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The Hardest Test (Quick Reads Ser.)
by Scott QuinnellScott Quinnell’s book is called The Hardest Test. It is the story of how he became a successful rugby player, in spite of having to fight against learning difficulties at school. When he retired in 2005 he continued his battle with dyslexia in order to change both his and his children’s lives for ever.Rugby player Scott Quinnell played for the Llanelli Scarlets and played for his country, Wales, fifty-two times. He was also a British lion. He reached the very top of his sport before he retired in 2005. He is now one of the most recognisable faces in world rugby.
Hardlopen: Biomechanica en inspanningsfysiologie praktisch toegepast
by Frans Bosch Ronald KlompDit boek biedt de nieuwste inzichten op het gebied van looptraining.Aan de orde komen innovatieve trainingsconcepten die gebaseerd zijn op recent wetenschappelijk onderzoek en op uitgebreide kennis van de trainingspraktijk.Looptrainers, fysiotherapeuten, leraren lichamelijke opvoeding en hardlopers kunnen hun voordeel doen met deze publicatie.Vanuit biomechanisch en inspanningsfysiologisch perspectief worden onderwerpen als looptechniek, energieleverantie, adaptatie en krachttraining behandeld. Recente wetenschappelijke inzichten worden vertaald naar de trainingspraktijk.In deze derde, ongewijzigde druk zijn allerlei aspecten van looptraining tot in detail uitgewerkt. Talrijke illustraties en foto's verhelderen de uiteenzettingen over lopen op hoge snelheid, loopscholing en krachttraining.
The Hardmen: Legends And Lessons From The Cycling Gods
by The VelominatiEmbrace and revel in the stories of the toughest cyclists of all time, told by The Velominati, originators of The Rules. Read and get ready to ride . . . In cycling, suffering brings glory: a rider's value can be judged by their results, but also by their panache and heroism. Prepared to be awed and inspired by Chris Froome riding on at the Tour de France with a broken wrist or Geraint Thomas finishing it with a broken pelvis. In The Hardmen the writers behind cycling superblog Velominati.com and The Rules will tell the stories and illuminate the myths of not just the greatest cyclists ever, but the toughest. From Eddy Merckx to Beryl Burton, and from Marianne Vos to Edwig Van Hooydonk, the book will lay bare the secrets of their extraordinary and inspirational endurance in the face of pain, danger and disaster. After all, suffering is one of the joys of being a cyclist. Embrace climbs, relish the descents, and get ready to harden up. . .
The Hardy Boys Handbook: Seven Stories of Survival
by Franklin W. Dixon Sheila Link Leslie H. MorrillFrank and Joe Hardy could get out of any tough situations. After taking a survival course, the young detectives are forced to put their training to the test in seven terrifying situations.
The Harlem Globetrotters: Clown Princes of Basketball
by Robbie ButlerReaders of all ability levels will want to read these high-low books from 5 high-interest nonfiction subject areas: sports, history, biography, adventure, and science. Each easy-to-read book explores a fascinating narrative account of the subject. This all-new series features historical photographs, full-color graphics, glossary words on each page, and a contemporary chapter-book format. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Harlequin Desire April 2016 - Box Set 2 of 2: His Baby Agenda\A Surprise for the Sheikh\Secret Child, Royal Scandal
by Katherine Garbera Sarah M. Anderson Cat SchieldDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all--wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles for one great price! HIS BABY AGENDA Billionaires and Babies * by USA TODAY bestselling author Katherine Garbera Gabi De La Cruz thought she'd found Mr. Right...until he was arrested for murder! Now he's back and needs help with his young child, but is there room for a second chance when he's obsessed with clearing his name? A SURPRISE FOR THE SHEIKH Texas Cattleman's Club: Lies and Lullabies * by Sarah M. Anderson Sheikh Rafe bin Saleed wants revenge, and he'll buy Royal, Texas, to get it. But will a night of unplanned passion with his enemy's sister give him a baby he didn't bargain for? SECRET CHILD, ROYAL SCANDAL The Sherdana Royals * by Cat Schield Marrying his former lover to legitimize his secret son s claim to the throne becomes more challenging than prince Christian Alessandro expected. Because Noelle Dubonne makes a demand of her own--it's true love or nothing! Look for Harlequin® Desire's April 2016 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop.
Harlequin Desire August 2015 - Box Set 1 of 2
by Janice Maynard Cat Schield Michelle CelmerDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all--wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles for one great price! DEMANDING HIS BROTHER'S HEIRS (Billionaires and Babies)by Michelle CelmerHolly never knew her late husband had an identical twin until the man showed up on her doorstep, demanding to help raise her twin sons. Will the secret he keeps stop him from winning her heart? SECOND CHANCE WITH THE BILLIONAIRE (The Kavanaghs of Silver Glen)by Janice MaynardOnce, all Ellie Porter wanted was Conor Kavanagh, but a decade later, this single mom needs him for one thing only--to save her brother. As old passion rekindles, will Conor save her, too? A ROYAL BABY SURPRISE (Billionaires and Babies)by Cat SchieldWhen college professor Brooke Davis falls for the mysterious Nic Alessandro, little does she know he's actually the prince of a small European country and their romance is about to leave her with an heir to the throne! Look for Harlequin® Desire's August 2015 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes!
Harlequin Desire August 2015 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Karen Booth Kat Cantrell Maureen ChildDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all--wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles for one great price! HAVING HER BOSS'S BABY (Pregnant by the Boss)by Maureen ChildBrady Finn's mission is to take his company to the next level. Aine Donovan plans to stop him. But soon their searing attraction gets the better of them, leading to a pregnancy shocker nobody expected! THE PRINCESS AND THE PLAYER (Dynasties: The Montoros)by Kat CantrellAs a member of Alma's recently reinstated royal family, Bella Montoro must marry for the sake of her country. The only hitch: she's falling for her fiancé's black sheep brother… THAT NIGHT WITH THE CEO by Karen BoothPR expert Melanie Costello has signed on to make over millionaire Adam Langford's rebellious--even though the CEO is her former one-night stand. Surely she can resist his charms this time. Her career depends on it! Look for Harlequin® Desire's August 2015 Box Set 2 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes!
Harlequin Desire March 2015 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Cat Schield Sara Orwig Maureen ChildDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all--wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles for one great price! This Desire bundle includes Royal Heirs Required by Cat Schield, After Hours with Her Ex by USA TODAY bestselling author Maureen Child and At the Rancher's Request by USA TODAY bestselling author Sara Orwig.Look for 6 new compelling stories every month from Harlequin Desire!
Harlequin Desire March 2016 - Box Set 2 of 2
by Kat Cantrell Joanne Rock Charlene SandsDo you love stories with sexy, romantic heroes who have it all--wealth, status, and incredibly good looks? Harlequin® Desire brings you all this and more with these three new full-length titles for one great price! ONE SECRET NIGHT, ONE SECRET BABY (Moonlight Beach Bachelors) Charlene Sands Though Hollywood heartthrob Dylan McKay has no memory of that fateful night with his sister's best friend, he must face the music. He's made her pregnant and will make her his bride. But soon the shocking, unforgettable truth emerges... THE SEAL'S SECRET HEIRS (Texas Cattleman's Club: Lies and Lullabies) Kat Cantrell A former SEAL comes home to his greatest challenge yet--surprise fatherhood of secret twins--only to discover his high school sweetheart is his children's social worker. Will the first-time father get a second shot at real love? HIS SECRETARY'S SURPRISE FIANCÉ (Bayou Billionaires) Joanne Rock Winning at any cost might work on the football field, but will demanding a fake engagement really keep billionaire sportsman Dempsey Reynaud's alluring assistant in his life? Look for Harlequin® Desire's March 2016 Box set 1 of 2, filled with even more scandalous stories and powerful heroes! Join HarlequinMyRewards.com to earn FREE books and more. Earn points for all your Harlequin purchases from wherever you shop.
Harness Horses, Bucking Broncos & Pit Ponies: A History of Horse Breeds
by Jeff Crosby Shelley Ann JacksonThousands of years ago people living on the steppes of central Asia realized that horses could transport them long distances, help them fight their wars, pull their plows, and provide them with sport and companionship. Ever since, horses and human history have been intertwined.The author-illustrator team of Jeff Crosby and Shelley Ann Jackson celebrates all kinds of horses in this beautifully illustrated, fact-filled book. From fast horses like the Barb, which traveled to Spain from Africa in the early eighth century to become a foundation for many Spanish and European breeds, to war horses like the Mongolian that gave their owners military advantage (today there are more horses in Mongolia than there are people), to the hard-working horses ranging from the tiny American Miniature to the giant Clydesdale, Harness Horses,Bucking Broncos & Pit Ponies is a treasure-trove of information. Today there are fifty-eight million horses in the world.This is the perfect book for those who own (or dream of owning) a horse, who ride, or who simply like to read about these magnificent animals and the special relationship they share with humans.
Harold Larwood
by Duncan HamiltonWinner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year, this is the first ever biography of Harold Larwood. Larwood, one of the most talented, accurate and intimidating fast bowlers of all time is mainly remembered for his role in the infamous Bodyline series of 1932-3 which brought Anglo-Australian diplomatic relations to the brink of collapse.Larwood was made the scapegoat--and despite the fact he was simply following his captain's instructions, he never played cricket for England again. Devastated by this betrayal, he eventually immigrated to Australia, where he was accepted by the country that had once despised him.Acclaimed author Duncan Hamilton has gained unprecedented access to the late sportsman's family and archives to tell the story of a true working-class hero and cricketing legend.
Harold Larwood: the Ashes bowler who wiped out Australia
by Duncan HamiltonWinner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year, this is the first ever biography of Harold Larwood. Larwood, one of the most talented, accurate and intimidating fast bowlers of all time is mainly remembered for his role in the infamous Bodyline series of 1932-3 which brought Anglo-Australian diplomatic relations to the brink of collapse. Larwood was made the scapegoat - and despite the fact he was simply following his captain's instructions, he never played cricket for England again. Devastated by this betrayal, he eventually emigrated to Australia, where he was accepted by the country that had once despised him. Acclaimed author Duncan Hamilton has gained unprecedented access to the late sportsman's family and archives to tell the story of a true working-class hero and cricketing legend.
Harold Larwood: the Ashes bowler who wiped out Australia
by Duncan HamiltonWinner of the William Hill Sports Book of the Year, this is the first ever biography of Harold Larwood. Larwood, one of the most talented, accurate and intimidating fast bowlers of all time is mainly remembered for his role in the infamous Bodyline series of 1932-3 which brought Anglo-Australian diplomatic relations to the brink of collapse. Larwood was made the scapegoat - and despite the fact he was simply following his captain's instructions, he never played cricket for England again. Devastated by this betrayal, he eventually emigrated to Australia, where he was accepted by the country that had once despised him. Acclaimed author Duncan Hamilton has gained unprecedented access to the late sportsman's family and archives to tell the story of a true working-class hero and cricketing legend.
The Harper Effect
by Taryn BashfordA sizzling coming of age story set in the world of professional tennis about a girl who learns to win from a boy who has lost everything. Sixteen-year-old Harper was once a rising star on the tennis court—until her coach dropped her for being “mentally weak.” Without tennis, who is she? Her confidence at an all-time low, she secretly turns to her childhood friend, next-door neighbor Jacob—who also happens to be her sister’s very recent ex-boyfriend. If her sister finds out, it will mean a family war. But when Harper is taken on by a new coach who wants her to train with Colt, a cold, defensive, brooding young tennis phenom, she hits the court all the harder, if only to prove to Colt she has it in her to be a champion. As the two learn to become a team, Harper gets glimpses of the vulnerable boy beneath the surface, the boy who was deeply scarred by his family’s dark and scandalous past. The boy she could easily find herself falling for. As she walks a fine line between Colt’s secrets, her forbidden love, and a game that demands nothing but the best, Harper must choose between her past and her future and between two boys who send her head spinning. Turns out, the biggest battle she needs to win, is the one against herself.
Harry Caray (Voice of the Fans)
by Pat Hughes Bruce MilesA photo and audio tribute to the legendary broadcaster Harry Caray Voice of the Fans.
Harry - The Ride of My Life: The Noel Harris Story
by Wally O'HearnOne of the oldest jockeys still riding. Noel aka Handbreak Harry is the Keith Richards of the racing world. Talks of drugs, gambling and race fixing. His father is also a well known figure in the racing world. Bursting to prominence in the 1980s, Noel may 'smoke like a chimney, drink like a fish and eat like a sparrow' but he rides like a true champion. And he has outlasted many of his competitors, still leading them home in his late fifties after having notched up over 2000 wins. Along the way he has gained the loyalty of owners and trainers, the respect of fellow jockeys and the admiration of race-goers. He has also had a few beers, a bit of fun and lots of laughs, enjoying life and loving racing. Colourful - including green hair on occasions - and sometimes outlandish, Noel has stood out for his singular riding style, his optimism, commitment, sense of humour and straight-shooting sincerity. Racing is a game of wins and losses, highs and lows, and in this book, Noel takes us on the rollercoaster, from growing up in a racing family and apprenticeship days in a wild and scary Singapore, the rides and races of the NZ and Australian racing calendars, and the trials, tribulations and triumphs of staying at the top. Noel gives us the goods on the horses, owners, trainers, jockeys, races and officials, friends and family - the emotions, experiences, anecdotes and accolades of a long and successful career.
Harry the K: The Remarkable Life of Harry Kalas
by Randy MillerTo Philadelphia Phillies fans, he was the soundtrack of summer. To millions of football fans across America, he was the “Voice of the NFL. ” And as open and giving as Harry Kalas was throughout his professional and personal life, there are countless layers of the man that have remained unknown . . . until now. Author Randy Miller interviewed more than 160 people—including all of Harry’s surviving family, many of his close friends from childhood to present, numerous colleagues from baseball and the NFL, and even Harry’s longtime personal psychologist—to craft a loving and shockingly honest portrayal of one of the most celebrated broadcasters in the history of sports. With incredible details from all phases of his life—from his upbringing in the Chicago suburbs, to his Hall of Fame broadcasting career in baseball, to his ubiquitous voiceover work with the NFL, to his personal vices for drinking and women, to his legendary friendship with Richie “Whitey” Ashburn, to his ongoing feud with on-air partner Chris Wheeler—Harry the K: The Remarkable Life of Harry Kalas will surprise, delight, and enlighten all fans of the man they called “Harry the K. ”
Harry's Games, Wit and Wisdom: In Search Of England's Football Genius
by John CraceA FREE extended extract from the forthcoming biography of Harry Redknapp, including the Wit & Wisdom of the greatest football manager England never had (with apologies to Brian Clough).Who is Harry Redknapp? Football genius or football chancer? Master tactician or practical joker? How is it that even when he was facing court proceedings for tax evasion so many people were still seriously tipping him to be the next England manager? How can one man have two such diametrically opposed and incompatible career trajectories? Does the longing to have an English manager in charge of the national side warp people's thinking?'To Portsmouth fans, Redknapp was the man who walked on water and won them an FA Cup. To Southampton fans, he is still the devil incarnate who had them relegated before jumping ship to their arch rivals. Spurs fans weren't sure what he was, bit didn't care as long as he kept the team together and winning. Sometimes he's the Messiah, at others the clown. Whoever he is, Crace is determined to find out.
Harvey Penick: The Life and Wisdom of the Man Who Wrote the Book on Golf
by Kevin RobbinsThe first-ever biography of the iconic and beloved golf coach who caddied for Francis Ouimet, played with Ben Hogan, competed against Bobby Jones, shaped Ben Crenshaw, and distilled his golf wisdom into the Little Red Book, granting simplicity to a vexing yet beloved sport Millions of people were charmed by the homespun golf advice dispensed in Harvey Penick&’s Little Red Book, a sports classic that went on to become the best-selling sports book of all time. Yet, beyond the Texas golf courses where Penick happily toiled for the better part of eight decades, few people knew the self-made golf pro who coaxed the best out of countless greats — Tom Kite, Ben Crenshaw, Betsy Rawls, Mickey Wright — all champions who considered Penick their coach and lifelong friend. In Harvey Penick, Kevin Robbins tells the story of this legendary steward of the game. From his first job as a caddie at age eight to his ascendance to head golf pro at the esteemed Austin Country Club to his playing days when he competed with Bobby Jones and Walter Hagen to his mentorship of some of golf&’s finest players, Penick studied every nuance of the game. Along the way, he scribbled his observations and anecdotes, tips and tricks, and genuine love of the sport in his little red book, which ultimately became a gift to golfers everywhere. Part elegy to golf&’s greatest teacher, part inquiry into his simple, impactful teachings, part history of golf over the past century, Harvey Penick is an exquisitely written sports biography.
Harvey Penick's Little Red Book: Lessons And Teachings From A Lifetime In Golf
by Harvey PenickThe most beloved golf book of all time, Harvey Penick's Little Red Book has become required reading for all players and fans of the game, from beginners to seasoned pros. The legendary Harvey Penick, whom Sports Illustrated called the "Socrates of the golf world," began his golfing career as a caddie in Austin, Texas, at the age of eight, and over the course of nearly a century worked with an amazing array of champions. In this classic book, which is named for the red notebook he always kept, Penick's simple, direct, practical wisdom pares away the hypertechnical jargon that's grown up around the golf swing, and lets all golfers, whatever their level, play their best. This twentieth-anniversary edition features a treasure trove of rare images from the Penick family archives, commemorates Penick's lasting achievement with a moving new foreword by 2012 Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III--whose father learned the game under Penick's tutelage--and reminds golfers everywhere to "take dead aim.", play their best. He avoids negative words; when Tom Kite asked him if he should "choke down" on the club for a particular shot, Harvey told him to "grip down" instead, to keep the word "choke" from entering his mind. He advises golfers to have dinner with people who are good putters; their confidence may rub off, and it's certainly better than listening to bad putters complain. And he shows why, if you've got a bad grip, the last thing you want is a good swing. Throughout, Penick's love of golf and, more importantly, his love of teaching shine through. He gets as much pleasure from watching a beginner get the ball in the air for the first time as he does when one of his students wins the U.S. Open. Harvey Penick's Little Red Book is an instant classic, a book to rank with Ben Hogan's Modern Fundamentals of Golf and Tommy Armour's How to Play Your Best Golf All the Time.
¡Hasta pronto, capitán! (Serie ¡Gol! #Volumen 7)
by Luigi GarlandoSéptima entrega de «¡Gol!». Las aventuras de ocho niños que comparten una pasión: ¡el fútbol! Ocho niñ@s.Una pasión: el fútbol.Un sueño: ¡ser los mejores! ¡El gran sueño de Tomi se ha hecho realidad! La próxima temporada vestirá la camiseta de... ¡el Real Madrid! En la liga regional, el capitán de los Cebolletas compartirá vestuario con auténticos genios del fútbol y se enfrentará a rivales muchísimo más duros que Pedro y los Tiburones Azules... Sin embargo, antes de partir quiere disputar un partido especial con sus antiguos compañeros: ¡los Cebolletas contra sus padres!
Hat Trick: Saving The Team; Sabotage Season; Win Or Lose; Hat Trick; Shaken Up; Settle The Score (The Kicks)
by Alex MorganThe Kicks are dedicated to soccer and to friendship--but can they balance all their goals? Find out in book four in the fun and empowering New York Times bestselling middle grade series from star soccer player and Olympic gold medalist Alex Morgan.Now that playoffs are over, the Kicks won't be playing together again until the spring. But soccer-crazy Devin can't imagine a life without soccer! She and her friends decide to try out for a travel team in a very competitive local league, but not everyone makes the cut. Meanwhile, Devin's little sister, Maisie, wants to try out for her elementary school's soccer program. But due to budget cuts, the program has been eliminated! The Kicks rally together to help raise money--and volunteer to help with four different projects on the same day! Things get hectic as the girls deal with being on the competitive, tougher team; figuring out how to keep their friendships together as they all go in different directions; and trying to save the elementary school's soccer program. If they can pull off all three, it will be a true hat trick!
Hat Trick Complete Collection: Three Gay Hockey Romance Novels (Hat Trick)
by Avon Gale Piper VaughnIn the world of professional hockey, these players know how to score. But will the love they find off the ice be any match for their love for the game? Or is someone bound to lose?Off the IceTristan Holt may be at the top of his game, but hitting the books in the off-season means he&’ll have a business degree to fall back on when it&’s time to hang up his hockey skates. What seems to be a straightforward plan is complicated by his undeniable attraction to his sexy sociology professor, Sebastian Cruz.Impressed by Tristan&’s brain as well as his brawn, Sebastian can&’t help lusting after the gorgeous jock. With tenure on the line, Sebastian won&’t break the rules by becoming involved with one of his students—at least, not until the end of term. Once final grades are posted, though, their naughty mutual fantasies can become reality.Tristan&’s not sure he&’s up for being the poster boy for openly gay hockey players, but Sebastian&’s never been the type of man to keep his sexuality—or his relationships—in the closet. For Tristan, being with Sebastian might mean risking more than just his heart.Goalie InterferenceAfter a stellar season as goalie for the Atlanta Venom, Ryu Mori is expecting to hear he&’s the new starting goalie for the team when he's called into mangement's office. Instead, Emmitt Armstrong—the incredibly hot, annoyingly bratty rookie—is here to compete for his spot.Emmitt Armstrong is not about to waste the opportunity after grinding his way from the bottom to the top. If the Venom are looking for a meek, mild-mannered pushover, they&’ve got the wrong guy. Ryu doesn&’t want to admit the other goalie&’s smart mouth turns him on. Beating Armstrong at practice feels good, sure, but there are other, more fun ways to shut his rival up.In this league, it&’s winner takes all. But there&’s more to life than winning, and if Emmitt and Ryu can get past their egos and competitive natures, they might just discover they work better as partners than they ever imagined possible.Trade DeadlineDaniel &“Bellzie&” Bellamy should be on top of the world—a Stanley Cup is the perfect topper to his fourteen-year NHL career. But despite the post-win high, something&’s missing. When the chance to play for his hometown team, the Miami Thunder, comes along, he&’s open to it. And when he runs into an old friend from his past soon after he makes the move, he wonders if it might be kismet.Micah Kelly never thought he&’d reunite with his childhood crush—and first kiss—again. Danny Bellamy moved on to bigger and better things when they were teenagers, and the idea that Micah&’s relationship with the professional hockey player could be anything more than one-sided Instagram thirst seems too good to be true.As the season goes on, Micah teaches Daniel to surf, and Daniel introduces Micah to his lovable pack of rescue dogs and the world of being a hockey boyfriend. Life is good. But when things on the ice don&’t go as planned, they&’ll have to decide if their rediscovered romance is built to last.
The Hate Game: Benn, Eubank and British Boxing's Bitterest Rivalry
by Ben DirsChris Eubank, with his jodhpurs and gold-topped cane, who lisped in his posh accent about his distaste for the business of 'pugilism', could not have appeared more different from Nigel Benn, 'The Dark Destroyer', the Essex boy who had battled with his demons to reach the top of the boxing world. Their boxing style was just as contrasting, and it was inevitable that they would have to settle their differences in the ring. Their first bout for the WBO world middleweight title, in Birmingham in November 1990, was a brutal affair, widely held to be one of the all-time great contests. Eubank emerged victorious over Benn, the people's champion, and immediately fans called for a rematch. But, for three years, the two men circled each other before coming together again in front of over 40,000 fans at Old Trafford and a global TV audience estimated at 500 million. Author Ben Dirs has interviewed the key protagonists to tell a story that gripped the nation and that still resonates today, 20 years on. It is a tale that reveals the best and the worst of boxing, while rvealing the truth that lay behind the public facade.