The Seven Seat

The Seven Seat

Author: Daniel J. Boyne

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2019-08-23

Total Pages: 202

ISBN-13: 1493043552

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Harvard University coach and acclaimed rowing author, Dan Boyne, tells a humorous story of his first year of freshman crew, including a sub plot of personal redemption against an insufferable football player who has bullied him throughout high school. After being accepted at Trinity College in Hartford, CT, Boyne decides to take up rowing, the only sport that takes place far off campus, on the adventurous waters of The Connecticut River. There, he quickly experiences the unique rigors, rewards, and colorful personalities of the sport, not knowing that his nemesis has decided to try out for crew, at rival school Coast Guard Academy. As racing season approaches, Boyne becomes part of an exceptional freshman lightweight boat, with high hopes to win the National Championships in Philadelphia that year, but his final fears are realized when he discovers that his old high school archenemy is also doing well, and rowing in the very same position as he is—the seven seat. The authors previous book, The Red Rose Crew earned a starred Kirkus review and became a Boston Globe bestseller in 2001. , In 2008, Dan was awarded first prize in the category of biography in the Premier Book Awards for Kelly. , Motion picture rights for The Red Rose Crew have been sold, and the script is now being written.


Winning 7-Card Stud

Winning 7-Card Stud

Author: Ashley Adams

Publisher: Lyle Stuart

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9780818406355

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The most popular poker game in America is 7-Card Stud, but the simple fact is that 90 percent of those who play it lose! The difference between being a loser and a winner boils down to just one thing -- knowledge. Whether you're a sometime player looking for an edge at a Friday night get-together or you seriously want to win at poker in a casino, the insider information in this step-by-step guide can help you learn what you need to know to beat your opponents and make money. Ten years ago, author Ashley Adams successfully made the jump from casual player to winning casino 7-Stud player, winning ring games and tournaments from Connecticut to California. His proven advice can work for you, too. Book jacket.


Red Rose Crew

Red Rose Crew

Author: Daniel Boyne

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2005-10-01

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 1461748836

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In 1975, a group of amazing women rowed their way to international success and glory, battling sexual prejudice, bureaucracy, and male domination in one of the most grueling and competitive sports around. Among the members of the first international women’s crew team--and one of the first women’s teams anywhere--were Gail Pearson, the soft-spoken MIT professor who fought equally hard off the water to win the political battles neccessary for her team to succeed; lead rower Carie Graves, a statuesque bohemian from rural Wisconsin who dropped out of college and later became the most intense rower of the crew; and Lynn Stillman, a tiny sixteen-year-old coxswain from California. On hand to guide them was Harry Parker, the legendary Harvard men’s crew coach who overcame his doubts about the ability of women to withstand the rigors of hard training. From their first dramatic bid at the 1975 World Championships to their preparations for their first Olympic Games in 1976, this gripping story of bravery, determination, and indomitable spirit captures a compelling moment in the history of sports and of America.


The Ethics of Poker

The Ethics of Poker

Author: Todd M. Furman

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2017-08-14

Total Pages: 242

ISBN-13: 1476664617

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Is it morally permissible to plunder a drunken player at the poker table? In a game of bluffing, are all deceits acceptable? Is it wrong to play against a pathological gambler? Are there any real right and wrongs within poker other than violations of the rules? The first of its kind, this book explores the moral dimensions of playing poker for money in a detailed discussion of applied ethics. Topics include the moral standing of bluffing, collusion versus "soft play," the problem of players staked by backers, and "Why Kant Kan't Play Poker."


General Ticket

General Ticket

Author: Fouad Sabry

Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable

Published: 2024-09-05

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13:

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Uncover the intricacies of the "General Ticket" electoral system in this must-read addition to the "Political Science" series. This insightful book reveals how the general ticket system affects representation, party dynamics, and electoral outcomes, while also examining its role in democratic governance and electoral reform. 1-General Ticket-Understand the general ticket system, exploring its historical roots and usage. 2-Plurality Voting-See how plurality voting and the general ticket influence election results. 3-Proportional Representation-Contrast proportional representation with the general ticket and its effects on fairness. 4-Party-List Proportional Representation-Explore party-list proportional representation’s relation to the general ticket. 5-Single Transferable Vote-Assess the single transferable vote system's link to general ticket systems. 6-Single Non-Transferable Vote-Investigate single non-transferable vote impacts within the general ticket context. 7-Block Voting-Examine block voting's effects on party dominance and voter choice. 8-Closed List-Analyze the closed list system’s role in candidate selection and party control. 9-Electoral District-Learn about electoral districts and their influence on representation. 10-At-Large-Discover the at-large system's relationship with district representation and strategy. 11-Politics of British Columbia-Analyze how the general ticket works in British Columbia’s politics. 12-Issues Affecting the Single Transferable Vote-Examine challenges to the single transferable vote within general ticket systems. 13-Plural District-Study plural districts and their impact on electoral results. 14-Party-List System-Unpack the party-list system’s effects on party representation. 15-Multiple Non-Transferable Vote-Explore the general ticket system's interaction with multiple non-transferable votes. 16-Plurality Block Voting-Investigate the role of plurality block voting in electoral dynamics. 17-Lists of Electoral Districts by Nation-Compare electoral districts across different nations. 18-Electoral System-Gain a broader understanding of electoral systems in relation to the general ticket. 19-Majoritarian Representation-Explore majoritarian representation in the context of the general ticket. 20-Municipal Elections in France-Understand the general ticket's impact on local governance in France. 21-Mixed Electoral System-Delve into mixed electoral systems and how they combine with general tickets. This comprehensive guide provides professionals, students, and political enthusiasts with a deep dive into the mechanics of electoral systems.


Torque

Torque

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2007-04

Total Pages: 106

ISBN-13:

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LIGHTNING ON THE SUN

LIGHTNING ON THE SUN

Author: Robert Bingham

Publisher: Anchor

Published: 2015-07-15

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 1101971274

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From the highly acclaimed author of Pure Slaughter Value comes this latter-day literary noir about an ex-pat in Cambodia eager to get home but taking all the wrong turns. Asher went to Cambodia to get away from Julie, his Harvard grad ex-girlfriend currently tending bar in a topless joint in New York. But when his UNESCO work cleaning bat dung from Khmer statues is finished, and he decides on a dicey heroin scheme as his means to get home with plenty of money to spare, it?s Julie whose help he solicits. She agrees, but plans go dangerously awry frighteningly fast. A pulsating plot and precise literary prose make Lightning on the Sun a startlingly compelling and strangely poetic tale.