The United States men's national soccer team has a rich history dating back to the early twentieth century. The team, along with the sport, toiled in obscurity for decades but found its breakthrough moment in 1989 when the United States qualified for its first World Cup in 40 years. Since then, the team has been on an upswing, putting together many gritty performances and shocking upsets. In “A History of the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team”,...

I left to protect my heart. Instead I shattered it. Will I ever have the courage to fix it?Six long years. That's how much time has past since I ran away with my tail between my legs, cutting off all communication. And it will be even longer if I have any say over it… to bad I don't.A family emergency has me rushing home to my small town of Voyageur Bay. While risky and outside my usual and safe visiting time, I'm confident I won't run into them.T.J.,...

Presents records of amazing drivers and races in auto racing, including a short history of the sport. Who scored the most points ever in a basketball game? Which player threw a touchdown to himself? The books in our Amazing Sports Records series answer these questions and many, many more. This engaging, informative series satisfies young sports fans who can't get enough of the top records--the fastest, longest, highest, and many other bests--in their...

A mad keen angler with a distinct dislike for school, clever boy James went on to turn his passion for fish and fishing into a scientific research career. In pursuit of his research James moved to Scotland, where he was immediately captivated by the irresistible pull of the mountains. Struggling to find fulfilment in life, despite a promising career in science, James dreamt instead of working in the outdoors. Escaping to the mountains every weekend...

This ruse may cost him everything…Star Tight End in the NFL, Kaeden "HP" Archer needs another scandal like some need a hole in the head. Agent ready to drop him, just traded to the last team in the league willing to put up with him, he can see the writing on the wall. Until a chance reunion with his friend's little sister, brings more than just a gleam of hope. It's brings an insane idea.Faye Reynolds is used to being firmly in a "friend" zone for...

A champion boxer who challenged society's beliefs, Muhammad Ali is a true trailblazer. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the athlete's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Nutrition for Marathon Running describes how the running body works and explains why performance in a marathon is so highly influenced by what a runner eats and drinks. The special dietary requirements of vegetarians, females, veterans, and diabetic runners are all covered as well as information about running in hot and cold climates. By the end of the book, readers should be in no doubt just how important diet is in the training for, and running...

Dr. William Walker OAM trained in medicine in Sydney, later travelling to the UK to gain his FRACS. He worked in Newcastle, New South Wales as a Plastic Surgeon, specializing in cleft palate surgery and breast surgery. After retirement, Dr. Walker undertook charity surgery in the third world under the auspices of Rotary and other organizations. His wife, a trained nurse, accompanied him along with his assistant, Nurse Lyn Thorpe, OAM. Dr. Walker's...

The Trail Hound's Handbook aims to turn children on to nature and hiking by introducing them to the highly skilled, naturally enthusiastic trail guide that is the family dog. The book reinvents the hiking guidebook as a pet-focused, outdoor activity guide for children and their families. With a lighthearted voice and a slew of fun facts, the format provides immediate pay-off to the curious hiking novice and dog-loving kid, as well as valuable, common-sense...