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  Play It Again II! - Duke...

  Bob Harris, Mike Waters

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  Play It Again II!, with voice of the Blue Devils Bob Harris and color commentator Mike Waters, features radio highlights from Duke University's 1992 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship run that saw the team defeat Campbell, Iowa, Seton Hall, and edge Kentucky in what is widely considered one of the greatest college basketball games ever played, before beating Indiana and the University of Michigan's Fab Five in the title game. Duke became the first team since UCLA, nineteen years earlier, to repeat as National Champions.

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  Once In The Jungle

  Daniel Zalewski

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  Daniel Zalewski is the features director of The New Yorker. He edits the work of many staff writers, including David Grann, Jane Mayer, Alex Ross, Lawrence Wright, Ian Parker, George Packer, and Rebecca Mead. Zalewski began his career as an intern at Harper’s. He became an editor at Lingua Franca and then moved to the New York Times Magazine, where he worked as a story editor for five years. He has been at The New Yorker since 2003, and has contributed his own writing to the magazine, including profiles of Rem Koolhaas, Werner Herzog, Ian McEwan, Guillermo Del Toro, and Christian Marclay. He has also written for the Times Book Review, Slate, and Salon. 
   
  Daniel Zalewski's essay "Once In The Jungle" chronicles American Tobias Schneebaum, a painter-turned adventurer who hitchhiked to Peru, walked into the Amazon jungle and came to live with an isolated native Indian tribe, the Arakmbut people, for seven months in 1956, and his defining moment of participating in cannibalism. 
   
  Gary Telles has been narrating audiobooks for the past ten years. A veteran stage actor, he has performed classical, contemporary and original theatre across the country, in addition to appearing on television, radio and CD-ROM.

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  Foul Ball

  Jim Bouton

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  With his trademark wit and distinctive voice, legendary Ball Four author Jim Bouton recounts his battle against local elites' efforts to replace Wahconah Park, one of the oldest parks in the United States, against the wishes and votes of local citizens. But Foul Ball is more than just a lively romp about saving an old ballpark near Bouton's home in Massachusetts. In a detailed diary—his first since Ball Four—Bouton takes us along on his wild ride into the teeth of corporate malfeasance, anti-democratic processes, the tyranny of a one-newspaper town, and the real reason why the good old boys wanted to build a new stadium. For the first time in two decades, enjoy Foul Ball as never before with freshly edited content and a new foreword from Jim Bouton's wife, Paula.c

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  PICKLEBALL FOR BEGINNERS - A...

  Ethan Johnson

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  Pickleball's popularity expanded over the years, and the game eventually made its way to other regions of the country. In 1976, the first pickleball tournament was played, and in 1984, the United States of America Pickleball Association was established. Pickleball is a popular sport that is practiced not only in the United States but also in the majority of other countries across the world. 
  You will require a few essential pieces of gear in order to play pickleball. The pickleball paddle, which has a form comparable to that of a table tennis paddle but is somewhat larger, is the most essential component of the game. The paddle is constructed out of a number of materials, the most notable of which are graphite, composite materials, and wood. 
  Pickleball is played with a ball that is comparable in size to a wiffle ball but has holes that are much smaller. Because it is not too heavy and can be hit with relative ease, the ball is ideal for players who are just starting out. Pickleball is played on a court that is of a rectangular shape and has a net in the middle to create two halves. The dimensions of the court for doubles play are 20 feet wide by 44 feet long, and the dimensions for singles play are 20 feet wide by 22 feet long. 
  The rules of pickleball are not too complicated and can be grasped with little effort. The first step of the game is the serve, which must be executed underhand and in a direction that is diagonal across the court. The team that is receiving the serve must wait for the ball to bounce before returning it, and the serve must land within the service court of the opposing team. 

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  How To Learn Mixed Martial Arts...

  HowExpert, Nathan DeMetz

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  For those of you who have experience in grappling and striking, but do not know quite how to put it all together, this book may be for you. From the beginning to the end, "An Introduction to MMA" verbally and visually illustrates how to combine common techniques from boxing, kickboxing, and grappling into a single art - mixed martial arts. The text focuses on basic to intermediate striking combos, striking to takedown combos, and even grappling combos (submission chaining), not to mention addressing a few other areas as well. Boxing combos lead into takedowns, which lead into submissions or ground and pound, sometimes both, as you work through this text. 
  Aimed at helping you put together techniques you already know, "An Introduction to MMA" does not spend a lot of time reviewing the basics from each art, but instead focuses on what techniques from each art flow together. Therefore, if you have a basic knowledge of boxing, kickboxing, or both, and a bit of grappling under your belt, this manual may be able to help you take your skills to the next level, or at least improve what you do know. Either way, you are in for an informative and entertaining read. 
  HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

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  The Comprehensive Bushcraft Book...

  CLAUDE WISEMAN, John Davis

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  The Ultimate Bushcraft Book: Mastering the Art of Wilderness Living and Adventure, an Expert Guide to Wilderness Skills and Survival Techniques 🌲🔥 
  Hey there, adventurer! Do you feel the call of the wild echoing in your heart? Ever dreamt of navigating the dense woods, crafting tools with bare hands, or conjuring a fire as ancient civilizations did? Welcome to the realm of bushcraft—a world where nature meets know-how, and where raw survival morphs into a fine art! 
  Dive into The Ultimate Bushcraft Book and unlock nature's vast playbook. This guide is more than just a survival manual; it's a deep-dive into mastering the ancient skills that allow you to not just live, but thrive in the wild. Let's embark on this exhilarating journey, with the wisdom of the ancients and the zest of a modern explorer. 
  Here's a taste of the sizzling topics that await you: 
  🌲 Natural Navigation: Move over, GPS! Learn to read nature's subtle signs, from moss-covered stones to celestial patterns. Traverse dense forests and winding rivers without losing your way. 
  🔥 Mastering the Fire Dance: Conjure flames from mere sparks. Understand firewood selection, tinder crafting, and fire safety. Plus, immerse yourself in the art of cooking delectable dishes using nature's kitchen. 
  🪓 Craft & Create: Dive into the world of bushcraft tools. Carve, weave, and build using resources the wilderness generously offers. From shelter-making to crafting hunting tools, awaken the primal maker within. 
  💧 Water Wisdom: Master the art of sourcing, purifying, and storing this life-giving element. Whether from dew-laden leaves or hidden mountain springs, ensure your hydration is safe and plentiful. 
  Grab your copy, strap on those boots, and let’s venture into the boundless embrace of the wild! 🍂🌌🪶🌿

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