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The Catcher From Double-A
by Duane DeckerPete Gibbs showed promis when he first came to the Blue Sox, but time and World War II have taken their toll. His confidence has been shaken and he doesn't know whether he has what it takes. Excellent baseball action and characterization.
Catcher in the Wry: Outrageous But True Stories of Baseball
by Bob Uecker Micky HerskowitzWhat do Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Henry Aaron, and Bob Uecker have in common? Nothing. They were superstars. He was a lifetime .200 hitter. They left the fans cheering. If he was lucky, he left them laughing. But anyone with talent can play major-league baseball. For Bob Uecker, it was a triumph of the human spirit. Now, Bob Uecker tells the whole, never-before-revealed story of his undistinguished career as a catcher with the Braves, Cardinals, and Phillies, his success as a broadcaster for the Milwaukee Brewers and ABC-TV's Monday Night Baseball, and the incredible fame he has achieved as the star of a national beer commercial.
The Catcher Was a Spy: The Mysterious Life of Moe Berg
by Nicholas DawidoffThe only Major League ballplayer whose baseball card is on display at the headquarters of the CIA, Moe Berg has the singular distinction of having both a 15-year career as a catcher for such teams as the New York Robins and the Chicago White Sox and that of a spy for the OSS during World War II. <P><P>Here, Dawidoff provides "a careful and sympathetic biography" (Chicago Sun-Times) of this enigmatic man. Photos.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Catcher Who Shocked the World (Tales from the Sandlot #3)
by Dan GutmanCatching is a weird position. A catcher wears strange equipments that no other players wear. The catcher has to call pitches, block the plate and throw out base stealers.
Catcher with a Glass Arm
by Matthew F ChristopherJody is a catcher who does not throw well, and after he is hit by a ball, is afraid of pitched balls, but he is able to overcome his fear and humiliation.
The Catcher’s Mask: A Peach Street Mudders Story (Peach Street Mudders)
by Bert Dodson Matthew F ChristopherMudders' catcher Rudy Calhoun is having a bad season behind the plate until, at a yard sale, he buys a used catcher's mask that greatly improves his playing.
Catching Air! The Wild World of Snowboarding
by Gary Hubbell Sherie HolderA look at the sport of extreme snowboarding.
Catching Ava (Spring Training Ser. #3)
by Becca JamesonIt starts with a blind date… A blind date with a sexy major league baseball player seems harmless enough. Except Ava Phillips falls hard for Xavier Monreal and then can’t get him to move off first base. He is not boyfriend material… Xavier has some family issues that need resolving before he’s boyfriend material for anyone. He also has a stubborn streak that keeps Ava at arm’s length. Their passion won’t be enough if they both dig their heels in. Time and again their agendas clash. Ava has personal goals that keep her from spending much time with Xavier. Meanwhile, Xavier needs to get his head out of his ass if he wants to earn her respect. Major league baseball is a demanding sport not conducive to long-term relationships. Only the strongest can survive. Welcome to the Spring Training series by best-selling author Becca Jameson. Spring Training follows the lives of several major league baseball players as they deal with the fame and reality of life and love. This third book in the series, Catching Ava, features the third baseman as he meets the perfect sweet, innocent, younger woman while dealing with a family crisis. Club Zodiac, the spinoff series that follows Spring Training, is featured in this book.**This is a full-length novel with 64,000 words, a happily ever after, no cliffhanger, no cheating, and super hot sex scenes.**
Catching Cameron
by Julie BrannaghJulie Brannagh's sexy, charming Love and Football series continues ... Star sports reporter Cameron Ondine has one firm rule: she does not date football players. Ever. She tangled with one years ago, and it did not end well. Been there, done that.But when Cameron comes face-to-face with the very man who shattered her heart--on camera, no less--her world is upended for a second time by recklessly handsome Seattle Shark Zach Anderson.Zach has never been able to forget the gorgeous blonde who stole his breath away when he was still just a rookie. They've managed to give each other a wide berth for years, but when their jobs suddenly bring them together again and again, he knows he has to face his past once and for all.Because as they spend more time together, he becomes less focused on the action on the field and more concerned with catching Cameron.
Catching Lily (Spring Training #2)
by Becca JamesonShe lets him dominate her in every way the night they meet… After sneaking off to have the hottest sex of her life with Dominic Cordes, the insanely sexy pitcher for Miami’s major league baseball team, Lily Phillips can’t imagine ever facing the man again. She acted completely out of character. But there’s no way to avoid seeing him three months later at the wedding of their mutual friends. He can’t get her out of his mind… Dominic hasn’t forgotten a single moment with the tiny blonde who submitted to him so thoroughly that night. He should have called. Now he will have to face her wrath. Is one night of passion enough to forge a relationship? The steam between them hasn’t abated, but starting a relationship proves nearly impossible between Lily’s inexperience as a submissive, their hectic schedules, and an ex-boyfriend who does everything in his power to interfere. Is it worth it? When they’re together, the world stops. But reality keeps threatening to tear them apart. Welcome to the Spring Training series by best-selling author Becca Jameson. Spring Training follows the lives of several major league baseball players as they deal with the fame and reality of life and love. This second book in the series, Catching Lily, features the pitcher and the woman who has haunted him since their chance meeting three months ago. Club Zodiac, the spinoff series that follows Spring Training, is featured in this book.**This is a full-length novel with 66,000 words, a happily ever after, no cliffhanger, no cheating, and super hot sex scenes.**
Catching Summer: A Second Chances Novel (Second Chances #1)
by L. P. DoverHailed by Heidi McLaughlin as a bestselling author who "knows how to create the men who make us swoon," L. P. Dover returns with an edgy, emotionally gripping Second Chances novel about a beautiful widow who can't resist a chiseled NFL player. Former nurse Summer Jacobs has seen her fair share of suffering, but she never expected tragedy to hit so close to home. After watching her husband die in the MMA ring, Summer spends the next two years fighting her way through the darkness. The last thing she needs is another hardheaded athlete turning her life upside down. But that's exactly what happens when she meets a gridiron star who's as skilled at stealing hearts as he is at snagging passes. Carolina Cougars wide receiver Evan Townsend usually has no problem winning fans, so he's intrigued when Summer shoots down his go-to plays for winning a woman's attention. Never one to back down from a challenge, Evan turns up the heat, setting off sparks that neither can deny. But as his slow seduction begins to chase away Summer's pain, he gets the feeling that someone is desperate to keep them apart. Now Evan will do anything to protect her--because he never misses a chance to make a perfect catch.Praise for Catching Summer "L. P. Dover masterfully weaves together agonizing heartbreak and swoon-worthy romance with ultimate suspense. This second-chance love story had me flipping the pages from the very first scene, craving more with each twist and turn."--USA Today bestselling author L. B. Simmons "A moving story of love and loss that will stay with you long after you finish reading."--USA Today bestselling author Kelly Jamieson"A charming, well-written story with great dialogue and likable characters."--Cocktails and Books "I really enjoyed this book. The characters were well developed and I was hooked . . . to find out what's going to happen next."--A Crazy Vermonter's Book Reviews Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Catching the Sky
by Colten Moore Keith O'BrienA transcendent story about risk and the pursuit of happiness, family, and the bond between brothers.Dust and prairie were abundant on the Texas Panhandle, the land that gave birth to generations of Moores. But instead of working the landor the cattle that fed upon it, the Moore brothers, Colton and Caleb, heeded another call. Their dreams, paired with hard work and family sacrifice, eventually became reality. The Moore brothers, with their boundary-exploding athleticism, innovation and appetite for risk, became stars on the burgeoning freestyle ATV and snowmobile circuits. If it had wheels, they could flip it--often higher and better than anyone else--leading a band of pioneers intent on breaking new ground and in a new sport before multitudes of fans at the X Games and beyond. In this vivid, page-turning narrative, Colten Moore offers a profound and deeply moving perspective on his life and that of his brother. Catching the Sky is a clear-eyed look at extreme sports, what drives people to take wild chances, and how one man, Colten, couldn't stop even after the worst possible outcome. His story reminds us that we can dream--and sometimes achieve the impossible, that we can follow our own path, that we can lose something, lose everything, only to find it again--often in the most unlikely place.
Catching Waves (Matt Christopher)
by Matthew F ChristopherWhen it comes to surfing, fourteen- year-old Kai Ford knows his stuff; he's been riding the waves since he was ten. He respects the amazing power of the sea and knows - first-hand - how dangerous it can be. But what Kai doesn't seem to respect is the privacy of others. Unfortunately, his prying nature sometimes leads to trouble. Will Kai learn the importance of minding his own business before he once again sticks his nose in where it doesn't belong?
Catching Yellowstone's Wild Trout: A Fly-Fishing History and Guide (Natural History)
by Chris HuntThis history and guide to the fly-fishing waters of Yellowstone National Park is a loving homage to the region&’s iconic wild trout. Yellowstone National Park is home to some of the most storied destinations in the history of fly fishing. Casting in the Firehole River is like going back in time to when bison roamed nearly every meadow in the West. Restored to their natal streams after near extinction, native Arctic grayling can once again be plucked from icy water at the foot of breathtaking waterfalls. Meanwhile, a daylong hike into true wild country rewards an angler with a chance to catch trophy native cutthroat trout on a lonely mountain lake. In Catching Yellowstone&’s Wild Trout, local journalist and experienced angler Chris Hunt explores the rich history of these beloved and bountiful waters.</
Catching Zia (Spring Training #1)
by Becca JamesonShe has no idea who he is… Zia’s main passion in life is art. And she’d gladly spend days on end sketching the hunky man who stops to admire her work while jogging through the park one sunny afternoon. He unwisely keeps her in the dark… Brett has been ogling Zia for days. The sketch in her lap provides the perfect opening. When it’s immediately obvious she has no idea he’s a major league baseball player, he relishes the opportunity to take a gorgeous woman out on a normal date. Will she give him a second chance? What about a third? What Brett doesn’t know is that Zia grew up with a compulsive liar, and his omission is more than she can tolerate. Second chances are rare in this life, and somehow Brett manages to squander that one also. He’s got an uphill battle if he wants to fight for this strong-willed woman. Welcome to the Spring Training series by best-selling author Becca Jameson. Spring Training follows the lives of several major league baseball players as they deal with the fame and reality of life and love. This first book in the series, Catching Zia, features the second baseman and his desire to meet a woman who isn’t after him for his money or his celebrity status.**This is a full-length novel with 63,000 words, a happily ever after, no cliffhanger, no cheating, and super hot sex scenes.**
Catskill Rivers: Birthplace of American Fly Fishing (Lyons Press Ser.)
by Dan Rather Austin M. FrancisCatskill Rivers is the story of the "birthplace of the American fly fishing." Readers will discover this birthplace in such hallowed trout streams as the Beaverkill, the Willowemoc, the Neversink, the Delaware, the Esopus, and the Schoharie. While originally published in 1983, Catskill Rivers remains the definitive study of these fabled waters and the remarkable people who created the American fly-fishing tradition.Painstakingly researched and imaginatively told, readers will also get an unforgettable survey of the early river industries, including rafting, sawmills, tanneries, and wood-acid factories, as well as at the early days on these classic trout waters, where George LaBranche, in Sparse Gray Hackle's words, "adapted the dry fly to fast water and started an angling revolution." Along with numerous historical glimpses into the many sociological forces surrounding the Catskill Rivers, readers will see many early, famous flyfishers take to these waters, including "Uncle Thad" Norris, Seth Green, Theodore Gordon, Herman Christian, Roy Steenrod, Sparse Gray Hackle, and many more.This historically accurate and beautifully written glance back into the early days of the Catskill Rivers will have both fishermen and nonfishermen wanting even more.
Caught by You
by Jennifer BernardLove comes out of left field in the second novel in USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Bernard's sexy baseball-themed seriesMonths of alternately flirting and bickering with Kilby Catfish catcher Mike Solo just turned into the hottest kiss of Donna MacIntyre's life--and that's a major league complication. Any hint of scandal could keep her from getting her son back from her well-connected ex. Then Mike comes up with a game-changing idea: a marriage proposal that could help win her case-- even as it jeopardizes her heart . . .Mike hasn't been able to get the gorgeous, gutsy redhead out of his fantasies. The least he can do is fix the mess he helped create. Yet their engagement is quickly becoming about a lot more than doing the right thing. Because after swearing he'd never risk love again, Mike has found a passion that puts all his emotions in play, and a woman he'll go to bat for again and again . . .
Caught in Play
by Peter G. StrombergStromberg (anthropology, U. of Tulsa) explores the effects of entertainment on values of pleasure, self-indulgence and consumption and notes the ease in which fans succumb to media ideas and practices. Written for students and scholars, this book explains the links between romantic realism and consumer culture and examines the writings of noted social theorists to reveal how entertainment has replaced rituals in modern societies. The author also describes the methods employed by the entertainment industry to satisfy "stimulus hunger. " Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
Caught Me A Big 'Un: Jimmy Houston's Bass Fishing Tips 'n' Tales
by Jimmy HoustonOne of the best-known, most-loved TV fishing personalities, Jimmy Houston has become a bass legend. Two-time winner of the B.A.S.S. Angler of the Year award, Jimmy now brings you A of the wonderful, entertaining, and instructive stories he's gathered over the years.... CAUGHT ME A BIG 'UN... and then I let him go! Anyone who loves fishing -- on a lake, pond, river, or ocean -- is guaranteed to love Jimmy Houston's insightful, instructive, and laugh-out-loud funny tips and tales. Whether he's fishing with sports or political celebrities or his children, Jimmy proves there's no story like a fish story, and here are his best-packed with all the know -- how that has made his name a legend. Discover the secrets of tournament fishermen from Jimmy and other award-winning pros; get the lowdown on tackle, baits, and boats; and find out why the best anglers know that you have to understand fish in order to catch them (and how you can, too!), and more. From that first tug on the line to the last cast of the day, every angler will love Jimmy's bass fishing tips and anecdotes. Get in the boat with the master -- and turn those tall tales into reality.
Caught Offside (Soccer Sisters #2)
by Andrea MontalbanoVal Flores has always loved being a Soccer Sister. She and her best friend Makena have been part of the super competitive Brookville Breakers for a long time now, and she knows there's nothing that could break them—or the team—up. But when the other girls start talking about the winter dance and going boy crazy, Val begins to feel out of place. It doesn't help that her teammate Jessie has been acting super weird and later tells Val the team would be better off without her.When the Breakers play a game against El Fuego, a team from Val's school, she wonders if she should switch sides. Is Val's time with the Breakers up? Does she belong as a Soccer Sister after all? And should she quit while she's ahead—even if it costs her team the indoor soccer championship? "The Soccer Sisters series isn't just about soccer. It's about friendships, family, and the awesome thrill that comes from winning. It's also fun." —Carl Hiassen, New York Times bestselling author
Caving Basics: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginning Cavers (Third Revised Edition)
by Jerry HassemerProvides tips and techniques for people who want to go caving.
Cebolla Rodríguez: Un hincha en la cancha
by Cesar Bianchi Javier TairovichEste libro recorre los claroscuros de un jugador excepcional, un hincha dentro o fuera de la cancha, un hombre de campo, un padre presente, un amigo leal y solidario. Al futbolista uruguayo más ganador de todos los tiempos no le gusta mirar fútbol. Cristian Gabriel Rodríguez —de oficio jugador de fútbol— ha ganado 26 títulos oficiales en Uruguay, Argentina, y sobre todo en la península ibérica. En equipos de Portugal y España fue multicampeón. Hay un denominador común en todas estas vueltas olímpicas: siempre las dio con una bandera o un gorrito del equipo de sus amores, Peñarol. El niño de Juan Lacaze, al que apodaban Cebolla como a su padre, tenía dos sueños a cumplir cuando fuera grande: tener muchos caballos y jugar en Peñarol. Hoy tiene más de cien equinos en su establecimiento «El Chichongo» y no solo llegó a jugar en Peñarol: fue campeón con la aurinegra tres veces, como juvenil y como capitán experimentado. Y antes de volver a radicarse definitivamente en el campo para darle de comer a las gallinas, quiere seguir jugando y ganando en Peñarol. Este libro recorre los claroscuros de un jugador excepcional, un hincha dentro o fuera de la cancha, un hombre de campo, un padre presente, un amigo leal y solidario.
Cebos y carnadas para la pesca en agua dulce
by Enrico Silva* El buen pescador sabe que, para obtener una buena presa, necesita un buen material, pero no basta sólo con eso: la elección de los cebos y las carnadas es determinante en esta tarea. * ¿Deben encarnarse cebos animales o vegetales en los anzuelos? ¿El momento del día ha de determinar la elección del engodo? * Con esta obra, todos los pescadores --principiantes o veteranos-- tendrán en las manos una guía completa de las técnicas de cebado: cómo escoger, conservar o encontrar las carnadas, función y composición de los engodos, cebos, qué sedal utilizar en función del tipo de pesca (al coup, a pulso, a la inglesa, con cebo vivo, con peces muertos...) * En los ríos de llanura o junto a los lagos, en las aguas claras de los arroyos o en los torrentes al pie de las montañas, la pesca es un arte del que deben aprenderse todos los detalles para poder apreciar todas sus facetas y percibir ese sentimiento único de unión con la fauna y la naturaleza.
Ceiling Stars
by Sandra Diersch"Ceiling Stars" is a moving story about the strength and limits of friendship in the presence of mental illness.
Celebrating Canada: Commemorations, Anniversaries and National Symbols
by Raymond B. Blake Mathew HaydayPopular and government-funded anniversaries and commemorations, combined with national symbols, play significant roles in shaping how we view Canada, and also provide opportunities for people to challenge the pre-existing or dominant conceptions of the country. Volume 2 of Celebrating Canada continues the scholarly debate about commemoration and national identity. Raymond B. Blake and Matthew Hayday bring together emerging and established scholars to consider key moments in Canadian history when major anniversaries of Canada’s political, social, or cultural development were celebrated. The contributors to this volume capture the multiple and multi-layered meanings of belonging in the Canadian experience, investigate various attempts at shaping and re-shaping identities, and explore episodes of groups resisting or participating in the identity-formation process. By considering the small voices and those on the margins of Canada’s many commemorative anniversaries, the contributors to Celebrating Canada reveal how important it is to think not only about anniversary moments but also about what they can tell us about our history and the shifting function of nationalism.