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  How the Weather Was

  Roger Kahn

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  The author of The Boys of Summer writes about an array of legendary figures in this collection of essays and interviews from the late 1950s to the 1970s. “… In the end, the range, like the style, reflects myself. Let the present, then, and the recent past, the ball players, poets, policemen, professors, musicians—in short, these emperors and clowns—stride before you, each hoping, as the author does, to please.” Robert Frost, Claudio Arrau, John Lardner, Jackie Robinson, Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Leo Durocher, Bobby Thomson, Al Rosen, Jascha Heifetz, and other celebrities in their years of glory, in their times of trial. This is a book about people to be remembered, and what it was like in America at a very special time.“Beautiful…persons and events through the eyes of a sharp, articulate observer.”—New York Times “No one else has written a piece so startling about the legend of Babe Ruth…After reading this book you will never feel the same about a lot of legends…A very special book…A book to treasure.”—Chicago Sun-Times “Irresistible…You can’t stop reading!”—Chicago Tribune

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  Boxing and the Mob - The...

  Jeffrey Sussman

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  More than any other sport, boxing has a history of being easy to rig. There are only two athletes and one or both may be induced to accept a bribe; if not the fighters, then the judges or referee might be swayed. In such inviting circumstances, the mob moved into boxing in the 1930s and profited by corrupting a sport ripe for exploitation. 
   
    
   
  In Boxing and the Mob: The Notorious History of the Sweet Science, Jeffrey Sussman tells the story of the coercive and criminal underside of boxing, covering nearly the entire twentieth century. He profiles some of its most infamous characters, such as Owney Madden, Frankie Carbo, and Frank Palermo, and details many of the fixed matches in boxing's storied history. In addition, Sussman examines the influence of the mob on legendary boxers—including Primo Carnera, Sugar Ray Robinson, Max Baer, Carmen Basilio, Sonny Liston, and Jake LaMotta—and whether they caved to the mobsters' threats or refused to throw their fights. 
   
    
   
  Boxing and the Mob is the first book to cover a century of fixed fights, paid-off referees, greedy managers, misused boxers, and the mobsters who controlled it all. True crime and the world of boxing are intertwined with absorbing detail in this notorious piece of American history.

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  Escape to Nature - RV Camping...

  Helen Taylor

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  "Escape to Nature: RV Camping Tips for National Park Enthusiasts" is the ultimate guide for those who yearn to explore the majestic national parks of the world from the comfort and freedom of their RV. This comprehensive guide is tailored for novice campers and seasoned RV enthusiasts, offering a wealth of knowledge on maximizing the RV camping experience while treading lightly on the environment. 
  Inside, readers will find invaluable advice on preparing and maintaining an RV for the journey, selecting the best campsites, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable trip. Detailed sections on handling common RV issues, from mechanical challenges to living space optimization, provide practical solutions to ensure a smooth and trouble-free trip. 
  The book delves into essential topics such as wildlife safety, ethical practices for wildlife observation, and emergency preparedness in the wilderness. It emphasizes sustainable camping practices, underscoring the importance of preserving the natural beauty of national parks for future generations. 
  With a perfect blend of practical tips, safety guidelines, and sustainable practices, "Escape to Nature" is more than just a travel guide; it's an invitation to embrace the great outdoors responsibly and passionately. It's an essential read for anyone eager to embark on an RV adventure into the heart of nature's most stunning landscapes.

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  My Best Race - 50 Runners and...

  Chris Cooper

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  Fifty runners—from the world’s elite to passionate amateurs—share the races they’ll never forget in this “fascinating and fresh look at competitive running” (Jon Sinclair, former USA cross country and 10K champion, RRCA Hall of Famer).   Every runner that enters a race has a unique motivation behind competing: racing for the challenge, for the achievement, for the health benefits, or for more personal reasons. But whether they are twenty-mile-a-day elite marathoners or twenty-mile-a-week recreational runners, each of them can invariably point to a singular performance as “the best race I ever ran.”  My Best Race is a collection of those singular performances. In this inspirational collection, fifty runners, from Olympians and world champions, to courageous disabled athletes and middle-of-the-packers, share their personal accounts of what they consider the best race they ever ran—and why.   Contributors include a top marathoner who sacrifices his place on the Olympic team to pace his friend to the final qualifying spot at the Olympic Trials; “The Central Park Jogger” who finishes a race she founded to benefit disabled athletes, fourteen years after being left for dead from a brutal attack that gripped the nation; an unheralded high school runner who beats a previously undefeated state champion—and who goes on to become a two-time Olympian; the woman race organizers tried to physically remove from the male-only Boston Marathon in 1967; and forty-six other runners.   “Such wonderful and inspiring stories by a diverse group of runners—bravo!” —Ryan Lamppa, media director of Running USA   “What a fascinating concept! . . . A very unique and inspiring collection that gives great insight into the minds of runners.” —Keith Brantly, member of the 1996 US Olympic marathon team

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  Be Expert with Map & Compass

  Bjorn Kjellstrom

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  This classic map and compass navigation guide—newly revised for the age of GPS—offers a clear and concise master class on the art of orienteering.   GPS devices are great, but they can break, get lost, or easily be hampered by weather conditions, making basic map and compass skills essential for anyone who spends time outdoors. This popular, easy-to-use orienteering handbook has been helping people find their way for more than fifty years. Now updated to include information on GPS as well as current Web sites, references, sources, and photographs, Be Expert with Map and Compass remains the book of choice for professional outdoorsmen and novice orienteers, as well as teachers, scout leaders, recreational hikers, hunters, and others around the world. Coverage includes understanding map symbols; traveling by map alone, by compass alone, or by map and compass together; finding bearings; sketching maps; and traveling in the wilderness. If you want to feel at home in the wilderness, this updated guide is an indispensable reference.

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  Bass Fishing - The Ultimate...

  George J. Wilson

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  Catching Bass is Easy Once You Know How to Apply a Few Basic PrinciplesToday only, get this audio bestseller for a special price.This audiobook will teach you the basics, get them right, consistently, with skill and mastery, and they will eventually lead you to catching all the Bass you can possibly want or handle!Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...What Are We Fishing For Again? The Target: (Bass) DefinedKnowing And Going Where The Bass AreThe Basics Of Bass Fishing  An OverviewTools Of The Trade: Tackle, Boats, Accessories, Lures And BaitsWater, Weather, Timing And Other Environmental AspectsTechniques For Bass Fishing Like A Pro Mistakes And Secrets Related to Bass FishingStyles And Specialty Bass FishingAnd basically everything you need to know to start Bass Fishing Like A Pro Download your copy today!Take action today and download this audiobook now at a special price!

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