Biography: sport
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Biography: sport
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
€ 108.59
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
€ 108.56
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
€ 118.95
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
€ 27.99
€ 22.72
Paperback. An original American sports story about John B. Kelly, the most famous U.S. oarsman of all time, three-time Olympic gold medalist, rags-to-riches millionaire, and father of actress Grace Kelly and champion oarsman Jack Kelly Jr. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white halftones. BIC Classification: BGS; WSS; WSSN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 201 x 137 x 23. Weight in Grams: 19.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762779291
- ISBN
- 9780762779291
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 15.92
€ 18.99
€ 15.92
Paperback. Most previous published works about Ty Cobb, the first player inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, paint him as a much hated athlete and lonely, old man. Ty Cobb: Safe At Home offers a deeper insight into his private life in Augusta, Georgia. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; HBTB; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 12. Weight in Grams: 21.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762744800
- ISBN
- 9780762744800
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 15.20
€ 17.99
€ 15.20
Paperback. 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, 38 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; WSBX; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 147 x 29. Weight in Grams: 753.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 504
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781442242845
- ISBN
- 9781442242845
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.10
€ 52.10
Hardcover. Presents stories about sports persons: sports stars, less-known athletes and relatively unknown physical education teachers and sports scientists. This work presents essays that deal with problems associated with writing sport biographies - how does an author navigate among myths and truths? Editor(s): Christensen, Mette Krogh. Num Pages: 191 pages, tables. BIC Classification: BGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 163 x 18. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Aarhus University Press Denmark
- Number of pages
- 191
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9788779340848
- ISBN
- 9788779340848
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 38.60
€ 38.60
Paperback. Discusses the accomplishments of women in sport whose life stories are important but not necessarily well known. This title includes research and personal interviews that reveal the work of administrators, dedicated coaches, determined reformers, and spirited athletes who excelled in tennis, golf, skating, swimming and diving, soccer, and others. Num Pages: 520 pages, b/w photos. BIC Classification: BGS; WSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 215 x 140 x 31. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Fitness Information Technology, Inc, U.S. United States
- Number of pages
- 520
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781885693860
- ISBN
- 9781885693860
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 25.93
€ 34.99
€ 25.93
Paperback. Gareth Bale is one of the most promising young talents in the Premier League, and is regarded as one of Europe's hottest football properties. Num Pages: 288 pages, col. ports. BIC Classification: BGS; WSJA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 19. Weight in Grams: 220.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Blake Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Updated
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781857826791
- ISBN
- 9781857826791
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.53
€ 17.99
€ 16.53
Hardcover. Num Pages: 286 pages, 1. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- ECW Press,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781770411302
- ISBN
- 9781770411302
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 24.53
€ 27.99
€ 24.53
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- ECW Press,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781770410534
- ISBN
- 9781770410534
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 19.25
€ 21.99
€ 19.25
Paperback. Originally published in hardcover in 2008 by Skyhorse Publishing. Num Pages: 288 pages, B&W photos. BIC Classification: BGS; BM; WSXF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Skyhorse Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781628736939
- ISBN
- 9781628736939
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 17.96
€ 19.99
€ 17.96
Paperback. Best known as the Fight Doctor, the author has lived a dreamer's life. Instead of finding success in just one career, he has excelled in numerous fields. He's been a successful pharmacist, doctor, boxing cornerman, television commentator, screenwriter, author, artist, and more. In this book, the life of this Renaissance man is captured. Num Pages: 256 pages, 23 illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSTB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 469.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Sports Publishing LLC United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613211977
- ISBN
- 9781613211977
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 16.66
€ 16.99
€ 16.66
Paperback. Michael Phelps is one of history's greatest Olympic champions and may be the greatest swimmer of all time. In this book, Michael Phelps relives the glory of the 2004 Olympics and his record-breaking eight gold medals in 2008. It chronicles his journey from awkward teen to media-savvy superstar. Num Pages: 304 pages, 19 illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 385.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Sports Publishing
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781613210635
- ISBN
- 9781613210635
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.47
€ 18.99
€ 17.47
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Thomas Nelson
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781595555748
- ISBN
- 9781595555748
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 24.25
€ 27.99
€ 24.25
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- ECW Press,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781550229967
- ISBN
- 9781550229967
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 24.94
€ 25.99
€ 24.94
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- ECW Press,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 192
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781550225679
- ISBN
- 9781550225679
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 14.88
€ 16.99
€ 14.88
Major Taylor: The Inspiring Story of a Black Cyclist and the Men Who H...
Kerber, Conrad, Kerber, Terry
Paperback. Num Pages: 448 pages, 34 B&W photos. BIC Classification: 1KBBND; 3JH; 3JJ; BGS; JFSL3; WSQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 231 x 33. Weight in Grams: 546.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Skyhorse Publishing
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781510704169
- ISBN
- 9781510704169
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 18.54
€ 18.99
€ 18.54
Hardcover. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Lyons Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781493017805
- ISBN
- 9781493017805
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 26.64
€ 29.99
€ 26.64
Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; HBTB; WSJT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 177 x 26. Weight in Grams: 649.
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Academy Chicago Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780897337533
- ISBN
- 9780897337533
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 28.28
€ 30.99
€ 28.28
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: BGSA; WSZC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 141 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 294.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Beaufort Books
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780825306785
- ISBN
- 9780825306785
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 14.62
€ 14.99
€ 14.62
Hardcover. Num Pages: 422 pages, 32 black & white halftones, 1 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; BGS; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 156 x 31. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press
- Number of pages
- 422
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810885202
- ISBN
- 9780810885202
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.87
€ 122.87
Paperback. In George Seward: America's First Great Runner, Edward S. Sears seeks to restore Seward's standing among the greats of track and field. Num Pages: 242 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: BGS; WSK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 159 x 16. Weight in Grams: 399.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780810861336
- ISBN
- 9780810861336
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 106.44
€ 106.44