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|  | Mid-Atlantic by David Emblidge, Don Hopey
From the spruce forests of Tennessee and the leafy gorges of Virginia to the rolling Pennsylvania hills and the rocky heights of New England, the Appalachian Trail offers 2,200 miles of hiking opportunities. The five books in this series present accurate, detailed information for 170 day hikes (and a few overnighters), all recommended by AT experts. Where to start and finish, water sources and shelters, early exit options, and what to expect on the trail itself are described. Specially commissioned easy-to-read-and-use topographic maps and elevation profiles accompany each recommended hike; mileage data, the best direction to travel, route difficulty, and sources for additional maps and information are also included. Each book points out natural and historical features -- plants, trees, animals, landforms, bridges, vistas -- that make the recommended hikes special. AUTHOR: David Emblidge, Don Hopey
PUBLISHER: Stackpole Books
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Travel 
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 | Bud, Sweat & Tees by Alan Shipnuck
This is the real inside story of professional tournament golf, as told through a season in the wild and reckless life of Rich Beem, a twenty eight year old rookie, and Steve Duplantis, his not so faithful caddie and sidekick. A BALL FOUR for golf. AUTHOR: Alan Shipnuck
PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Sports & Outdoors
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 | D. Wayne by Carlo DeVito
The first biography of the most successful and controversial horse trainer of all timeHis methods have been ridiculed, his business tactics declared questionable, and his plans derided. Yet, not even the most stiff-necked Southern patrician can deny that D. Wayne Lukas is the most successful horse trainer in history. In 1999, Lukas became the first trainer to surpass $200 million in earnings. He has won 12 Triple Crown events (including 6 in a row)13 Breeders' Cups, 4 Kentucky Derbies, 5 Preaknesses, and 3 Belmonts. If horse racing is the sport of kings, then D. Wayne Lukas is surely its emperor. Now, in D. Wayne--the first book-length biography of D. Wayne Lukas--sportswriter Carlo DeVito tells the riveting life story of the man known throughout the sports world as the Vince Lombardi of horse racing. He reveals the unorthodox business tactics D. Wayne used to wrest control of thoroughbred racing away from the handful of wealthy families who had held it for two centuries and to change the business forever. And with the help of candid interviews with Lukas rivals and fans, colleagues and competitors, and others, Carlo DeVito paints a fascinating portrait of the man who embodies Americans' most cherished images of themselves--self-made man, innovator, and cowboy. The first biography of the most successful--and controversial--horse trainer of all time D. Wayne Lukas has trained more winners, won more races, and amassed a greater fortune than any horse trainer in history. His unorthodox methods as well as his stormy personal life have also earned him a celebrity traditionally reserved for movie stars and big-league athletes. Now, in D. Wayne, journalist Carlo DeVito provides us with an intimate look into the life, times, and complex personality of one of the most colorful entrepreneurial mavericks of all time. AUTHOR: Carlo DeVito
PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Sports & Outdoors
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 | Cityguide Seattle by Fodors Travel Publications, Inc. Staff
Description not available.Provides suggestions for exploring Seattle, and includes information on transportation, accomodations, restaurants, sightseeing, entertainment, and shopping. AUTHOR: Fodors Travel Publications, Inc. Staff
PUBLISHER: Fodor's Travel Publications
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Travel
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 | Martial Arts Home Training by Mike Young
Correct practice makes perfect is the overriding theme of Martial Arts Home Training. Author Mike Young sets out in this book to make certain that the martial artist`s home training is done properly and that maximum benefit is gained from the time spent training. Using principles developed in his Rock & Roll style of fighting, and always keeping in mind the mantra KISS (keep it simple, stupid), this book is a refreshingly useful source for the martial artist. AUTHOR: Mike Young
PUBLISHER: Tuttle Publishing
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Sports & Outdoors
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 | New Zealand
Description not available.Describes the rugged beauty of New Zealand's countryside and cities and provides accurate information on hotels, restaurants, tours, and sports including fishing and hunting
CATEGORY: Travel
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