Author : Burt L. Standish
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 38,33 MB
Release : 2023-08-24
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ISBN : 3368916572
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Publisher :
Page : 750 pages
File Size : 26,12 MB
Release : 1976
Category : Union catalogs
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Author : David Gessner
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 36,49 MB
Release : 2017-06-06
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0735210578
A story of obsession, glory, and the wild early days of Ultimate Frisbee. David Gessner devoted his twenties to a cultish sport called Ultimate Frisbee. Like his teammates and rivals, he trained for countless hours, sacrificing his body and potential career for a chance at fleeting glory without fortune or fame. His only goal: to win Nationals and go down in Ultimate history as one of the greatest athletes no one has ever heard of. With humor and raw honesty, Gessner explores what it means to devote one’s life to something that many consider ridiculous. Today, Ultimate is played by millions, but in the 1980s, it was an obscure sport with a (mostly) undeserved stoner reputation. Its early heroes were as scrappy as the sport they loved, driven by fierce competition, intense rivalries, epic parties, and the noble ideals of the Spirit of the Game. Ultimate Glory is a portrait of the artist as a young ruffian. Gessner shares the field and his seemingly insane obsession with a cast of closely knit, larger-than-life characters. As his sport grows up, so does he, and eventually he gives up chasing flying discs to pursue a career as a writer. But he never forgets his love for this misunderstood sport and the rare sense of purpose he attained as a member of its priesthood.
Author : Burt L. Standish
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 13,16 MB
Release : 2023-09-18
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
In Burt L. Standish's 'Frank Merriwell's Backers; Or, The Pride of His Friends', readers are immersed in a thrilling tale of friendship, loyalty, and courage within a sportsman's context. The book features vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue, placing it firmly within the realm of classic American adventure literature. Standish's narrative style keeps readers captivated as they follow Frank Merriwell's journey through challenges and triumphs, ultimately showcasing the true meaning of friendship and support. The novel's exploration of themes such as teamwork and dedication resonates with readers of all ages, making it a timeless classic in the realm of adventure fiction. Standish's careful attention to detail and character development sets 'Frank Merriwell's Backers' apart as a must-read for fans of the genre, offering both entertainment and valuable life lessons. Recommended for those seeking a gripping and inspiring story of camaraderie and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Author : Jerome Karabel
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 748 pages
File Size : 39,23 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780618574582
Drawing on decades of research, Karabel shines a light on the ever-changing definition of "merit" in college admissions, showing how it shaped--and was shaped by--the country at large.
Author : Upton Sinclair
Publisher : Library of Alexandria
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 40,98 MB
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Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1465505512
Author : Charles Murray
Publisher : Crown Forum
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 23,30 MB
Release : 2009-08-25
Category : Education
ISBN : 0307405397
"The most talked-about education book this semester." —New York Times From the author of Coming Apart, and based on a series of controversial Wall Street Journal op-eds, this landmark manifesto gives voice to what everyone knows about talent, ability, and intelligence but no one wants to admit. With four truths as his framework, Charles Murray, the bestselling coauthor of The Bell Curve, sweeps away the hypocrisy, wishful thinking, and upside-down priorities that grip America’s educational establishment. •Ability varies. Children differ in their ability to learn, but America’s educational system does its best to ignore this. •Half of the children are below average. Many children cannot learn more than rudimentary reading and math. Yet decades of policies have required schools to divert resources to unattainable goals. •Too many people are going to college. Only a fraction of students struggling to get a degree can profit from education at the college level. •America’s future depends on how we educate the academically gifted. It is time to start thinking about the kind of education needed by the young people who will run the country.
Author : Horatio Alger (Jr.)
Publisher :
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 43,5 MB
Release : 1910
Category : Adventure and adventurers
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Author : J A Mangan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 22,2 MB
Release : 2013-11-05
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1135175772
First published in 1987 with the aim of deepening understanding of the place of women in the cultural heritage of modern society, this collection of essays brings together the previously discrete perspectives of women's studies and the social history of sport. Using feminist ideas to explore the role of sport in women's lives, From Fair Sex to Feminism is a central text in the study of sport, gender and the body.
Author : John Higham
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 45,40 MB
Release : 2001-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0300129823
This book presents three decades of writings by one of America's most distinguished historians. John Higham, renowned for his influential works on immigration, ethnicity, political symbolism, and the writing of history, here traces the changing contours of American culture since its beginnings, focusing on the ways that an extraordinarily mobile society has allowed divergent ethnic, class, and ideological groups to "hang together" as Americans. The book includes classic essays by Higham and more recent writings, some of which have been substantially revised for this publication. Topics range widely from the evolution of American national symbols and the fate of our national character to new perspectives on the New Deal, on other major turning points, and on changes in race relations after major American wars. Yet they are unified by an underlying theme: that a heterogeneous society and an inclusive national culture need each other.
