"Thirty-three chapters, each chapter a different basketball question that needs to be answered. Some of them are obviously crucial ... and some of them are secretly crucial. But all of them are approached in ways that ([the author] hope[s] you think) are smart and fun and nuanced"--Back cover.

This vintage book contains a collection of anecdotes and accounts related to various sporting experiences. Wonderfully written and both interesting and entertaining, "Sporting Facts and Fancies" will appeal to modern sporting enthusiasts and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: "Miss Burton of Craigmuir", "The Hope of His House", "At Charlton Manor House", "A Morning with the Pike at the Heron's Haunt",...

Who moves fastest around the court? Which tournament awards their champion a silver pear? Are lefties more successful than right-handed players? Which player admits to smashing 70 rackets a year during his career? From detailed portraits of the icons of the sport to astonishing statistics and the champions' most remarkable records, this collection of superbly entertaining infographics includes everything you need to know about the tennis world. Whether...

Are you a fan of Tennis? Would you like to know over one hundred facts about the world's greatest tournament? If so, then this is the book for you. Separated into sections including the championship's history, memorable moments, statistics about the event and much more, this handy eBook will give you the facts you want, fast! Sit back and 'serve' yourself a refreshing glass of 'deuce' and 'net' yourself some strawberries and cream - it'll be your...

"A maritime adventure memoir that follows a crew of misfits hired to sail an 18th-century warship 5,000 miles to Hollywood"--Amazon. "In the late 1990s, Patrick O'Brian's multimillion-copy-selling historical novel series--the Aubrey-Maturin series, which was set during the Napoleonic Wars--seemed destined for film. With Russell Crowe as Jack Aubrey and Paul Bettany as Stephen Maturin, the production only needed a ship that could stand in for Lucky...

From the age of just four years old when he became the youngest member of his local karting club, it was clear that Michael Schumacher would be a star. Progressing from Junior German Kart Champion through to becoming the greatest F1 driver the world has ever seen, Michael won legions of fans along the way. This fantastic book contains over one hundred amazing facts about the legendary racing king, covering everything from his upbringing to his controversial...

The Little Book of Zlatan is a celebration of one of the most charismatic, mercurial and talismanic footballers in the game, an individual so distinct, so talented and so perfect that he must refer to himself in the third person at all times. Throughout history, there have been many, many truly outstanding sportsmen and women. These are the individuals that have pushed the boundaries of their sport, set incredible new records or driven the human...

"Presents true or false questions and answers about sports and features large illustrations and photographs"-Provided by publisher.