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Hardback. The story of baseball's most violent incident-August 22, 1965-when Giants pitcher Juan Marichal clobbered Dodgers catcher John Roseboro with his bat: the stories of the players, the American cultural backdrop, and the baseball competition and culture that led to the explosive moment, plus the incident's lasting effects. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white plates. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; HBTB; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 34.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762787128
ISBN
9780762787128
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 22.72

Hardback. The first biography of one of the most adventurous and influential figures in baseball history. Series: American Sports History Series. Num Pages: 272 pages, 8 b&w photographs. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 149 x 24. Weight in Grams: 535.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810834545
ISBN
9780810834545
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 118.95

Hardback. Billy Sunday, American evangelist, was also known well as a former professional baseball player. This work explores Sunday's professional baseball career, not to challenge his reputation, but rather to examine the coming of age of an interesting and important character in American history. Series: American Sports History Series. Num Pages: 208 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JH; BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 142 x 16. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810837270
ISBN
9780810837270
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.56

Hardback. Beyond the statistical record of this truly great baseball player, this book focuses on Mel Ott's personal life, his strong family ties, and the contributions that he made to the game of baseball. This volume is enhanced by intimate contact with the Ott family, particularly his daughters Lyn and Barbara, both of whom contributed to the story. Series: American Sports History Series. Num Pages: 192 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 223 x 144 x 17. Weight in Grams: 367.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810845985
ISBN
9780810845985
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 108.59

Paperback. In this reference, the author applies quantitative criteria to definitively rank the greatest Jewish athletes of modern times from all major sports against one another according to achievement. The information is presented in a light and entertaining way. Num Pages: 200 pages, 100 b&w photographs, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: BGS; GBC; JFSR1; WS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 141 x 14. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810847750
ISBN
9780810847750
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 76.76

Paperback. The story of one of baseball's most ferocious hitters, Jimmie Foxx. The most inclusive biography of Foxx to date, Millikin's book provides a complete picture of his subject. Series: American Sports History Series. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 146 x 18. Weight in Grams: 413.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810856851
ISBN
9780810856851
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.18

Hardback. This biography chronicles the many achievements of Joe F. Carr, president of the NFL for most of its first two decades. During his tenure, Carr implemented the standard player's contract, wrote the league's first-ever Record and Fact Book, developed the league draft, and-most significantly-established the NFL as a big-city sport. Num Pages: 504 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 163 x 34. Weight in Grams: 921.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810876699
ISBN
9780810876699
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 85.64

Hardback. Num Pages: 226 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 31 black & white halftones, 3 tables. BIC Classification: BGS; WSWS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 514.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
SKU
V9780810885349
ISBN
9780810885349
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.06

Paperback / so. Num Pages: 237 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 132 x 23. Weight in Grams: 249.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Zondervan United States
Number of pages
237
Condition
New
SKU
V9780829768848
ISBN
9780829768848
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 14.50

Hardback. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, Sandy Koufax was one of the most talented pitchers in US baseball, wowing fans as a hard-throwing left-hander. This biography includes interviews with childhood friends, Brooklyn Dodger teammates, opponents and journalists of the period. Num Pages: 288 pages, 16pp b&w photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJPG; BGR; BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 158 x 26. Weight in Grams: 535.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Taylor Trade Publishing United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878331574
ISBN
9780878331574
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.32

Hardback. Part memoir, part historical analysis, and part nostalgic remembrance, this book is the quintessential guide to the history of thoroughbred racing in the twentieth century. Num Pages: 288 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 160 x 20. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Taylor Trade Publishing United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878332649
ISBN
9780878332649
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.97

Hardback. Based on dozens of interviews and covers such highlights of the legend's career as his 1978 induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, his 1964 performance in the Pro Bowl, and the remaining of the Packer practice grounds at Nitschke Field in 1997. Num Pages: 264 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 159 x 20. Weight in Grams: 481.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Taylor Trade Publishing United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878332717
ISBN
9780878332717
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 24.96

Hardback. The fisrt comprehensive biography of one of football's most volatile personalities. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 160 x 23. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Taylor Trade Publishing United States
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878333165
ISBN
9780878333165
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.08

Hardback. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 161 x 29. Weight in Grams: 681.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Diamond Communications United States
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780912083810
ISBN
9780912083810
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.27

Hardback. Num Pages: 1 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSXH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 948.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
United States
Edition
Limited ed
Number of pages
1
Condition
New
SKU
V9780924357169
ISBN
9780924357169
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.37
€ 61.64

Paperback. Saved from an inglorious end as a garden ornament, "Amulet", a 26-foot wooden keel boat built in Fort William, Scotland in 1964, was restored by author and charter skipper, Bob Orrell. This is the story of the author's love-hate relationship with "Amulet" during the 18-month restoration. Num Pages: 224 pages, b&w photos. BIC Classification: BGS; WSSN3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 151 x 19. Weight in Grams: 270.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780953818075
ISBN
9780953818075
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 15.54

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Three Rivers Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780385347051
ISBN
9780385347051
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 18.68

Paperback. Num Pages: 234 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBC; 3JJP; 3JM; BGSA; WSBX; WSWY. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 209 x 23. Weight in Grams: 290.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Anchor Canada
Condition
New
SKU
V9780385681100
ISBN
9780385681100
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 19.63

Hardcover. The story of the first brothers to capture the world heavyweight title, Leon and Michael Spinks, who fought their way out of the projects, took on the biggest names in boxing (including Ali and Tyson), and made millions of dollars.. But one brother would find himself strung-out, back in the projects. Num Pages: 288 pages, black & white plates. BIC Classification: BGS; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 163 x 236 x 26. Weight in Grams: 550.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762783007
ISBN
9780762783007
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 23.46

Paperback. Num Pages: 202 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 520.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
ECW Press,Canada Canada
Number of pages
202
Condition
New
SKU
V9781550227277
ISBN
9781550227277
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.47

Hardback. Up-close, behind-the-scenes biography of the winningest coach in college basketball history. Num Pages: 240 pages, 25. BIC Classification: BGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 162 x 33. Weight in Grams: 844.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Longstreet Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563525407
ISBN
9781563525407
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 25.16

Hardback. As head football coach at Florida State, Bobby Bowden has won two national championships and compiled an astounding resume of all-time credentials. Filled with personal anecdotes, famous names, and fascinating stories, The Bowden Way promises to be the leadership book that will redefine the game. Num Pages: 274 pages. BIC Classification: BGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 158 x 24. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Longstreet Press United States
Number of pages
274
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563526848
ISBN
9781563526848
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 25.01

Paperback. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: BGS; WSNB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 217 x 141 x 22. Weight in Grams: 394.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Ivan R Dee, Inc United States
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9781566638289
ISBN
9781566638289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 16.93

Paperback. Num Pages: 210 pages. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSKQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 153 x 13. Weight in Grams: 358.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Hatherleigh Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
210
Condition
New
SKU
V9781578264261
ISBN
9781578264261
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.35

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