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Taking Fire!
Memoir of an Aerial Scout in Vietnam
Häftad, 2020
275 kr
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As a first lieutenant in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, U.S. Army pilot David Porter was section leader in an Aerial Scout platoon in Vietnam. Their mission was to conduct reconnaissance in OH-6 aircraft (a.k.a. Light Observation Helicopter or "Loach") near the Cambodian border. Finding and …
Basketball
A Biographical Dictionary
E-bok, 2005
1241 kr
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From its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century to its pervasive presence in 21st-century America, basketball has grown into an undeniably important sport. The 575 entries in this biographical dictionary present concise narratives on the lives and careers on the most important names in …
Michael Jordan
A Biography
E-bok, 2007
567 kr
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With the possible exceptions of boxer Muhammad Ali and baseball player Babe Ruth, no athlete has made a greater impact on American society-or in the world-than Michael Jordan. Follow the life of one of the most recognizable athletes and living brands inside this engaging and balanced biography. He …
Biographical Dictionary of American Sports
Football
Inbunden, 1987
982 kr
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Porter has produced a well-conceived, informative reference book that effectively combines breadth and depth of coverage. Recommended for academic and public libraries. ChoiceThe second of four volumes devoted to American sports, this volume presents comprehensive information on college and …
Biographical Dictionary of American Sports
Outdoor Sports
Av David L. Porter, David L. Porter
Inbunden, 1988
1206 kr
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[F]ascinating reading and an excellent sports reference source. This volume is highly recommended for public and academic libraries and also for large high school collections. BooklistThis dictionary is the third of four companion volumes, each containing comprehensive biographical and statistical …
Biographical Dictionary of American Sports
Basketball and Other Indoor Sports
Av David L. Porter, David L. Porter
Inbunden, 1989
982 kr
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This is an excellent reference book that will be a valuable addition to any sports reference collection. ChoiceWith the recent growth of interest in the historical role of American sports in the nation's development, a need has arisen for a scholarly, yet accessible biographical dictionary of …
Biographical Dictionary of American Sports
1989-1992 Supplement for Baseball, Football, Basketball and Other Sports
Av David L. Porter, David L. Porter
Inbunden, 1992
982 kr
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This volume, the fifth in the Biographical Dictionary of American Sports, provides biographical and bibliographical information on 620 distinguished American sports personalities. The majority of the entries represent team sports, including baseball, football, and basketball. Other entries treat …
Biographical Dictionary of American Sports
1992-1995 Supplement for Baseball, Football, Basketball, and Other Sports
Av David L. Porter, David L. Porter
Inbunden, 1995
982 kr
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The sixth volume of the Biographical Dictionary of American Sports, this supplement provides biographies for 616 athletes, coaches, managers, officials, administrators, writers, and broadcasters who have played an active role in American sports or helped to promote them. Most of the entries are …
Cumulative Index to the Biographical Dictionary of American Sports
Inbunden, 1993
982 kr
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This volume provides a cumulative index to the highly acclaimed multi-volume Biographical Dictionary of American Sports, listing all items alphabetically for the first five volumes, published from 1987 to 1992. The five volumes, classified by sport, provide comprehensive biographical information on …
African-American Sports Greats
A Biographical Dictionary
Inbunden, 1995
1206 kr
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African-American athletes have played a significant role in the development and popularity of American professional sports, and have encountered numerous obstacles on the road to athletic success. This is the first comprehensive multi-sport biographical dictionary of African Americans who reached …
Basketball
A Biographical Dictionary
Inbunden, 2005
1131 kr
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From its beginnings at the turn of the 20th century to its pervasive presence in 21st-century America, basketball has grown into an undeniably important sport. The 575 entries in this biographical dictionary present concise narratives on the lives and careers on the most important names in …
Latino and African American Athletes Today
A Biographical Dictionary
Inbunden, 2004
1206 kr
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African Americans and Latino Americans have played an increasingly significant role in the ongoing saga of American sports—and not just in popular sports like basketball and baseball. This is the first comprehensive, multisport biographical resource to concentrate exclusively on the …
Michael Jordan
A Biography
Inbunden, 2007
532 kr
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With the possible exceptions of boxer Muhammad Ali and baseball player Babe Ruth, no athlete has made a greater impact on American society-or in the world-than Michael Jordan. Follow the life of one of the most recognizable athletes and living brands inside this engaging and balanced biography.He …
African-American Sports Greats
A Biographical Dictionary
E-bok, 1995
1285 kr
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African-American athletes have played a significant role in the development and popularity of American professional sports, and have encountered numerous obstacles on the road to athletic success. This is the first comprehensive multi-sport biographical dictionary of African Americans who reached …
Their Greatest Victory
24 Athletes Who Overcame Disease, Disability and Injury
Häftad, 2013
517 kr
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This book profiles 24 athletes who overcame seemingly insurmountable medical odds to attain athletic success. Each profile describes the athlete's problem, the medical issues he or she faced, how success was achieved despite the setback, and the personal qualities that helped the athlete to …
Mary Norton of New Jersey
Congressional Trailblazer
Inbunden, 2013
1356 kr
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Mary Norton of New Jersey: Congressional Trailblazer tells the compelling story of Mary Norton, who served in the United States House of Representatives for 13 terms from 1925 to 1951, featuring her significant role as a congressional pioneer for women and American workers. The daughter of Irish …
Mary Norton of New Jersey
Congressional Trailblazer
E-bok, 2013
1489 kr
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Mary Norton of New Jersey: Congressional Trailblazer tells the compelling story of Mary Norton, who served in the United States House of Representatives for 13 terms from 1925 to 1951, featuring her significant role as a congressional pioneer for women and American workers. The daughter of Irish …
