The First Fall Classic
Title | The First Fall Classic PDF eBook |
Author | Mike Vaccaro |
Publisher | Anchor |
Pages | 322 |
Release | 2010-09-21 |
Genre | Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | 0767929683 |
In this wonderful page-turner, veteran sports journalist Mike Vaccaro brings to life a bygone era in cinematic and intimate detail—and re-creates the magic and suspense of the world’s first classic series. Despite a major presidential election, the near-assassination of Teddy Roosevelt, and the most sensational trial of the young century, baseball dominated front-page headlines in October 1912. The Boston Red Sox and the New York Giants of that year—two of the finest ball clubs that had ever been assembled—went head-to-head in a thrilling eight-game battle that ultimately elevated the World Series from a regional October novelty to a national obsession.
Mouse's First Fall
Title | Mouse's First Fall PDF eBook |
Author | Lauren Thompson |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 32 |
Release | 2011-08-09 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1442441046 |
Lauren Thompson and Bucket Erdogan show what makes fall so much fun in Classic Board Book edition of Mouse's First Fall! One cool day Mouse and Minka venture out to play. From leaves of all colors—red, yellow, orange to brown—to leaves of all shapes and sizes—Mouse learns what makes fall such a special season! Before their fun, fall day is over, Mouse takes a big "leap!" Now featuring the newly redesigned Classic Board Book logo, this sturdy book is perfect for little ones learning about the seasons!
The First World Series and the Baseball Fanatics of 1903
Title | The First World Series and the Baseball Fanatics of 1903 PDF eBook |
Author | Roger I. Abrams |
Publisher | UPNE |
Pages | 214 |
Release | 2005-08 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 9781555536442 |
Recapturing the drama and color of this historic sporting event, Roger I. Abrams shows how the first world series (Boston Americans vs. Pittsburgh Pirates) provided a unique lens to view American life and culture at the dawn of the twentieth century. It is a fascinating story brimming with colorful, larger-than-life characters: legendary players Honus Wagner, Cy Young, Jimmy Collins, Fred Clarke, Big Bill Dineen, and Deacon Phillippe on the field; and Mike "Nuf Ced" McGreevey, "Honey Fitz" Fitzgerald, and the boisterous Boston Royal Rooters, cheering, chanting, and singing in the grandstands. This is also the story of how the post-season play gave disparate classes in society--Brahmins, industrialists, Irish politicians, Jewish immigrants--the rare opportunity to join in common support of their local teams and heroes.
Mouse's First Halloween
Title | Mouse's First Halloween PDF eBook |
Author | Lauren Thompson |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 36 |
Release | 2012-08-07 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1442457678 |
Inquisitive Mouse steps out again on a holiday. This time it's Halloween night! One spooky night when the moon was bright, Mouse crept around, and this is what he found...
Mouse's First Snow
Title | Mouse's First Snow PDF eBook |
Author | Lauren Thompson |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 34 |
Release | 2011-10-18 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1442446625 |
One cold day Mouse and Poppa venture into the clear white world. From sledding down hills, to skating across the ice, to meeting fluffy snow angels, Mouse finds that wintertime is full of surprises. And before it's time to go home, Mouse just might have time to "make" a special new friend! Available for the first time as a Classic Board Book, this seasonal story is perfect for little hands!
Mouse's First Valentine
Title | Mouse's First Valentine PDF eBook |
Author | Lauren Thompson |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 32 |
Release | 2012-12-18 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 1442457686 |
Early one morning, Mouse follows his sister around the house. She's making something special. It's red and lacy and very pretty. Snip! Snip! Snip! What will it be?
John Tortes "Chief" Meyers
Title | John Tortes "Chief" Meyers PDF eBook |
Author | William A. Young |
Publisher | McFarland |
Pages | 259 |
Release | 2014-01-10 |
Genre | Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | 0786491337 |
One of major league baseball's first Native American stars, John Tortes "Chief" Meyers (1880-1971) was the hard-hitting, award-winning catcher for John McGraw's New York Giants from 1908 to 1915 and later for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He appeared in four World Series and remains heralded for his role as the trusted battery mate of legendary pitcher Christy Mathewson. Unlike other Native American players who eschewed their tribal identities to escape prejudice, Meyers--a member of the Santa Rosa Band of the Cahuilla Tribe of California--remained proud of his heritage and became a tribal leader after his major league career. This first full biography explores John Tortes Meyers's Cahuilla roots and early life, his year at Dartmouth College, his outstanding baseball career, his life after baseball, and his remarkable legacy.