Take Me Out to the Cubs Game
Take Me Out to the Cubs Game

Author: John C. Skipper

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2010-06-21

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780786462629

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"There's too much nature in that ballpark"--Harry Chiti And make no mistake, whether it's the wind full-tilt off Lake Michigan, an early-season snowstorm at Waveland and Sheffield, or spring ivy hiding the batted balls of the visiting nine, nature seems to have Wrigley Field and the Cubbies under its thumb. In this book, John Skipper talks with 35 former Chicago Cubs who relive their ball-playing days and speculate on the eternally middling and undeniably popular Northsiders. This troop of now-grizzled bears, including Claude Passeau, Hank Wyse, Alvin Dark, Don Kessinger, Joe Niekro, Pete LaCock, and slugger Hank Sauer, hold forth on the front office moves, gruelling day-game scheduling and sometimes agonizing play of one of baseball's oldest, unluckiest and yet most revered franchises.

The Mysteries of Pittsburgh
The Mysteries of Pittsburgh

Author: Michael Chabon

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2011-12-20

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 1453234098

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The Pulitzer Prize–winning author’s “astonishing” debut novel, about a son’s struggle to find his own identity and integrity (The New York Times). Michael Chabon, author of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, Moonglow, and The Yiddish Policeman’s Union, is one of the most acclaimed talents in contemporary fiction. The Mysteries of Pittsburgh, published when Chabon was just twenty-five, is the beautifully crafted debut that propelled him into the literary stratosphere. Art Bechstein may be too young to know what he wants to do with his life, but he knows what he doesn’t want: the life of his father, a man who laundered money for the mob. He spends the summer after graduation finding his own way, experimenting with a group of brilliant and seductive new friends: erudite Arthur Lecomte, who opens up new horizons for Art; mercurial Phlox, who confounds him at every turn; and Cleveland, a poetry-reciting biker who pulls him inevitably back into his father’s mobbed-up world. A New York Times bestseller, The Mysteries of Pittsburgh was called “astonishing” by Alice McDermott, and heralded the arrival of one of our era’s great voices. This ebook features a biography of the author.

The S
The S

Author: Ralph W. Will Jr.

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2013-12

Total Pages: 119

ISBN-13: 1491712821

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Now in his eighties, author Ralph W. Will Jr. takes a look back at his long, eventful life. In The S, he shares the details of his experiences to help others understand the value of families and the importance of treating them with understanding, love, and respect. In this memoir, starting with his birth in 1929 in Pennsylvania, Will hits the highlights of his life being raised on his grandparents' farm; working in a coal mine at age thirteen; dropping out of college and entering the army; operating his father's appliance store; meeting his future wife, Barbara, in 1954 and marrying her in 1955; earning a college degree; being employed in a variety of jobs; raising a family; retiring in 1992; and dealing with the death of his wife in 2012. A story of a life well lived, The S narrates Will's journey the ups and downs, the successes and challenges and shows how he was able to overcome hurdles to achieve his goals.

Six Angry Girls
Six Angry Girls

Author: Adrienne Kisner

Publisher: Feiwel & Friends

Published: 2020-08-18

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1250253438

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Adrienne Kisner's Six Angry Girls is a story of mock trial, feminism, and the inherent power found in a pair of knitting needles. Raina Petree is crushing her senior year, until her boyfriend dumps her, the drama club (basically) dumps her, the college of her dreams slips away, and her arch-nemesis triumphs. Things aren’t much better for Millie Goodwin. Her father treats her like a servant, and the all-boy Mock Trial team votes her out, even after she spent the last three years helping to build its success. But then, an advice columnist unexpectedly helps Raina find new purpose in a pair of knitting needles and a politically active local yarn store. This leads to an unlikely meeting in the girls’ bathroom, where Raina inspires Millie to start a rival team. The two join together and recruit four other angry girls to not only take on Mock Trial, but to smash the patriarchy in the process.

The Battle that Forged Modern Baseball
The Battle that Forged Modern Baseball

Author: Daniel R. Levitt

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 1566638690

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Chronicles the 1913-1915 battle between baseball's newly-formed Federal League versus the established National and American leagues, and discusses the short- and long-term impact on the game.

Healing in His Presence
Healing in His Presence

Author: Joan Gieson

Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers

Published: 2017-09-19

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 0768414156

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Read the Untold Secrets of Kathryn Kuhlmans Healing Ministry and Walk with God from a Behind-the-Scenes EYE-WITNESS! Joan Gieson received a miraculous healing under the ministry of evangelist Kathryn Kuhlman, one of the most intriguing Christian personalities of the twentieth century. Joan went onto work with Kuhlmans ministry, receiving exclusive glimpses into her private walk with the Holy Spirit. Now, Joan wants to share those with you! We are in a season of transferring mantles. The power that was carried by a few in one era is being poured out upon the masses in our day! To flow in Gods miraculous power, like Kuhlman and Gieson, its not about repeating some principle; its about experiencing the Masters Presence! Through incredible stories, miraculous testimonies and transferable teaching, you will discover: The power link between releasing the miraculous and friendship with the Holy Spirit. The importance of atmosphere: creating space for Gods anointing to flow freely. The supernatural connection between compassion and signs and wonders. The miracle-working impartation that is available for all believers to receive and walk in! More than a collection of miracle stories and testimonies, you will discover secrets to Kuhlmans supernatural ministry and learn how to flow in that same anointing. Joan Gieson received exclusive access to one of the greatest healing ministers of all timeKathryn Kuhlman. Now, she wants to share what she saw and what she learned with you!

Dream Real
Dream Real

Author: Eugene Napoleon

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2006-09

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 0595404065

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"Dream Real offers critical, insider knowledge for teens serious about making it to the professional sports level. The book also explores Napoleon's personal trials and tribulations as an African-American youngster from a single-parent home in one of the country's toughest projects. Determined not to become another statistic, Napoleon went on to play professional football, won Teacher of the Year honors, and is now one of the country's top sports agents."--Page 4 of cover

Forever . . . Johnny and Me
Forever . . . Johnny and Me

Author: Christina Jantz

Publisher: Balboa Press

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1982218339

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Johnny. When I speak the name out loud I feel his arms around me. I feel him holding me in that last embrace in the park in Kansas. I stand with tears on my face, he with tears in his eyes. I can feel his hand softly brush away my tears. I see his encouraging smile, urging me to smile too. We continue to walk to the corner where he’ll leave me to walk on alone to the bus station and the bus which will take him out of my life. He reassures me that soon, we’ll be together again. It wasn’t supposed to end like that. Some people get a second chance at happiness.

Carnegie's Maid
Carnegie's Maid

Author: Marie Benedict

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2018-01-16

Total Pages: 298

ISBN-13: 1492646628

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The USA Today Bestseller From the bestselling author of The Only Woman in the Room comes a mesmerizing tale of historical fiction that asks what kind of woman could have inspired an American dynasty. Clara Kelley is not who they think she is. She's not the experienced Irish maid who was hired to work in one of Pittsburgh's grandest households. She's a poor farmer's daughter with nowhere to go and nothing in her pockets. But the woman who shares her name has vanished, and assuming her identity just might get Clara some money to send back home. Clara must rely on resolve as strong as the steel Pittsburgh is becoming famous for and an uncanny understanding of business, attributes that quickly gain her Carnegie's trust. But she still can't let her guard down, not even when Andrew becomes something more than an employer. Revealing her past might ruin her future—and her family's. With captivating insight and heart, Carnegie's Maid is a book of fascinating 19th century historical fiction. Discover the story of one brilliant woman who may have spurred Andrew Carnegie's transformation from ruthless industrialist to the world's first true philanthropist. Other Bestselling Historical Fiction from Marie Benedict: The Mystery of Mrs. Christie Lady Clementine The Only Woman in the Room The Other Einstein

Taking Flight
Taking Flight

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Publisher: Trafford Publishing

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 558

ISBN-13: 1553696840

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Lung transplant is a life-changing surgery that extends and enhances life due to organ donation. Recipients of lung transplant share their stories of success.