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Nolan

The Singular Life of an American Original

by Tim Brown ...

Narrated by Jim Seybert ...

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11 hours 29 min

The definitive biography of Nolan Ryan, arguably the greatest pitcher in the history of baseball, from New York Times bestselling sportswriter Tim Brown.Nolan Ryan was the hero to two of America’s biggest institutions: Texas and baseball. Nolan is an exploration of God, family, baseball, and America—and a tribute to one of the greatest pitchers to ever step on the mound. He grew up in the small, ... Read more

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The definitive biography of Nolan Ryan, arguably the greatest pitcher in the history of baseball, from New York Times bestselling sportswriter Tim Brown.Nolan Ryan was the hero to two of America’s biggest institutions: Texas and baseball. Nolan is an exploration of God, family, baseball, and America—and a tribute to one of the greatest pitchers to ever step on the mound. He grew up in the small,
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The Golden Boy of Crime

The Almost Certainly True Story of Norman "Red" Ryan

by Jim Brown ...

Praise for Canada’s Most Overrated Bank Robber“Standing at the foot of the scantling . . . was athick, freckle-faced man whose prison cap could not hide his flaming head. Itwas ‘Red’ Ryan.” —Ernest Hemingway“A malicious little bastard.” —Ryan’s childhoodfriend“Norman Ryan is a vicious, dangerous and resourcefulthief.” —Toronto police chief S. J. Dickson“Ryan is well liked in Kingston prison. A ... Read more

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Praise for Canada’s Most Overrated Bank Robber“Standing at the foot of the scantling . . . was athick, freckle-faced man whose prison cap could not hide his flaming head. Itwas ‘Red’ Ryan.” —Ernest Hemingway“A malicious little bastard.” —Ryan’s childhoodfriend“Norman Ryan is a vicious, dangerous and resourcefulthief.” —Toronto police chief S. J. Dickson“Ryan is well liked in Kingston prison. A
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Imperfect: An Improbable Life

An Improbable Life

by Tim Brown, Jim Abbott ...

On an overcast September day in 1993, Jim Abbott took the mound at Yankee Stadium and threw one of the most dramatic no-hitters in major-league history. The game was the crowning achievement in an unlikely success story, unseen in the annals of professional sports. In Imperfect, the one-time big league ace retraces his remarkable journey.Born without a right hand, Jim Abbott as a boy dreamed of ... Read more

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On an overcast September day in 1993, Jim Abbott took the mound at Yankee Stadium and threw one of the most dramatic no-hitters in major-league history. The game was the crowning achievement in an unlikely success story, unseen in the annals of professional sports. In Imperfect, the one-time big league ace retraces his remarkable journey.Born without a right hand, Jim Abbott as a boy dreamed of
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24/7

Reality TV. With a Killer Twist . . .

by Jim Brown ...

What if, your survival was decided by online voting? On a small Caribbean island Dana Kirsten joins the newest reality TV show: 24/7. For Dana, winning the $2 million prize could mean saving her child’s life. But with the country watching her every move, Dana is unknowingly entering a fight for her life – and a conflict that will shake the world . . . Fifteen minutes into the first live broadcast, ... Read more

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What if, your survival was decided by online voting? On a small Caribbean island Dana Kirsten joins the newest reality TV show: 24/7. For Dana, winning the $2 million prize could mean saving her child’s life. But with the country watching her every move, Dana is unknowingly entering a fight for her life – and a conflict that will shake the world . . . Fifteen minutes into the first live broadcast,
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The Imperfect Board Member

Discovering the Seven Disciplines of Governance Excellence

by Jim Brown ...

Series Book 14 - Jossey-Bass Leadership Series
Praise for The Imperfect Board Member"Finally! A book about boards that isn't boring!"--Patrick Lencioni, author, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team"Everyone wins with good governance--countries, corporations, and community groups. In a compelling style like no one before him, Jim Brown helps leaders understand the keys for boardroom excellence. The Imperfect Board Member ought to be required reading ... Read more

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Praise for The Imperfect Board Member"Finally! A book about boards that isn't boring!"--Patrick Lencioni, author, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team"Everyone wins with good governance--countries, corporations, and community groups. In a compelling style like no one before him, Jim Brown helps leaders understand the keys for boardroom excellence. The Imperfect Board Member ought to be required reading
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The Imperfect CEO

Making the Climb to Organizational Health

by Jim Brown ...

USA Today BestsellerA compelling story that provides leaders with a practical framework to deepen their understanding of effective leadership and strengthen their company’s organizational healthIn today’s rapidly changing workplace, the old leadership playbook no longer works. Command-and-control has given way to collaboration and connection. Leaders are expected not just to direct—but to ... Read more

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USA Today BestsellerA compelling story that provides leaders with a practical framework to deepen their understanding of effective leadership and strengthen their company’s organizational healthIn today’s rapidly changing workplace, the old leadership playbook no longer works. Command-and-control has given way to collaboration and connection. Leaders are expected not just to direct—but to
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Leveling the Playing Field

The Story of the Syracuse 8

by David Marc ...

Series series Sports and Entertainment
Leveling the Playing Field tells the story of the African American members of the 1969–70 Syracuse University football team who petitioned for racial equality on their team. The petition had four demands: access to the same academic tutoring made available to their white teammates; better medical care for all team members; starting assignments based on merit rather than race; and a discernible ... Read more

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Leveling the Playing Field tells the story of the African American members of the 1969–70 Syracuse University football team who petitioned for racial equality on their team. The petition had four demands: access to the same academic tutoring made available to their white teammates; better medical care for all team members; starting assignments based on merit rather than race; and a discernible
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The Case for the Cruising Trimaran

by Jim Brown ...

Multihull pioneer Jim Brown makes the case for cruising trimarans -- as opposed to catamarans -- in this classic book. Jim fills each page with personal stories, compelling facts, and wide-ranging insight.Well-known trimaran designer Jim Brown offers his unique experiences and insight into the design factors that make for a safe, seaworthy, comfortable trimaran. Most multihullers looking for a ... Read more

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Multihull pioneer Jim Brown makes the case for cruising trimarans -- as opposed to catamarans -- in this classic book. Jim fills each page with personal stories, compelling facts, and wide-ranging insight.Well-known trimaran designer Jim Brown offers his unique experiences and insight into the design factors that make for a safe, seaworthy, comfortable trimaran. Most multihullers looking for a
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The Games Do Count

America's Best and Brightest on the Power of Sports

by Brian Kilmeade ...

What do Henry Kissinger, Jack Welch, Condoleezza Rice, and Jon Bon Jovi have in common? They have all reached the top of their respective professions, and they all credit sports for teaching them the lessons that were fundamental to their success. In his years spent interviewing and profiling celebrities, politicians, and top businesspeople, popular sportscaster and Fox & Friends cohost Brian ... Read more

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What do Henry Kissinger, Jack Welch, Condoleezza Rice, and Jon Bon Jovi have in common? They have all reached the top of their respective professions, and they all credit sports for teaching them the lessons that were fundamental to their success. In his years spent interviewing and profiling celebrities, politicians, and top businesspeople, popular sportscaster and Fox & Friends cohost Brian
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De Novo Syndrome

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by Fiction Vortex, Jim Buckner, David Mark Brown ...

Series Book 1 - Schism 8
The rules are about to change. When Jim Buckner's research to unlock human immortality thrusts his daughter into the cross-hairs of a secret war, he'll do anything to get her back--including evolve.SERIAL DESCRIPTION:When Jim Buckner's daughter is kidnapped, his obsession shifts from discovering the lost genetic sequence for awakening human immortality to discovering who took her and how to get ... Read more

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The rules are about to change. When Jim Buckner's research to unlock human immortality thrusts his daughter into the cross-hairs of a secret war, he'll do anything to get her back--including evolve.SERIAL DESCRIPTION:When Jim Buckner's daughter is kidnapped, his obsession shifts from discovering the lost genetic sequence for awakening human immortality to discovering who took her and how to get
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Coventry City: The Elite Era 1967-2001

by Jim Brown ...

The year 2001 will be remembered as the year that time finally ran out on Coventry City. For 34 years they had graced the elite of English football. In ten of those seasons they carried the threat of relegation into their last match. In all ten they had survived, leaving pulses racing and finger nails chewed to the quick. Such was the elation on each occasion that supporters greeted the final ... Read more

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The year 2001 will be remembered as the year that time finally ran out on Coventry City. For 34 years they had graced the elite of English football. In ten of those seasons they carried the threat of relegation into their last match. In all ten they had survived, leaving pulses racing and finger nails chewed to the quick. Such was the elation on each occasion that supporters greeted the final
... Read more
Atomic Ranch

Design Ideas for Stylish Ranch Homes

by Michelle Gringeri-Brown, Jim Brown ...

An in-depth exploration of midcentury residential architecture in America, with extensive photos and design tips included.Post-World War II ranches (1946–1970) range from the decidedly modern gable-roofed Joseph Eichler tracts in the San Francisco Bay area and butterfly wing houses in Palm Springs, Florida, to the unassuming brick or stucco L-shaped ranches and split-levels so common throughout ... Read more

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An in-depth exploration of midcentury residential architecture in America, with extensive photos and design tips included.Post-World War II ranches (1946–1970) range from the decidedly modern gable-roofed Joseph Eichler tracts in the San Francisco Bay area and butterfly wing houses in Palm Springs, Florida, to the unassuming brick or stucco L-shaped ranches and split-levels so common throughout
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