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Sachin @ 50: Celebrating a Maestro
by Boria MajumdarFor more than two generations of Indians, and cricket fans from elsewhere, Sachin Tendulkar is a name that opened doors and hearts wherever you were on the planet. Even in the days before the social media revolution, Sachin was a truly global icon. It didn&’t matter if you were in Sydney or South Africa, Kolkata or Kingston, Sachin&’s name was a conversation starter. The teenage wonder who exploded into the global consciousness with his bloodied nose in Pakistan in 1989, before becoming the greatest batting sensation ever, transcended the boundaries of sport. As with Jesse Owens, Ali, Pele and Maradona, Sachin&’s role in making Indian cricket a household phenomenon globally can never be underestimated. It was not just the runs he scored. It was the manner in which he scored them – with matchless flair, scoring 100 international hundreds in the process. How do we celebrate Sachin on his 50th birthday? The prodigy with the baby voice, scoring hundreds in abundance with the exuberance of the teenager that he was then? The legend who won India many a close encounter? Or the genius around whom a very good Indian side was built in the 1990s? For a generation of fans who grew up in the 1980s and 90s, it was always Sachin and then daylight. Many of them have also passed on now, but the stories they shared with their children will always remain. On his 50th birthday it is time to add to these stories. The very best from India and beyond on the man they adore. Like Sachin, his stories are also immortal.
Sachin Tendulkar - Meri Atmakatha: सचिन तेंदुलकर - मेरी आत्मकथा
by Sachin Tendulkarक्रिकेट के इतिहास में सबसे ज़्यादा रन बनाने वाले सचिन तेंदुलकर शिखर पर 24 अद्भुत वर्ष बिताने के बाद 2013 में रिटायर हो गए। अब तक के सबसे मशहूर भारतीय क्रिकेटर सचिन को भारत रत्न पुरस्कार - भारत का सर्वोच्च नागरिक सम्मान उनके रिटायरमेंट के दिन मिला। अब सचिन तेंदुलकर अपनी खुद की उल्लेखनीय कहानी बता रहे हैं- 16 साल की उम्र में पहले टेस्ट से लेकर उनके 100वें अंतरराष्ट्रीय शतक तक और उस भावनात्मक अंतिम विदाई तक, जिसने उनके देश को थाम सा दिया था। जब मुंबई के एक शरारती बच्चे की अतिरिक्त ऊर्जा को क्रिकेट की और मोड़ा गया, तो परिणाम स्कूली बल्लेबाज़ी के रिकॉर्डतोड़ कीर्तिमान के रूप में सामने आए, जिससे एक ऐतिहासिक क्रिकेट करियर शुरू हुआ। जल्द ही सचिन तेंदुलकर भारतीय बल्लेबाज़ी की बुनियाद बन गए और क्रिकेट को समर्पित देश के दीवाने लोग उनके खेल को ग़ौर से देखने लगे। किसी क्रिकेटर से कभी इतनी ज़्यादा उम्मीदें नहीं की गईं; किसी क्रिकेटर ने कभी इतने उच्च स्तर पर इतने लंबे समय तक और इतनी बढ़िया शैली में प्रदर्शन नहीं किया- उन्होंने किसी भी दूसरे खिलाड़ी से ज़्यादा रन और शतक बनाए हैं, टेस्ट मैचों में भी और एक दिवसीय मैचों में भी। उनकी मशहूर शख़्सियत के बावजूद, सचिन तेंदुलकर हमेशा बहुत निजी इंसान रहे हैं, अपने परिवार तथा देश के प्रति समर्पित। वे पहली बार अपने व्यक्तिगत जीवन के बारे में विस्तार से रोचक जानकारी दे रहे हैं और एक अनूठे खेल जीवन का सच्चा व सरस वर्णन पेश कर रहे हैं।
SACHIN TENDULKAR Playing It My Way,My Autobiography
by Sachin Tendulkar Boria MajumdarIn his autobiography Sachin Tendulkar recounts and shares about the defining moments of his passionate cricket career, his family,his captaincy,his team-mates and about some interesting facts like what goes on in the minds of a player before the match,in the dressing room, during the match and also on his love for food and music.
Sack Exchange: The Definitive Oral History of the 1980s New York Jets
by Greg Prato&“If you&’re one of those fans who stepped on the Jets bandwagon for the Rex Ryan-Mark Sanchez years, here&’s the story of an earlier, wild and woolly era.&” —New York Post (&“Required Reading&” selection) Comprised of all-new, exclusive interviews with Jets players, head coaches, and those closest to the organization, Sack Exchange is not only an eye-opening account of the Jets from this time, but also of the National Football League as a whole. The New York Sack Exchange was the nickname given to the New York Jets defensive line of the early 1980s, consisting of Mark Gastineau, Joe Klecko, Marty Lyons, and Abdul Salaam. Examined are such topics as the beginning of the Jets-Dolphins rivalry, the controversial firing of head coach Walt Michaels and hiring of Joe Walton, the team&’s relationships behind the scenes, the emergence of Joe Klecko, the rise and fall of Mark Gastineau, steroid use among the Jets and in the NFL, the legendary Shea Stadium as well as never-before-heard stories and insight into the legacy of Joe Namath. &“Greg paints a picture where you feel like you&’re right in the locker room with these guys . . . or hanging out with them back in the day in the NYC clubs during the Koch era. There is not a single true Jets fan on the planet that shouldn't own this book.&” —Keith Roth, The Electric Ballroom Radio Show &“A great read and info from those days and it sure was interesting to see what all everyone had to say . . . Your book really brought back some great and wonderful memories.&” —Chuck Ramsey, Former New York Jets Punter
The Sack Race: The Story of Football's Gaffers
by Chris GreenThe future of football management is a hot topic of debate. An unprecedented spate of sackings in the 2001-02 season and the manner of many of the dismissals filled the back pages. There has even been talk of managers going on strike to defend their ill-treated colleagues. Packed with big names and exclusive stories, The Sack Race challenges the sanitised picture of football management portrayed in glossy autobiographies. It lays bare a profession where pressure to obtain results is immense and the tolerance of failure is low. Despite football's supposed professionalism, we learn that 'The Gaffer' is often an ill-prepared ex-player who has hopped onto the managerial merry-go-round more as a perceived 'character' than a qualified coach. This remarkable book traces the development of the football manager's role, offers a critique of the way the game trains its coaches for management and raises valid concerns about the suitability of their employers - the directors whose impatience creates a climate of fear and insecurity. Finally, it asks the controversial question - does 'The Gaffer' have a future?
Sacked By the Quarterback
by Belle MauriceCan bad luck be caused by the wrong you've done to someone? Sonny Black thinks so, and he's about to do something change that. Sometimes, love means saying you're sorry ... and proving it! Sacked By the Quarterback, Belle Maurice's new contemporary romance and the next book in the Afternoon Delights collection.Sonny Black was the star quarterback in high school who couldn't possibly be in love with the geekiest girl in school, Mandy Daws. He'd been seeing her under the guise of chemistry tutoring, but when his buddies found out there was a little more going on, he lied and said she was a slut, wrecking her life and earning her enduring hatred. Eleven years later, Sonny is the star quarterback headed for the Super Bowl despite amazing bad luck that has earned him the nickname Sonny Black Cloud. When someone mentions that the bad luck must stem from someone he failed in the past, the first name that comes to mind is Mandy's. He tracks her down at the small university where she teaches chemistry and tries to seduce, beg, or win her forgiveness, and he needs it before the Super Bowl.Content Notes: Hot, Contemporary, Athletes, Sports
Sacking Obesity: The Team Tiger Game Plan for Kids Who Want to Lose Weight, Feel Great, and Win on and off the Playing Field
by Tiger GreeneAccording to the Centers for Disease Control, obesity now affects up to 37% of all children and adolescents in the United States, triple the rate from just one generation ago. A young visionary, 13-year-old (now 14) Tiger Greene partnered with National Football League great Marcus Stroud to create Sacking Obesity camps for kids and families. In Sacking Obesity, Tiger presents his weight loss and wellness program, the same one he’s famously promoted across the country in partnership with Team Tiger and support from friends and NFL stars such as Matt Ryan and Brian Finneran of the Atlanta Falcons. Through his words and inspiration, Tiger, an NFL Fuel Up to Play 60 National Ambassador, is dedicated to helping end childhood obesity in America.
Sacramento Baseball (Images of Baseball)
by William D. McpoilSacramento has enjoyed baseball since the Gold Rush. As early as 1869, the first professional baseball team in America, the Cincinnati Red Stockings, came to Sacramento and played against a locally organized team. A few years later, the Sacramento team joined the California League to compete against those from San Francisco and Oakland, becoming a charter member of the newly formed Pacific Coast League in 1903. All the while, children and adults alike were picking up the sport in the many parks, sandlots, and schoolyards throughout the city. In the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s, amateur and sponsored teams competed against each other for trophies and bragging rights. Then, in the 1950s, Little League, Babe Ruth League, and American Legion Baseball flourished.
The Sacred Acre: The Ed Thomas Story
by Mark TabbOn a Sunday in May 2008, an F-5 tornado struck the town of Parkersburg, Iowa, killing eight people and destroying 250 homes and businesses within 34 seconds. The next day, Parkersburg's beloved football coach, Ed Thomas, made a stunning prediction: 'God willing, we will play our first home game here on this field this season. ' One hundred days later, the home team scored a victory on the field they dubbed 'The Sacred Acre,' serving as a galvanizing point for the town to band together and rebuild. But just as Parkersburg was recovering, another devastating tragedy struck. While working with a group of football and volleyball players early one morning, one of Ed's former students walked in and gunned him down point blank. Ed Thomas was 58. The murder of this hometown hero spread across national news headlines. Ed's community and family reeled from shock. Yet the story doesn't end here. What happened next proves that even a double tragedy is no match for faith, love . . . and the power of forgiveness.
Sacred Hoops: Spiritual Lessons of a Hardwood Warrior
by Phil JacksonWith a new introduction, Phil Jackson's modern classic of motivation, teamwork, and Zen insight is updated for a whole new readership"Not only is there more to life than basketball, there's a lot more to basketball than basketball." --Phil JacksonEleven years ago, when Phil Jackson first wrote these words in Sacred Hoops, he was the triumphant head coach of the Chicago Bulls, known for his Zen approach to the game. He hadnt yet moved to the Los Angeles Lakers, with whom he would bring his total to an astounding nine NBA titles. In his thought-provoking memoir, he revealed how he directs his players to act with a clear mind--not thinking, just doing; to respect the enemy and be aggressive without anger or violence; to live in the moment and stay calmly focused in the midst of chaos; to put the "me" in service of the "we"--all lessons applicable to any person's life, not just a professional basketball player's. This inspiring book went on to sell more than 400,000 copies.In his new introduction, Jackson explains how the concepts in Sacred Hoops are relevant to the issues facing his current team--and today's reader.
Sacred Hoops: Spiritual Lessons of a Hardwood Warrior
by Phil Jackson Hugh DelehantyAn inside look at the higher wisdom of teamwork from Chicago Bulls' head coach Phil Jackson. At the heart of the book is Jackson's philosophy of mindful basketball -- and his lifelong quest to bring enlightenment to the competitive world of professional sports, beginning with a focus on selfless team play rather than "winning through intimidation".
Saddles & Secrets (An Ellen & Ned Book)
by Jane SmileyA young rider gets to know a new pony, adjusts to a new sibling, and learns a lot about secrets in this charming follow-up to Pulitzer Prize winner Jane Smiley's Riding Lessons.Ellen can't stop thinking about the racehorse Ned--and the secret she shares with him. There seem to be a lot of secrets in Ellen's life these days. Secrets between friends. Secrets within families. Secrets that are all her own. And secrets her parents are keeping from her that could change everything about her life.One thing that's not a secret is how much Ellen wants to jump--to feel herself on a horse as it soars through the air, smooth and fast. The horse she's riding these days is Hot Potato--a pony she can trust, a pony she can practice jumping with. But he can't possibly be as interesting as Ned, can he? And will her parents' secret take her away from the stable forever?
Sadia
by Colleen NelsonSadia wishes life in high school was as straightforward as a game of basketball. Fifteen-year-old Sadia Ahmadi is passionate about one thing: basketball. Her best friend Mariam, on the other hand, wants to get noticed by the popular crowd and has started de-jabbing, removing her hijab, at school every morning. Sadia’s mom had warned her that navigating high school could be tricky. As much as she hates to admit it, her mom was right. When tryouts for an elite basketball team are announced, Sadia jumps at the opportunity. Her talent speaks for itself. Her head scarf, on the other hand, is a problem; especially when a discriminatory rule means she has to choose between removing her hijab and not playing. Mariam, Sadia’s parents, and her teammates all have different opinions about what she should do. But it is Sadia who has to find the courage to stand up for herself and fight for what is right — on and off the court.
Sadie's Big Steal
by Marla McKennaSadie's plan was to steal Mom's Big Catch, but when faced with choosing between right and wrong, Sadie's adventure takes her on a heartfelt journey where she steals something much more important. Join Marla McKenna in this exciting take of friendship and fun!
Safari: A Saga of the African Blue
by Martin JohnsonAnother captivating book by the American adventurer and documentary filmmaker, Martin Johnson, with 66 illustrations.
Safari 101: Hunting Africa: The Ultimate Adventure
by David L. BrownMbogo, the Black Death, which manifests itself in the African Cape buffalo, now stood less than 12 feet away from me. The cow and calf were too close for me to have time to be scared. I would only have time to react on instinct if they came closer. That is the type of excitement that every hunter dreams of and it is still possible in Africa today. It is also one that I was fortunate enough to experience without any permanent ill effects. Eighty percent or more of American hunters think that Africa is too expensive or off-limits and that they will never have a chance to experience their own, up-close-and-personal adventure in the African bushveld. Safari 101 proves just the opposite. Safari 101 is written for the hunter that has always considered Africa out of reach, someone who has a spark of desire just waiting to be fanned into a flame. American hunters spend thousands of dollars every year hunting at home. Almost none of them know that, for the price of a guided elk hunt in the western United States, they can take an African Safari. The myths of being too expensive and too difficult are firmly entrenched in many hunters minds. Safari 101 has forty-six hints dispersed throughout 11 chapters and proves these myths false. Personal experiences are used to illustrate the value of each hint and to make each one easy to remember. Safari 101 takes the author's experiences, and what he learned from professional hunters and outfitters, and puts the information in a logical progression that is entertaining as well as informative. Safari 101 will help fan the spark into a flame.
Un safari deportivo (Súper ¡Gol! #Volumen 3)
by Luigi Garlando¡Los Cebolletas viajan a África! Quince niñ@s.Una pasión: el fútbol.Un sueño: ¡ser los mejores! Los Cebolletas han tenido una gran idea: organizar un partido de fútbol solidario para construir un pozo en el pueblo de origen de Issa, donde hay una gran sequía. La iniciativa tiene tanto éxito que todo el barrio se vuelca en el proyecto y pronto el pozo es una realidad. Para celebrarlo, ¡todos los chicos de Champignon viajarán juntos a África! Fútbol, amistad y tierras exóticas, ¿se puede pedir más?
SAFE and Fun Playgrounds
by Donna Thompson Heather M. Olsen Susan D. HudsonPlay is important for cognitive, emotional, and physical development of children. Use the four components experts have identified for safety: supervision, age-appropriate design, fall-surfacing that contains approved materials, and equipment maintenance.This handbook is what you need to maintain an existing, or to create a new, pleasing, and challenging playground that is safe, but not boring.Heather M. Olsen, EdD, is executive director of the National Program for Playground Safety.Susan D. Hudson, PhD, has been an educator, consultant, and practitioner in the field of leisure, youth, and human services for over thirty-nine years. Donna Thompson, PhD, founded the National Program for Playground Safety.
Safe at First (Angel Park All-Stars #11)
by Dean HughesThe Dodgers are worried about one of their rookies who keeps messing up for no apparent reason.
Safe at Home
by Sharon RobinsonTen-year-old Elijah Breeze, a.k.a. Jumper, is having the hardest summer of his life. His father has just died; his mother has moved them from the suburbs to Harlem; and he has to spend the summer at baseball camp. Basketball is Jumper's game. He doesn't know anything about baseball, or city life, or how to keep going without his dad. Jumper struggles in his new life, but he's encouraged by the support of his coach and by his grandma's wisdom. He finds out it is possible to start over in a new place with new people ... and still hold on to what's important from his past.
Safe at Home (A Comeback Kids Novel)
by Mike LupicaNick Crandall feels like he doesn't belong anywhere. He doesn't fit in with his new foster parents. They don't know the first thing about sports - and he's not exactly the model student they want him to be. It's only a matter of time until they realize he's not the right kid for them. And Nick certainly doesn't belong playing varsity baseball. He's only twelve years old! His teammates want a catcher their own age. But Nick needs to prove that he belongs - to his parents, to his team, and to himself.
Safe At Second
by Scott JohnsonTodd Bannister's future is as bright as a new baseball. With a fastball destined for the major leagues, a shelf overflowing with trophies, college and pro scouts lined up at his door -- not to mention Melissa, his beautiful girlfriend, and Paulie, his best friend and number one fan -- Todd has it all. Then comes the line drive off a bat that strikes Todd square in the face. Now things are different. Life looks a lot darker when viewed through a glass eye. Can Todd find the determination to pitch again? Or perhaps more important -- can he find the courage to move on with his life, despite a world that seems desperate for him to remain in the past? Told from Paulie's point of view, this multi-layered story about the pursuit of a dream will leave readers cheering just when they least expect it.
Safe Cycling in the City: How to choose a bike, maintain it, cycle safely, get fit and stay healthy
by Chris SidwellsThis is an urban and commuting cyclist's handbook, both inspirational and practical, showing us how to live safer, more enjoyable and healthier lives, both physically and mentally, while reducing our impact on the planet.Author of numerous bestselling bike books, Chris Sidwells, begins with a brief introduction which shows how cycling is already forming a crucial part of future urban transport, good for the environment as well as our health. Current urban transport models, heavily dependent as they are on cars, are unsustainable both in terms of our health and the environment. Cycling offers the perfect mass transport, health and wellbeing solution. As well as being an easy way to improve the fitness of the whole family, with some simple know-how, which Chris shares in this book, it can be perfectly safe even in busy cities. Increasingly, local authorities are seeing the essential role that cycling has to play in transport infrastructure; Chris looks at the many different schemes, both financial and infrastructural, to encourage people onto bikes. Commuting by bike also offers a financial benefit to individuals and societies.Chris shows how to get the right bike for you for commuting and urban cycling, whether that's an electric-assisted bike or pedal-powered only, and how to adjust it properly for your unique build. He looks at cycling clothing and accessories, including helmets, masks, locks and safety equipment. Chris explains how to keep cycling safely despite inclement weather and the different ways to transport what you need to and from work. A chapter on bike care and maintenance shows how to carry out basic repair jobs like adjusting gears, mending punctures and adjusting brakes.Chris explains cycling skills to give you confidence when cycling, including bike control, braking and how to make the most of your gears. He shows when and how to use the extra power provided by an electric bike and offers encouragement to new and returning cyclists.An extended chapter covers road safety, perhaps the biggest barrier to people commuting by bike. Chris shows how to co-exist safely with other road users and the potential hazards that every cyclist should be aware of. He explains the rules that every cyclist must follow and gives step-by-step guidance on how to carry out manoeuvres on the road.Chris shows how to choose the best route to and from work. He gives details of the various schemes to encourage commuting by bike, including insurance and where to find information.Cycling is regarded by many as the best way to regain and maintain fitness. As well as improving both physical and mental wellbeing, cycling can boost our immune system. Cycling also gives self-sufficiency and enhances self esteem.
Safe Cycling in the City: How to choose a bike, maintain it, cycle safely, get fit and stay healthy
by Chris SidwellsThis is an urban and commuting cyclist's handbook, both inspirational and practical, showing us how to live safer, more enjoyable and healthier lives, both physically and mentally, while reducing our impact on the planet.Author of numerous bestselling bike books, Chris Sidwells, begins with a brief introduction which shows how cycling is already forming a crucial part of future urban transport, good for the environment as well as our health. Current urban transport models, heavily dependent as they are on cars, are unsustainable both in terms of our health and the environment. Cycling offers the perfect mass transport, health and wellbeing solution. As well as being an easy way to improve the fitness of the whole family, with some simple know-how, which Chris shares in this book, it can be perfectly safe even in busy cities. Increasingly, local authorities are seeing the essential role that cycling has to play in transport infrastructure; Chris looks at the many different schemes, both financial and infrastructural, to encourage people onto bikes. Commuting by bike also offers a financial benefit to individuals and societies.Chris shows how to get the right bike for you for commuting and urban cycling, whether that's an electric-assisted bike or pedal-powered only, and how to adjust it properly for your unique build. He looks at cycling clothing and accessories, including helmets, masks, locks and safety equipment. Chris explains how to keep cycling safely despite inclement weather and the different ways to transport what you need to and from work. A chapter on bike care and maintenance shows how to carry out basic repair jobs like adjusting gears, mending punctures and adjusting brakes.Chris explains cycling skills to give you confidence when cycling, including bike control, braking and how to make the most of your gears. He shows when and how to use the extra power provided by an electric bike and offers encouragement to new and returning cyclists.An extended chapter covers road safety, perhaps the biggest barrier to people commuting by bike. Chris shows how to co-exist safely with other road users and the potential hazards that every cyclist should be aware of. He explains the rules that every cyclist must follow and gives step-by-step guidance on how to carry out manoeuvres on the road.Chris shows how to choose the best route to and from work. He gives details of the various schemes to encourage commuting by bike, including insurance and where to find information.Cycling is regarded by many as the best way to regain and maintain fitness. As well as improving both physical and mental wellbeing, cycling can boost our immune system. Cycling also gives self-sufficiency and enhances self esteem.
Safe Gun Ownership For Dummies
by Greg LickenbrockA straightforward guide to being smart with your firearm With gun sales at an all-time high in the U.S., easy-to-understand advice on storing and possessing guns safely is at an all-time premium. Safe Gun Ownership For Dummies paves the way for new and novice gun owners to learn the basics of firearm ownership in a non-partisan tone. This book helps gun owners thoroughly explore the rules of gun safety and adopt the habits of savvy firearm aficionados. Written by a firearms expert and analyst who has reviewed hundreds of firearms along with gun safety and storage options, this guide helps you develop a safety mindset and apply practices to assure you and your family avoid harm. Learn, internalize, and apply the rules of gun safety Understand federal, state, and local gun laws Find a good gun safety course for hands-on practice Store and transport your firearm securelyWhen it’s time to start training on your new firearm and the safety rules of gun ownership, Safe Gun Ownership For Dummies is at the ready with everything you need to know to make safety your aim.