Tommy Kono
Tommy Kono

Author: John D. Fair

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2023-02-13

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 1476647275

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In a career spanning three decades, weightlifter Tommy Kono won three Olympic medals and eight world championships, captured 11 U.S. national and three Pan-American titles, and set 26 world records--all before the advent of steroids. A Nisei American, Kono was interned at Tule Lake, California, during World War II. Weighing only 105 pounds at age 14 and suffering from asthma, he began competing at a time of heightened racial and political prejudice against Asians, and in an era predating modern coaching techniques, nutritional aids and training facilities. This definitive biography covers the life and career of an exceptional athlete who defied disadvantage and achieved international renown.

Making It in America
Making It in America

Author: Elliott Robert Barkan

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2001-05-01

Total Pages: 486

ISBN-13: 157607529X

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This collection of over 400 biographies of eminent ethnic Americans celebrates a wide array of inspiring individuals and their contributions to U.S. history. The stories of these 400 eminent ethnic Americans are a testimony to the enduring power of the American dream. These men and women, from 90 different ethnic groups, certainly faced unequal access to opportunities. Yet they all became renowned artists, writers, political and religious leaders, scientists, and athletes. Kahlil Gibran, Daniel Inouye, Zbigniew Brzezinski, Thurgood Marshall, Madeleine Albright, and many others are living proof that the land of opportunity sometimes lives up to its name. Alongside these success stories, as historian Elliot R. Barkan notes in his introduction to this volume, there have been many failures and many immigrants who did not stay in the United States. Nevertheless, the stories of these trailblazers, visionaries, and champions portray the breadth of possibilities, from organizing a nascent community to winning the Nobel prize. They also provide irrefutable evidence that no single generation and no single cultural heritage can claim credit for what America is.

Distinguished Asian Americans
Distinguished Asian Americans

Author: Chung H. Chuong

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 1999-12-30

Total Pages: 449

ISBN-13: 0313000409

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Asian Americans have made significant contributions to American society. This reference work celebrates the contributions of 166 distinguished Asian Americans. Most people profiled are not featured in any other biographical collection of noted Asian Americans. The Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, Filipino Americans, Korean Americans, South Asian Americans (from India and Pakistan), and Southeast Asian Americans (from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam) profiled in this work represent more than 75 fields of endeavor. From historical figures to figure skater Michelle Kwan, this work features both prominent and less familiar individuals who have made significant contributions in their fields. A number of the contemporary subjects have given exclusive interviews for this work. All biographies have been written by experts in their ethnic fields. Those profiled range widely from distinguished scientists and Nobel Prize winners to sports stars, from actors to activists, from politicians to business leaders, from artists to literary luminaries. All are role models for young men and women, and many have overcome difficult odds to succeed. These colorfully written, substantive biographies detail their subjects' goals, struggles, and commitments to success and to their ethnic communities. More than 40 portraits accompany the biographies and each biography concludes with a list of suggested reading for further research. Appendices organizing the biographies by ethnic group and profession make searching easy. This is the most current biographical dictionary on Asian Americans and is ideal for student research.

Tommy Kono
Tommy Kono

Author: John D. Fair

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2023-02-23

Total Pages: 285

ISBN-13: 147668958X

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In a career spanning three decades, weightlifter Tommy Kono won three Olympic medals and eight world championships, captured 11 U.S. national and three Pan-American titles, and set 26 world records--all before the advent of steroids. A Nisei American, Kono was interned at Tule Lake, California, during World War II. Weighing only 105 pounds at age 14 and suffering from asthma, he began competing at a time of heightened racial and political prejudice against Asians, and in an era predating modern coaching techniques, nutritional aids and training facilities. This definitive biography covers the life and career of an exceptional athlete who defied disadvantage and achieved international renown.

The Asian-American Almanac
The Asian-American Almanac

Author: Susan B. Gall

Publisher: Gale Cengage

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 870

ISBN-13:

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A detailed look inside the community of the fastest growing minority group in the United States.

Yankee Dawg You Die
Yankee Dawg You Die

Author: Philip Kan Gotanda

Publisher: Dramatists Play Service Inc

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9780822212836

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THE STORY: Bradley Yamashita is one of the new breed of Asian-American actors. Highly political and outspoken, he will only take on acting roles that are dignified and unstereotypic. He has recently starred in a small independent film that is the d

Functional Isometric Contraction
Functional Isometric Contraction

Author: Bob Hoffman

Publisher:

Published: 2012-09-04

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 9781479250042

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Find more similar books at www.StrongmanBooks.com Bob Hoffman was probably the man most responsible for bringing weightlifting to the masses with his York Barbell Company. In this book, Functional Isometric Contraction, you'll learn all about using isometrics, York style, to become super strong. This is probably the most in-depth book on isometric training you'll ever read. There are exercises with and without a power rack, for weight lifters, women and athletes of all types. There are several complete programs to work from. If you want to become super strong you need to be doing isometrics. If you want to do isometrics you need this book. Chapters include: - A New Method of Building Super Strength - The Development of the Theory and the Proper Application Of Functional Isometric Contraction - Proving the Value of Functional Isometric Contraction - A Superior Method of Strength and Muscle Building - One Minute a Day, The Functional Isometric Contraction Way - What Is Functional Isometric Contraction? - A Unique and Result-Producing System of Training Without A Super Power Rack - Simple Training Devices You Can Use - The Training Course Louis Riecke Practiced - The Measurement of Progress - Strength Is Most Important - Much Research and Experimentation Required To Develop Functional Isometric Contraction - Important Facts About Functional Isometric Contraction Training - Don't Overwork - The Russians and Functional Isometric Contraction - Functional Isometric Contraction Success - More Facts About Functional Isometric Contraction - Functional Isometric Contraction Is Good For The Ladies Too - Strong, Attractive, Healthy Women - Functional Isometric Contraction, Advance Course - Muscle Contraction With Movement - The Accessories of the Super Power Rack - Making the Most From Your Training with the Hoffman Isometric-Isotonic Super Power Rack - Rules For Your Success - Additional Exercise Which Can Be Practiced On Hoffman Isometric-Isotonic Super Power Rack - Exercises Which Can Be Practiced With The Bench - Additional Exercises - Variety Is the Spice of Life - Exercises for the Injured or the Handicapped - Many People Have Been Almost Doing It - Improving Your Performance In Your Favorite Sport - Functional Isometric Contraction Training for Teams - Better Athletic Training the Functional Isometric Contraction Way - Training of Individual Athletes The Functional Isometric Contraction Way - Improving Track and Field Performance The Functional Isometric Contraction Way - Muscle Contraction with Measured Movement - A Successful Coach