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This story describes USAC sprint car racing in the early 1960s and a driver named Stan Bowman. It captures Bowman's win at the first USAC sprint car race at Eldora Speedway in 1962. Bowman also captured the attention of Clint Brawner, the legendary Indianapolis 500 mechanic of that era. The story is told through the eyes of Diane Beck Lane, who was daughter of Harold Beck, the owner of Bowman's race car at Eldora in 1962.

In LaMarcus Aldridge: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Dominant Power Forwards, you will learn the inspirational story of one of basketball's premier power forwards, LaMarcus Aldridge. Since joining the NBA, LaMarcus Aldridge has demanded respect from defenses across the league for his ability to stretch the floor and score efficiently as a big man. While he started his career with the Portland Trailblazers, he signed as a free agent with the San Antonio Spurs as arguably the most coveted free agent of 2015.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of boxing superstar Timothy Bradley. If you're reading this, then you must be a fan of Timothy Bradley, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Timothy is considered as one of the greatest boxers of our time, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him fight throughout his career.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Derrick Rose. If you're reading this, then you must be a Derrick Rose fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Derrick Rose is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his career.

Derrick Rose is one of the best basketball players on the planet. Most people know that he is a dominating guard on the Chicago Bulls out of the University of Memphis but, in order to truly understand Derrick Rose, you must first understand where he came from. Derrick Rose: An Unauthorized Biography explores Rose's upbringing, his high school and college basketball careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through his 2012 playoff injury against Philadelphia.

Tom Callahan has written the seminal book on golfing great Tiger Woods. Callahan, commonly regarded as one of the best all-round sports writers in the country, has followed Tiger around the world of golf for more than seven years, enjoying a certain access to the man and his family. He even went so far as to travel to Vietnam to learn the fate of the South Vietnamese soldier who was Earl Wood's best friend during the war - and his son's namesake.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of UFC superstar Junior dos Santos. If you're reading this, then you must be a Junior dos Santos fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Junior is considered to be one of the greatest UFC heavyweights in the world, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him fight throughout his young career. This audiobook will reveal to you much about Junior's story and his many accomplishments.

Eddie Robinson's career lasted 65 years and spanned the era before and during World War II, integration, the organization of the players union, expansion, use of artificial turf, free agency, labor stoppages, and even the steroid era. He was a Minor League player, a Major League player, a coach, a farm director, a general manager, a scout, and a consultant.

Learn the incredible story of New York Knick Carmelo Anthony! In Carmelo Anthony: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Most Versatile Scorers, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Carmelo Anthony. Carmelo Anthony has played in the limelight since being drafted third overall in the 2003 NBA Draft behind LeBron James and Darko Milicic.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of baseball superstar Yasiel Puig. If you're reading this, you must be a Yasiel Puig fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Yasiel Puig is considered one of the greatest young players of his generation, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career. This book will reveal much about Yasiel's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career.

Learn the incredible story of Cleveland Cavalier Kevin Love! Read on your PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet, or Kindle device!In Kevin Love: The Inspiring Story of One of Basketball's Dominant Power Forwards, you'll read about the inspirational story of basketball's star, Kevin Love.

You're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of baseball superstar Manny Machado. If you're reading this, you must be a Manny Machado fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Manny Machado is considered one of the greatest third basemen of his generation, and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career.

It's been said that Eli Manning is one of the most overanalyzed, discussed, dissected, and criticized quarterbacks New York has ever had. But, in order to truly understand Eli Manning, you must first understand where he came from. Eli Manning: An Unauthorized Biography explores Manning's upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL - all the way through his second Super Bowl win against the New England Patriots.

In an era of discrimination, Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" Robinson broke Major League Baseball's race barrier. Before Robinson took his place at first base, the majors discriminated against African-American athletes, denying them a chance to compete. Despite facing harassment from fans and other players, Robinson stayed focused on the game, becoming the MLB Rookie of the Year in 1947 and later a baseball legend. This biography follows Robinson's time on semi-pro teams, his days in the US military, and his history-making experience with the Brooklyn Dodgers. 

Hall-of-famer Elgin Baylor was one of basketball’s all-time-greatest players - an innovative athlete, team player, and quiet force for change. One of the first professional African-American players, he inspired others on and off the court. But when traveling for away games, many hotels and restaurants turned Elgin away because he was Black. One night, Elgin had enough and staged a one-man protest that captured the attention of the press, the public, and the NBA.

Adapted for young listeners! Join two-time Women's World Cup champion, Olympic gold medalist, and trailblazing activist Megan Rapinoe in the fight for equality and justice in this middle-grade adaptation of her New York Times best-selling memoir, One Life.

Keanon Lowe was working as an offensive analyst for the San Francisco 49ers when his childhood friend and former high school teammate suddenly died from an opioid overdose. Keanon dropped everything–including the plum NFL job he had been working towards since childhood–leading him to a position as football coach at a struggling high school back in his hometown. At the time, Parkrose High School was in the middle of a 23-game losing streak–they were the ultimate underdogs.

Da quando Leo Messi è arrivato al Barcellona, all'età di tredici anni, la sua dimensione calcistica è cresciuta a tal punto da farlo diventare il miglior giocatore di tutti i tempi, il primo ad avere vinto per sei volte il Pallone d'Oro, il massimo riconoscimento per un calciatore. Tutti i bambini e le bambine vogliono essere Messi, la sua maglia è la più venduta e i video dei suoi gol e delle sue azioni sono i più visti su YouTube. Leo Messi ha reso felici spesso gli appassionati del gioco più bello del mondo.

This graphic biography tells listeners the moments that have defined Colin Kaepernick’s life as a quarterback and an activist. His talent and determination made him a college football success and brought him to the National Football League. As a quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, he led his team to multiple playoffs and even competed in the Super Bowl. When outrage over violence against African Americans became a national movement, Kaepernick joined the protests. His decision cost him his career in football, but he gained a voice heard worldwide.