reflection on our infatuation with the fastball—the expectation it carries, the raw ability it puts on display, and, most of all, the feats and trials of those who have attempted to master it. As Wendel puts it, "The tale of high heat can lead in several different directions at once, and the real story has more to do with triumph and tragedy that with the simple act of throwing a baseball.

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Da Capo Press

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0306820641

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9780306820649

Pattern and Process in Macroecology

By: Kevin Gaston,Tim Blackburn

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Pattern and Process in Macroecology

By: Kevin Gaston,Tim Blackburn

Issues of scale have become increasingly important to ecologists. This book addresses the structure of regional (large-scale) ecological assemblages or communities, and the influence this has at a local (small-scale) level. This macroecological perspective is essential for the broader study of ecology because the structure and function of local communities cannot be properly understood without reference to the region in which they are situated. The book reviews and synthesizes the issues of current importance in macroecology, providing a balanced summary of the field that will be useful for biologists at advanced undergraduate level and above. These general issues are illustrated by frequent reference to specific well-studied local and regional assemblages -- an approach that serves to relate the macroecological perspective (which is perhaps often difficult to comprehend) to the everyday experience of local sites. Macroecology is an expanding and dynamic discipline. The broad aim of the book is to promote an understanding of why it is such an important part of the wider program of research into ecology. Summarises the current macroecological literature. Provides numerous examples of key patterns. Explicitly links local and regional scale processes. Exploits detailed knowledge of one species assemblage to explore broad issues in the structuring of biodiversity.

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392

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John Wiley & Sons

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0470999586

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9780470999585

Wild Pitches

Rumblings, Grumblings, and Reflections on the Game I Love

By: Jayson Stark,Tim Kurkjian

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Wild Pitches

Rumblings, Grumblings, and Reflections on the Game I Love

By: Jayson Stark,Tim Kurkjian

Every baseball fan knows that Derek Jeter and Albert Pujols are among the best to ever play the game. But how do their high-priced contracts impact their teams' abilities to compete for a World Series title? Which managers and executives are best at getting the most out of their roster, year-in and year-out? And how does sabremetrics play into all of this? In this book, veteran ESPN columnist Jayson Stark explores these questions and many more. Supplemented with insightful commentary from countless baseball insiders, it gives baseball fans a rare, fascinating glimpse into the why behind the game's winners and losers.

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341

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Triumph Books

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1623688167

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9781623688165

"Who Da Man? The Quintessential Analysis of NBA Draft History 1947-2010"

By: Tim Johnson

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"Who Da Man? The Quintessential Analysis of NBA Draft History 1947-2010"

By: Tim Johnson

A slot-by-slot analysis of every NBA Draft since 1947. "Best" and "Featured" players are identified at each slot, along with recaps and statistics. The Top 30 slots include the five best players ever selected ine ach slot. Also included is a worst-to-first ranking of each draft in NBA history.

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Tim Johnson

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0692013229

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9780692013229

Home Ranger! - Helps You Figure It Out!

The Home Reference Manual Every Family Needs

By: Roger Peugeot,Tim Carter

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Home Ranger! - Helps You Figure It Out!

The Home Reference Manual Every Family Needs

By: Roger Peugeot,Tim Carter

This is the definitive consumer reference book for diagnosing and solving the many problems that can crop up in your home, from a driveway that is flaking to a toilet that won't stop running. Why spend hundreds of dollars on outside help when all you really need is a little advice on home maintenance and repair? The solutions are simple and this handy, all-purpose manual guides you through them step by step. And when you've got a really difficult problem, The Home Ranger tells you which professionals to call to get the job done right. Industry experts Roger Peugeot and Tim Carter, with their characteristic wit and straight-to-the-point style, address more than 200 of the most commonly asked questions, from shingles and studs to garage doors and landscaping. In addition, they provide a comprehensive library of trouble-shooting guides for many household appliances and fixtures, plus a complete listing of telephone numbers and websites of major manufacturers.

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380

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Prometheus Books

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0965208001

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9780965208000

Standard Catalog of American Records, 1950-1975

By: Tim Neely

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Standard Catalog of American Records, 1950-1975

By: Tim Neely

Collectors clamored for years. Then, when it came out, record experts called the first edition the &"best US guide to American records ever published&". Now there's a sequel, bigger and better than ever, loaded with new and updated information. Avid collectors and record enthusiasts of all types will want the best book on the market, the Standard Catalog of American Records 1950--1975, 2nd Edition. They'll find thousands of new listings, updated pricing, and more accurate information. New material includes a section on soundtracks plus various artists' collections. Record collectors won't want to pass up this edition. It's all from the publishers of Goldmine, the world's largest marketplace for collectible records.

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1298

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0873419340

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9780873419345

Stepping Out

A Guide to Short Term Missions

By: Tim Gibson,Steven C. Hawthorne,Richard Krekel,Kn Moy

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Stepping Out

A Guide to Short Term Missions

By: Tim Gibson,Steven C. Hawthorne,Richard Krekel,Kn Moy

This tool motivates, informs of options, shapes attitudes, and helps those preparing for short-term missions adjust to new cultures and working conditions.

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0927545292

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9780927545297

The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-present

By: Tim Brooks,Earle Marsh

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The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-present

By: Tim Brooks,Earle Marsh

AMERICA'S #1 BESTSELLING TELEVISION BOOK-- NOW REVISED AND UPDATED! The biggest and best television reference ever published, this is the guide you'll turn to again and again for information on every nighttime network series ever telecast and all the top syndicated and cable series! From The Ed Sullivan Show, The Honeymooners, and Happy Days to Party of Five, The X-Files, and Dharma & Greg, this comprehensive directory lists every program alphabetically and includes the complete broadcast history, cast list, and plot summary, along with exciting behind-the-scene stories about the shows and stars. EXTENSIVE ORIGINAL CABLE COVERAGE with more than XXX entries, from Larry King Live to Talk Soup and South Park. MORE THAN 350 NEW NETWORK AND SYNDICATED SERIES, including Ally McBeal, The Practice, Will & Grace, and Sports Night. UPDATED LISTINGS OF CONTINUING SHOWS, including Frasier, The Simpsons, and 60 Minutes. BRAND-NEW APPENDIX listing network Web addresses. SPECIAL FEATURES! - Annual program schedules at a glance for the past fifty-three years - Top-rated shows of each season - Emmy Award winners - Longest running series - Spinoff series - Theme songs - Fascinating history of the "Seven Eras" of TV programming - More than fifty entries for the leading cable networks - And much, much more!

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0345429230

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9780345429230

Educator's Internet Companion

Classroom Connect's Complete Guide to Educational Resources on the Internet

By: Gregory Giagnocavo,Vince DiStefano

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Educator's Internet Companion

Classroom Connect's Complete Guide to Educational Resources on the Internet

By: Gregory Giagnocavo,Vince DiStefano

Tells and shows how tapping into the Internet will benefit educators and students.

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Classroom Connect

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0932577105

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9780932577108

Touching All the Bases

Poems from Baseball

By: Tim Peeler

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Touching All the Bases

Poems from Baseball

By: Tim Peeler

The catcher cradles a quick leather signal squatting on new spikes waiting for the curve to drop like a head into his basket. From odes to Josh Gibson and Curt Flood to poems about Denny McLain and the anonymous dancing usher at a minor league game, poet Tim Peeler celebrates the overlooked and the standout as he merges the topics of personal and baseball-related rediscovery. A bat is a lost artifact in Adirondack, while Writing Baseball Poems in Winter and Baseball Archaeologists deal explicitly with recovery. Several other poems underscore the continued significance of baseball memories, as the poet reconsiders events and people from his adolescence, offering the reader a candid look at his family, coaches and friends, as well as the players he watched, read about or merely imagined.

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McFarland

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0786407050

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9780786407057

Tim Maguire

By: Tim Maguire

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Tim Maguire

By: Tim Maguire

Tim Maguire is a rare contemporary artist who paints images of over-whelming beauty. Tim Maguire's paintings are extraordinary, the reproductions exquisite and the writing engaging. This book will be widely reviewed and in demand.

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0975190121

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9780975190128

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Summer of '68

Summer of '68

The Hook

The Hook

Avian Invasions

Avian Invasions

High Heat

High Heat

Pattern and Process in Macroecology

Pattern and Process in Macroecology

Wild Pitches

Wild Pitches

"Who Da Man? The Quintessential Analysis of NBA Draft History 1947-2010"

"Who Da Man? The Quintessential Analysis of NBA Draft History 1947-2010"

Home Ranger! - Helps You Figure It Out!

Home Ranger! - Helps You Figure It Out!

Standard Catalog of American Records, 1950-1975

Standard Catalog of American Records, 1950-1975

Stepping Out

Stepping Out

The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-present

The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows, 1946-present

Educator's Internet Companion

Educator's Internet Companion

Touching All the Bases

Touching All the Bases

Tim Maguire

Tim Maguire

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