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Books in Great Moments in Sport series

  • Behind the Scenes at the Olympics

    Joanne Mattern, James Mattern

    Hardcover (Perfection Learning, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Find out how host cities are chosen; how politics, drug use, and terrorism affect the Games; and what the future holds.
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  • Masters

    Paul J. Deegan

    Library Binding (Creative Co, Oct. 1, 1992)
    Presents highlights from the professional golf tournament held each April in Augusta, Georgia.
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  • The Indianapolis 500

    Bruce Weber, Michael E. Goodman

    Library Binding (Creative Co, Sept. 1, 1989)
    Discusses the history, the cars, and the drivers of America's biggest racing event.
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  • Soccer Showdown: U.S. Women's Stunning 1999 World Cup Win

    Brandon Terrell, Eduardo Garcia

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    As Brandi Chastain set the ball down to take her final kick, millions of soccer fans held their breath. At the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup final, the United States and China had played to a 0-0 tie in overtime. With the penalty kick shoot-out tied at 4-4, Chastain's last kick sailed into China's goal and the crowd erupted with joy. Chastain's game-winning goal is one of the greatest moments in sports history. Readers will get an up-close look at the 1999 U.S. Women's Soccer team and their thrilling victory at the World Cup championship.
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  • Marie Curie Advances the Study of Radioactivity

    Rebecca Rowell

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Learn about the great scientist Marie Curie as she advanced the study of radioactivity. Youll read about her life, the science behind her studies, and the impact of her work on the world today.
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  • Showdown in Manila: Ali and Frazier's Epic Final Fight

    Matt Doeden, Eduardo Garcia

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2018)
    In 1975 two legends of boxing met in the ring for the third and final time. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier had already clashed in two previous bouts, with each claiming a victory. But in this final titanic match in Manila, The Philippines, the two men would battle for 14 grueling rounds to become the Heavyweight Champion of the world. The fighters gave everything they had to defeat one another. In the end, Ali was declared the winner, but both were ready to concede defeat. Readers will have a ringside seat to one of the most iconic moments in sports history and watch as two legendary fighters go toe-to-toe in boxing's greatest bout.
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  • Louis Pasteur Advances Microbiology

    Douglas Hustad

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Learn about the great scientist Louis Pasteur as he made advances in microbiology. Youll read about his life, the science behind his studies, and the impact of his work on the world today.
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  • A Win for Women: Billie Jean King Takes Down Bobby Riggs

    Brandon Terrell, Eduardo Garcia

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    In 1973 two of the world's most famous tennis stars took part in what became known as the "Battle of the Sexes." Bobby Riggs embraced the idea that men were superior to women in every way and claimed that he would defeat any woman on the tennis court. Meanwhile, Billie Jean King was determined to beat him. She knew she could win and prove that women were as just good as men. Readers will get a courtside seat and watch as Billie Jean King proves that women and girls everywhere deserve respect and equality at one of the most important moments in sports history.
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  • 12 Great Moments That Changed TV History

    Lori Fromowitz

    Paperback (Black Rabbit Books, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Brief two-page discussions of twelve major events in the history of television broadcasting.
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  • Isaac Newton Discovers Gravity

    Douglas Hustad

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Learn about the great scientist Isaac Newton as he discovered gravity. Youll read about his life, the science behind his studies, and the impact of his work on the world today.
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  • Charles Darwin Develops the Theory of Evolution

    Douglas Hustad

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Learn about the great scientist Charles Darwin as he developed the theory of evolution. Youll read about his life, the science behind his studies, and the impact of his work on the world today.
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  • 12 Great Moments That Changed Newspaper History

    Lori Fromowitz

    Paperback (12-Story Library, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Investigates 12 great moments in the history of newspapers. Includes amazing facts along with information about key players and innovations.
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