The Ultimate Philadelphia Phillies Trivia Book: A Collection of Amazing Trivia Quizzes and Fun Facts for Die-Hard Phillies Fans!, Walker Ray
Автор: Georghia Ellinas; Jane Ray Название: A Midsummer Night`s Dream ISBN: 1406376868 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781406376869 Издательство: Walker Books Рейтинг: Цена: 1715.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Field Marshall Khalifa Haftar is the controversial central figure in the fight for control of post-Gaddafi Libya. Haftar appears to have come from nowhere, controlling the Libyan tribes and gaining international support. Is he a rogue commander with terrorist tendencies, or the only hope for a democratic government? A first-ever look at his story.
The Ultimate Chicago Cubs TriviaBook is a staple for anyone who loves baseball, sports trivia, and the Cubbies. You will be tested on your knowledge of mind-blowing facts from the early days of the franchise all the way to the Cubs' first World Series win in over a century.
Within these pages, you will find answers to over 350 trivia questions as well as hundreds of interesting facts, including:
David Ross was the first MLB contestant on which reality competition show?
On December 13, 2010, the Canada Post announced that Fergie Jenkins would be honored with his own postage stamp to celebrate Black History Month. The stamp was issued in February 2011.
Former Cub Andre Dawson now owns and operates a ________ in Miami, Florida. (Spoiler alert: It's not somewhere you want to visit.)
Which country's team did Anthony Rizzo play for in the 2013 World Baseball Classic?
Which Cubs player was named World Series MVP in 2016?
Whether you're a lifelong Cubs fan or are simply looking to hit one out of the park on MLB Trivia Night at your local bar, The Ultimate Chicago Cubs Trivia Book is a grand slam.
Everything about America's Team is bigger and better, and that includes TheUltimate Dallas Cowboys Trivia Book It's 14 specially designed chapters that take you behind the scenes of the most valuable football team on the planet-from the very beginning with the origin of the Cowboys to a special Super Bowl section that most teams couldn't dream of filling.
Throughout this page-turner, you'll find amazing anecdotes, behind the scenes stories, incredible statistics, and a whole lot more, including:
- How the Cowboys tricked the Redskins into allowing them into the league.
- Which player got traded after tossing a jersey in his coach's face.
- Which weapons were involved in a locker room brawl between teammates.
- Which player was an actual cowboy in the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame.
- Why the Cowboys designed the most unique uniform in the NFL.
It's all here in an exciting book that any self-respecting Dallas fan must own From Tex Schramm to Dak Prescott, and everything in between, this book is full of fascinating details that will make you the envy of your friends every Sunday and prove once and for all who the biggest fan of the Dallas Cowboys really is
Test your mettle with hundreds of clever factoids, multiple choice selections, and true or false questions that will set the record straight in any football argument. Never be caught without the answer you need in a sports debate again
It's all the fantastic records, insane quotations, and jaw-dropping stories that will truly make readers the Ultimate Dallas Cowboys fans.
So what are you waiting for? Pick up your copy of The Ultimate Dallas Cowboys Trivia Book today
Do you think you're the ultimate New England Patriots superfan?
Do you have a buddy who can't stop talking about Tom Brady?
Do you want to learn about the history of the best franchise of the last two decades?
Even if those don't apply to you, The Ultimate New England Patriots Trivia Book is the best book to learn about the New England Patriots' team history. This trivia book is packed with interesting facts about the Patriots from cover to cover, taking you from the playing fields of the Boston suburbs to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
In this book, you'll discover the answer to:
Who wore number 12 before Tom Brady entered the scene for the Patriots?
How many touchdowns did Rob Gronkowski catch from Tom Brady?
Where did star receiver Julian Edelman attend college?
Who quarterbacked the Patriots to their first Super Bowl appearance?
When did the Patriots move into their stadium in Foxboro?
Whether you are a Patriots fanatic hungry for more information about the team, an NFL superfan craving knowledge about the teams in the league, or just someone who enjoys learning new, interesting facts to learn new things, this book is right up your alley. You will not be disappointed while discovering the world of the New England Patriots, both past and present, so just crack open the book, sit back, relax, and enjoy the wave of knowledge.
The Ultimate New York Yankees TriviaBook is a staple for anyone who loves baseball, sports trivia, and the Bronx Bombers. You will be tested on your knowledge of mind-blowing facts from the early days when Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Lou Gehrig owned New York, as well as the current era of Bronx baseball led by the likes of Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.
Within these pages, you will find answers to over 350 trivia questions as well as hundreds of interesting facts, including:
How many times was Billy Martin hired and fired as Yankees manager? (More times than you'd think.)
In Derek Jeter's junior high yearbook, students were asked to write what they planned to be doing in 10 years. Jeter answered, "Playing shortstop for the New York Yankees."
In a high school football game, former Yankee Johnny Damon suffered his first sports concussion at the hands of which NFL star?
Back in 1998, former Yankee Alex Rodriguez was asked by a reporter who his dream date would be with. His answer? Jennifer Lopez. And 22 years later, J-Lo and A-Rod are currently engaged to be married.
Who threw the Yankees' very first no-hitter in 1917?
Whether you're a lifelong Yanks fan or are simply looking to hit one out of the park on MLB Trivia Night at your local bar, The Ultimate New York Yankees Trivia Book is a grand slam.
Do you think you're the ultimate New York Giants superfan?
Do you have a buddy who bleeds red and blue for the Giants?
Do you want to learn even more about the history of your favorite franchise?
Whether or not those questions apply to you, The Ultimate New York Giants Trivia Book is the best book to learn about the New York Giants' deep history. This trivia book is packed with interesting facts about the Giants from cover to cover, taking you from the Giants' earliest days in the NFL to their glory days of the past two decades.
In this book, you'll discover the answer to:
How many seasons did the New York Giants play in the Polo Grounds?
Which two quarterbacks beat out Phil Simms in 1983?
How many carries did Butch Woolfolk have on his record-setting day?
Who was the first rookie middle linebacker to start an NFL championship game?
How many New York Giants 1st round picks have been enshrined in the Hall of Fame?
Whether you are a Giants fanatic hungry for more information about the team, an NFL superfan craving knowledge about the teams in the league, or just someone who enjoys learning new, interesting facts to learn new things, this book is right up your alley.
You will not be disappointed while diving into the world of the New York Giants. So just crack open the book, sit back, relax, and enjoy the wave of exciting knowledge.
Do you think you're the ultimate Chicago Bears superfan?
Do you have a buddy who bleeds orange and navy for Da Bears?
Do you want to learn about the history of your favorite NFL franchise?
Even if those don't apply to you, The Ultimate Chicago Bears Trivia Book is the best book to learn about the storied history of the Chicago Bears in a fun, interactive fashion. This trivia book is packed with interesting facts about the Bears from cover to cover, taking you from the dominant beginnings of Chicago football in the NFL through the 1985 season, then into the uneven past three decades.
In this book, you'll discover the answer to:
What does Jim Harbaugh's superstitious nature have to do with his jersey number?
What did Gale Sayers accomplish in his first preseason game with the Bears?
Who is the longest-tenured Bears player of all time?
Who holds the Bears' record for most career interceptions?
How many Hall-of-Famers have some connection to the Bears?
Whether you are a Bears fanatic hungry for more information about the team, an NFL superfan craving knowledge about the teams in the league, or just someone who enjoys learning new, interesting facts to learn new things, this book is right up your alley.
You will not be disappointed when immersed in the world of the Chicago Bears, so just crack open the book, sit back, relax, and enjoy the wave of fun and exciting knowledge.
Автор: Nicola Davies; Jane Ray Название: Hummingbird ISBN: 1406391336 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781406391336 Издательство: Walker Books Рейтинг: Цена: 1055.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: "One of the prettiest works of non-fiction you are likely to see... It is ravishing." The Sunday TimesFrom Nicola Davies, one of the UK's finest non-fiction writers, and from Jane Ray, one of the UK's finest illustrators, comes and exquisite Nature Storybook about ... hummingbirds! A hummingbird is smaller than your thumb and weighs less than a 20 pence piece - however you measure it, it's tiny.
But every spring, hummingbirds that have spent the winter in Mexico fly north to make the most of the warmer weather. They nest as far north as Canada and Alaska; a 2,000 mile trip! This is the story of one spring migration: of a tiny bird, its amazing journey and the people it meets along the way. "Jane Ray turns everything she touches to gold." Daily Telegraph"Nicola Davies is one of the best children's writers in the business." Huffington Post
Now you surely will be with TheUltimate Detroit Tigers Trivia Book. If you want to know all the ins and outs (every great baseball team has a few ) of one of the most famous hardball teams ever in the AL and MLB-this book is for you.
The next time you walk into a bar, your friend's or father-in-law's place for Trivia Night, you'll be a smash hit knowing about Tigers legends like Ty Cobb and Sam Crawford; pitchers like Denny, Jack, Mickey, and Verlander; classic catchers like Bill Freehan; and sluggers like Miguel Cabrera, Norm Cash, and Hank Greenberg.
With this ultimate Tigers trivia book, you'll have a handle on what the Tigers team really means to the Motor City, and why Comerica Park is a truly unique place to catch a ball game. You and your buddies will hear hilarious stories and inspirational quotes from the likes of Sparky Anderson, Mark "The Bird" Fidrych, and announcer Al Ackerman.
What ultimate Detroit Tigers trivia will you score with this valuable book? Catch the answers to all these tricky trivia questions and tons more:
- How many pennants and World Series championships have the Tigers piled up in their glorious history?
- What military unit originally gave the Tigers their unforgettable name?
- Which AL team is Detroit's biggest rival, and why?
- Which famous Detroitoutfielder was nicknamed "Mr. Tiger"?
- Which player did the Detroit Tigers acquire in 1905 who's now considered one of the best to ever play the game?
TheUltimate Detroit Tigers TriviaBook comes with 15 chapters chock-full of questions, answer pages, and fun factoids about your favorite team. Quiz Night coming? Be ready Have a blast with your trivia book all about the fantastic Detroit Tigers.
Do you think you're the ultimate Denver Broncos superfan?
Do you have a buddy who bleeds orange and blue for the Broncos?
Do you want to learn about the history of your favorite three-time Super Bowl champion?
Even if those don't apply to you, The Ultimate Denver Broncos Trivia Book is the best book to learn about the storied history of the Denver Broncos in a fun, interactive fashion. This trivia book is packed with interesting facts about the Broncos from cover to cover, taking you from the shaky beginnings of the team in Denver through their three Super Bowl triumphs, and everything in between.
In this book, you'll discover the answer to:
What were the original colors of the Broncos uniform, which one player called "the ugliest looking things you ever wanted to see"?
Where did the Broncos ownership group consider moving the team in the early years of the franchise?
How many game-winning or game-tying drives did John Elway orchestrate in the fourth quarter?
Who holds the Broncos record for most career interceptions?
How many Hall-of-Famers did Denver draft who never played for the Broncos?
Whether you are a Broncos fanatic hungry for more information about the team, an NFL superfan craving knowledge about the teams in the league, or just someone who enjoys learning new, interesting facts, this book is right up your alley.
You will not be disappointed when immersed in the world of the Denver Broncos, so just crack open the book, sit back, relax, and enjoy the wave of exciting knowledge.
Want to become the world's ultimate Manchester United trivia champion?
Then prove you have what it takes by making the competition tap out time after time
The complete club history is represented in this unequaled trivia/fact book about the world's most famous football team from the early days as Newton Heath in 1878 right up to today.
All of the club's top achievements are included here, as well as some of its disappointments on and off the pitch.
Included are the greatest names to wear the famous Red Devils' jersey, such as Wayne Rooney, Sir Bobby Charlton, George Best, Denis Law, Joe Spence, Mark Hughes, Jack Rowley, Paul Scholes, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, and Cristiano Ronaldo. Famous managers are also included, such as Sir Alex Ferguson, Sir Matt Busby, Jos Mourinho, and Ole Gunnar Solskj r.
Your Man United knowledge bank will be seriously tested with questions such as:
The club was a founding member of which league in 1888?
When did Man United win its first league title?
How many total appearances did Denis Irwin make for Man United?
Jack Rowley scored how many goals in all competitions in 1947-48?
Dave Sexton won how many games as manager of the club?
Whether you're being challenged to a trivia duel by friend or foe, be sure to prepare yourself for the showdown by absorbing as much Man United history, trivia, and facts as you possibly can from one book. This trivia/fact book contains 12 unique quizzes on different topics with a total of 240 brain-teasing questions along with 120 fascinating "Did You Know?" facts.
Don't go offside when you can be the top scorer in Man United facts, history, and trivia. Make sure you're in the starting lineup and not on the sub's bench by checking out the latest Manchester United trivia quiz book
