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Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic : Reggie, Rollie, Catfish, and Charlie Finley's Swingin' A's (9781328570079)

"An exciting and engrossing book with stories that are worth telling. This work will engage fans of Charlie O. Finley and the Oakland Athletics, along with anyone captivated by baseball history." -- Library Journal, starred review The Oakland A's of the early 1970s: Never before had an entire organization so collectively traumatized baseball's establishment with its outlandish behavior and business decisions. The high drama that played out on the field--five straight division titles and three straight championships--was exceeded only by the drama in the clubhouse and front office. Under the visionary leadership of owner Charles O. Finley, the team assembled such luminary figures as Reggie Jackson, Catfish Hunter, Rollie Fingers, and Vida Blue, and with garish uniforms and revolutionary facial hair, knocked baseball into the modern age. Finley's insatiable need for control--he was his own general manager and dictated everything from the ballpark organist's ...

It Had To Be You: Volume 5 : A Couple's Journal to Fill with Words of Love (9781631064517)

Chronicle your journey together with this romantic and inspiring hardcover journal for couples-gorgeously designed, inside and out, and finished with gold foil lettering on its cover. With space for both you and your partner to write, this forever keepsake offers a unique opportunity for each of you to remember where you came from, where you are today, and where you want to be tomorrow. There are countless reasons why it had to be your partner, from your childhood dreams about the person you'd be with one day to all the twists and turns that brought you together. Incalculable forces brought you together, and now, nothing can keep you apart. Explore and celebrate your love, as you write about each other and your shared experiences. This beautiful journal features prompted sections that allow you to write down the story of your romance, creating a priceless memento to hand down to your children, grandchildren, or loved ones. Within the pages, each of you is represented by a heart sym...

Leviathan Falls : Book 9 of the Expanse (now a Prime Original series) (9780356510385)

The biggest SF series of the decade comes to an incredible conclusion in the ninth and final novel in James S. A. Corey's Hugo Award-winning Expanse series. NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES FROM AMAZON PRIME HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST SERIES 'Interplanetary adventure the way it ought to be written' George R. R. Martin The Expanse series: Leviathan Wakes Caliban's War Abaddon's Gate Cibola Burn Nemesis Games Babylon's Ashes Persepolis Rising Tiamat's Wrath Leviathan Falls Praise for the Expanse: 'The science fictional equivalent of A Song of Ice and Fire' NPR Books 'As close as you'll get to a Hollywood blockbuster in book form' io9.com 'Great characters, excellent dialogue, memorable fights' wired.com 'High adventure equalling the best space opera has to offer, cutting-edge technology and a group of unforgettable characters . . . Perhaps one of the best tales the genre has yet to produce' Library Journal ...

The Easy Way for Women to Lose Weight (9781785993039)

Easyway for Women to Lose Weight Product details Format Paperback | 256 pages Dimensions 148 x 210 x 19mm | 298g Publication date 15 Jan 2017 Publisher ...

Mere Christianity (9780007461219)

One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, 'Mere Christianity' has sold millions of copies worldwide. The book brings together C.S. Lewis's legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out simply to 'explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all Christians at all times'. Rejecting the boundaries that divide Christianity's many denominations, 'Mere Christianity' provides an unequalled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to absorb a powerful, rational case for the Christian faith. Product details Format Paperback | 256 pages Dimension...

Screw It, Let's Do It : Lessons In Life (0753510995)

Throughout my life I have achieved many remarkable things. In Screw It, Let's Do It, I will share with you my ideas and the secrets of my success, but not simply because I hope they'll help you achieve your individual goals. Today we are increasingly aware of the effects of our actions on the environment, and I strongly believe that we each have a responsibility, as individuals and organisations, to do no harm. I will draw on Gaia Capitalism to explain why we need to take stock of how we may be damaging the environment, and why it is up to big companies like Virgin to lead the way in a more holistic approach to business. In Screw It, Let's Do It I'll be looking forwards to the future. A lot has changed since I founded Virgin in 1968, and I'll explain how I intend to take my business and my ideas to the next level and the new and exciting areas - such as launching Virgin Fuels - into which Virgin is currently moving. But I have also brought together all the im...

Erotic Manga : Draw Like The Experts (0060893222)

This is the most complete how-to-draw book available on erotic manga - from a world renowned illustration studio. It is an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide to creating your own erotic manga characters. Create your own manga fantasy step-by-step! With it's adult-orientated themes, "Erotic Manga" - known as Hentai or H-Manga - fascinates grown-up fans of Japanese comics as well as afficiandos of adult art. This comprehensive guide takes the "How to Draw Manga" series to the next level, teaching artists of all levels, from beginner to advanced, the basics of creating charaters from shonen and softcore hentai comics. It includes an easy step-by-step tutorial for progressing, from black-and-white sketch to final colour piece, accompanied by practical suggestions, hints and tips. Product details Format ...