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Author: Sports Illustrated
Publisher: Turtleback
Published: 2001-01
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9780613500845
DOWNLOAD EBOOKProviding a complete review of the year in sports, this authoritative reference provides statistical reports, photographs, histories, previews, and special features on the world's major sports
Author: John Wright
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2006-05-23
Total Pages: 2789
ISBN-13: 1135455856
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe New York Times Almanac 2002 is the almanac of record. Drawing on the resources of the world's premier news organization. it provides readers with a wealth of data about the United States and the wort n a readable and more easily accessible form than other fad finders. Un-rivaled in scope and unsurpassed in comprehensiveness. The New York Times Almanac pays careful attention to significant issues. topics. and developments of the day and sets them in historical context. It gives the stories-and the stories behind the stories. The New York Times Almanac is the first choice for students. journalists, and researchers-for anyone who needs timely. accurate information about the United States and other nations around the globe. The New York Times Almanac 2002 includes: The first results of the 2000 Census; Comprehensive coverage of all the states and every nation in the world; World Series results and the most comprehensive sports section of any almanac; Notable obituaries from the worlds of politics. entertainment. and science; More information about the Internet. the worldwide AIDS epidemic. and world population than any other almanac; The most complete coverage of environmental issues. the economy, and the workings of the federal government; All major Academy Award winners since 1928 and the names of all Nobel Laureates and why they won and much, much more.
Author: Information Please
Publisher: Hyperion
Published: 2001-12-05
Total Pages: 964
ISBN-13: 9780786885343
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe latest edition of the smartest, most authoritative and bestselling sports almanac in America. Whether they're looking for new world records, updating their trivia knowledge, or curious about the most intriguing sports stories of the past year, sports enthusiasts of all kinds will welcome the latest edition of this incredibly popular almanac, which netted more than 100,000 in sales last year alone. ESPN fans will find many of the network's features here as well as: --In-depth statistics from ESPN's award-winning "Inside the Numbers" team. --"SportsCenter's" Top Ten highlights of each sport. --Exclusive essays and analysis from your favorite ESPN personalities, including Chris Berman, Dan Patrick, Kenny Mayne, and more. --Rule and uniform changes. --Hundreds of photographs. --Thousands of graphics and tables. --Fast access to all the facts: world records, champions, year by year, sport by sport. --Full recap of the World Series, Women's World Cup, and Ryder Cup. The ultimate resource for sports professionals and fans everywhere, the ESPN Information Please(R) Sports Almanac is clearly the winner in its field.
Author: Editors of Sports Illustrated
Publisher: Sports Illustrated
Published: 2002-11-27
Total Pages: 852
ISBN-13: 9781929049554
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFeatures essays, player profiles, and statistics for the 2002 sports year, covering football, baseball, hockey, tennis, boxing, and other sports; and includes coverage of the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympic Games, and month-by-month event listings for 2003.
Author: Editors of Sports Illustrated
Publisher: Sports Illustrated
Published: 2003-11-01
Total Pages: 978
ISBN-13: 9781931933797
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPresents articles and statistics on the 2005 sports year, covering football, baseball, hockey, tennis, golf, and other sports, and includes sections on sports markets and awards, obituaries, and a calendar of 2006 events.
Author: Editors of Sports Illustrated
Publisher: Sports Illustrated
Published: 2001-11-14
Total Pages: 856
ISBN-13: 9781929049486
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFeatures essays, player profiles, and statistics for the 1998 sports year, covering football, baseball, hockey, tennis, boxing, and other sports; and includes month-by-month event listings for 1999.
Author: Editors of Sports Illustrated
Publisher: Sports Illustrated
Published: 2004-11-23
Total Pages: 900
ISBN-13: 9781932273342
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAmerica's No. 1 sports almanac since its introduction 14 years ago, the Sports Illustrated Almanac has got 2004 covered, from football to fencing, hockey to handball, and everything in between. Spanning 896 pages, the Sports IllustratedAlmanac features essays by top Sports Illustrated writers, all-time stats and records, and ticketing and venue information for pro baseball, basketball, football and hockey. Now during Sports Illustrated 50th Anniversary, the Sports Illustrated Almanac will release this special edition. The Sports Illustrated Almanac 2005 is the ultimate guide to the year in sports.
Author: Editors of Sports Illustrated
Publisher: Sports Illustrated
Published: 2005-12-06
Total Pages: 868
ISBN-13: 9781932994759
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAmericas No. 1 sports almanac since its introduction 15 years ago, the Sports Illustrated Almanac has got 2005 covered, from football to fencing, hockey to handball, and everything in between. Spanning 896 pages, the Sports Illustrated Almanac features essays by top Sports Illustrated writers, all-time stats and records, and ticketing and venue information for pro baseball, basketball, football and hockey. The Sports Illustrated Almanac 2006 is the ultimate guide to the year in sports. Americas #1 sports almanac since 1991. The ultimate argument-ender and guide to the year in sports. Packed with comprehensive statistics, colorful essays, humorous anecdotes from every major sport and dozens of minor ones. Includes the 2005 World Series results as well as a full round-up of all major sports. New special Trivia Guide included- A great way to test your sports knowledge.
Author: Jo Bell Whitlatch
Publisher: American Library Association
Published: 2014-08-06
Total Pages: 334
ISBN-13: 083891232X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIdeal for public, school, and academic libraries looking to freshen up their reference collection, as well as for LIS students and instructors conducting research, this resource collects the cream of the crop sources of general reference and library science information. Encompassing internet resources, digital image collections, and print resources, it includes the full section on LIS Resources from the Guide to Reference database, which was voted a #1 Best Professional Resource Database by Library Journal readers. Organized by topic and thoroughly indexed, this guide makes it a snap to find the right sources. It offers an appealing introduction to reference work and resources for LIS students and also serves as an affordable course book to complement online Guide to Reference access.
Author: David L. Porter
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2013-07-30
Total Pages: 303
ISBN-13: 1476602476
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book profiles 24 athletes who overcame seemingly insurmountable medical odds to attain athletic success. Each profile describes the athlete's problem, the medical issues he or she faced, how success was achieved despite the setback, and the personal qualities that helped the athlete to prevail. Part I features 15 athletes who dealt with diseases and physical disabilities, including Babe Didrikson Zaharias (cancer), Ron Santo (diabetes), Gail Devers (Graves' disease), Alonzo Mourning (kidney disease), Wilma Rudolph (polio), Scott Hamilton (a pancreatic disorder in childhood) and Jimmy Abbott (born with one hand). Part II highlights nine athletes who dealt with near-fatal or life-changing accidents and injuries, including Bill Toomey, Three-Finger Brown, Greg LeMond, Lou Brissie and Tommy John.
