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  Conor Murray: The Autobiography

  Tommy Conlon, Connor Murray

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  A hugely respected and revered figure across the world of rugby, and Irish sport in particular, Murray is leaving no stone unturned as he describes the ups and downs, the mental and physical challenges and the fun he had during a rugby career that will forever be regarded as competitive and captivating.

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  Voices of Baseball's Shot Heard...

  Ralph Branca, Eddie Stankey,...

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  On October 3, 1951, the New York Giants’ Bobby Thomson hit a dramatic ninth inning game-winning home run off the Brooklyn Dodgers’ Ralph Branca at the Polo Grounds in the decisive third game of a three-game playoff to win the National League pennant. 
  It would be known in baseball lore as the "Shot Heard 'Round the World." 
  The game — the first ever televised nationally—was seen by millions of viewers across America and heard on radio by millions more, including thousands of American servicemen stationed in Korea, listening on Armed Forces Radio. 
  ©2015 Bobby Thomson (P)2015 Bobby Thomson

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  Bicycle Race - Transportation...

  Adonia E. Lugo PhD

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  Bicycle/Race paints an unforgettable picture of Los Angeles—and the United States—from the perspective of two wheels. This is a book of borderlands and intersections, a cautionary tale about the dangers of putting infrastructure before culture, and a coming-of-age story about power and identity. The colonial history of southern California is interwoven through Adonia Lugo's story of growing up Chicana in Orange County, becoming a bicycle anthropologist, and co-founding Los Angeles's hallmark open streets cycling event, CicLAvia, along the way. When she takes on racism in the world of national bicycle advocacy in Washington, DC, she finds her voice and heads back to LA to organize the movement for environmental justice in active transportation. 
  In the tradition of City of Quartz, this book will forever change the way you see Los Angeles, race and class in the United States, and the streets and people around you wherever you live.

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  Nomadic Nature - A Comprehensive...

  James Patterson

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  "Nomadic Nature" is your passport to a world of adventure and exploration, offering an all-encompassing guide to the thrilling realm of RV camping in America's most treasured national parks. This comprehensive book is your indispensable companion, designed to transform your RV camping dreams into reality. 
  Dive into the pages of "Nomadic Nature," and you'll discover a wealth of knowledge as well as inspiration to embark on the road trip of a lifetime. From the rugged charm of the Grand Canyon to the lush landscapes of the Great Smoky Mountains, this guide leads you through the remarkable diversity of the United States' national treasures. 
  Learn the art of selecting the right RV for your journey, whether you prefer the luxurious comfort of a Class A motorhome or the nimble versatility of a travel trailer. Master the intricacies of budgeting, trip duration, and itinerary planning to ensure your adventure is as enjoyable as it is unforgettable. 
  With insights on reservations, permits, and the essential packing checklist, "Nomadic Nature" equips you with the tools needed to navigate the logistics of RV camping effortlessly. Explore the benefits of RV camping, from the freedom of the open road to the rich cultural heritage waiting to be discovered. 
  Whether you're a seasoned RVer or new to the world of camping, this guide provides the knowledge and confidence to embark on an awe-inspiring journey through America's national treasures. Join us on the road less traveled, and let "Nomadic Nature" be your trusted guide to a world of natural wonders and nomadic adventures.

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  Sho-Time - The Inside Story of...

  Jeff Fletcher

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  Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels is playing baseball like no other since the legendary Babe Ruth. Ohtani’s dominance as a two-way player, one that pitches and bats effectively, has taken the Major League by storm. Since entering the league, he won the 2018 AL Rookie of the Year, competed in the 2021 Home Run Derby, started in the 2021 All Star Game as both a pitcher and hitter (the first player to ever do so), won the 2021 Most Valuable Player award, and was named to Time 100’s list of most influential people of 2021. The question on everyone’s mind is this: How is this Japanese phenom doing this, and how far can he go? As the next generation of baseball superstars cement themselves, Ohtani, who can pitch a 100mph fastball and was a Top 3 home run leader at the end of the season, stands out amongst them all. Major League Baseball has found the new face of the sport. In Sho-time, Jeff Fletcher examines the player’s path from his early days in Japan, his transition to the MLB, and a start-to-finish inside look at his historic 2021 MVP season. Along the way, Fletcher details other players who have crossed over from Japan to the major leagues, how Ohtani brought his phenomenal talent to the game at a time when technology is exploding as a means toward maximizing performance, and the role that Ohtani and his otherworldly teammate Mike Trout are playing in helping to lead baseball into the next generation.

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  Right Down + Circle: Tony Hawk's...

  Cole Nowicki

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  An exuberant, incisive look at how Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater transformed a culture 
   
  Going from a hobby toy for surfers to an Olympic sport, skateboarding has had a tumultuous history. Today, professional skateboarders land endorsement deals with Nike and Adidas, while popular television series like HBO’s Betty tell the stories of diverse crews of skaters living in New York City. So how did a fledgling subculture rise from its near-death knell in the ’90s to become ubiquitous today? It was simply a matter of finding the right messenger. 
   
  In 1999, the bestselling video game Tony Hawk’sPro Skater was released, and a new generation was exposed to skateboarding culture right in their very own homes. Kids and adults alike could now spend hours playing as actual skateboarders, learning the vernacular, listening to the music skateboarders loved, and having fun onscreen before trying to skate IRL in the driveway. 
   
  Right, Down + Circle explores how a video game starring the most famous pro skater in the world brought skateboarding culture ― and its ever-shifting markers of music, subversion, and coolness ― to the masses and ultimately transformed the culture it borrowed from in the process.

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