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Books in World - Sports series

  • Wacky and Dangerous

    Alix Wood

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, )
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  • Michael Jordan

    Bill Gutman

    Library Binding (Millbrook Press, Oct. 1, 1995)
    An updated profile of the Chicago Bulls superstar recounts his remarkable basketball career, from his years at North Carolina to his amazing NBA achievements and his dramatic basketball comeback in 1995.
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  • Skiing

    Donna Bailey

    Paperback (Heinemann/Raintree, Oct. 1, 1990)
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  • Gymnastics

    Peter Tatlow

    Hardcover (Hodder Wayland, Jan. 31, 1988)
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  • Canoeing

    Donna Bailey

    Paperback (Heinemann/Raintree, March 1, 1991)
    Readers learn the fundamental skills, techniques, and safety precautions of canoeing and kayaking.
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  • Surfing: The World's Most Fantastic Surf Spots and Techniques

    Paul Mason

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, July 1, 2011)
    Where is a good spot for mountain bikers to polish their cadence? Where would a snowboarder go to find the best powder? What’s a rock climber’s ideal location for climbing big walls? Grab your passport and get ready for a trip around the world―no budget necessary! Each stop highlights a different skill essential for mastering the sport as well as information on the geography of the place. With expert advice on equipment, techniques, and safety, this set is a great way to combine sports and geography.
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  • Shaquille O'Neal,

    Bill Gutman

    Library Binding (Millbrook Press, Oct. 1, 1994)
    The inside story of a basketball center's life discusses his "army brat" childhood, basketball successes in high school, high profile at Louisiana State University, achievements on the Orlando Magic team, and naming as a starter.
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  • Winter Sports

    Isidro Sanchez, Carme Peris

    Paperback (B E S Pub Co, April 1, 1992)
    Briefly describes some of the activities which can be enjoyed in the snow, such as making a snowman, sledding, snowmobiling, and skiing.
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  • Gymnastics

    Peter Tatlow

    Library Binding (Silver Burdett Pr, April 1, 1988)
    Discusses the sport of gymnastics--its history, exercises, equipment, competitions, and famous gymnasts.
  • Steve Young:Nfl Passing Wizard

    Bill Gutman

    Library Binding (Millbrook Press, Oct. 1, 1996)
    Covers the personal life and football career of the quarterback who played at Brigham Young University and with the San Francisco 49ers and was named Most Valuable Player in Superbowl XXIX in 1995
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  • Soccer

    John Riley

    Hardcover (Silver Burdett Pr, )
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  • Judo

    E. G. Bartlett

    Library Binding (Silver Burdett Pr, Dec. 1, 1988)
    Examines the history, clothing, etiquette, training tactics, and personalities of judo
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