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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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A great read
For those seeking a nostalgic look back at great sporting events, Mel Allen with Frank Graham has provided just the right text. The mixture of inspiration, warmth, and admiration the two bring to their stories in this fine paperback makes this title especially endearing to those who remember Allen, remember stories of football players running the wrong way, and pitchers walking ten men, and in the ninth inning of the same World Series game still hoping to keep a no-hitter going... I can't recommend this book highly enough. The true sports fan will read and re-read this work, that is how good the stories and writing are. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Originally published in 1904, this charming magazine is a fascinating read for any sports enthusiast or historian, comprising an absorbing collection of articles, short stories, fashion advice and advertisements on a sporting theme as well as a motor supplement. Its 700 pages are extensively illustrated with full page and text photographs. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Despite the rise of western mega-resorts, skiing in greater New England hasn't lost its appeal among the thousands of skiers who live on the eastern seaboard and make weekend treks up north throughout the long ski season. The draw is quintessential New England skiing and ambiance: the challenge of narrow trails, the variability of natural snow mixed with the reliability of machine-made snow, wooded slopes, and the clapboard architecture of the old world combined with new resort conveniences. This guide offers photographs, maps, and fact-filled descriptions of the mountains and trails from the experts at SKI Magazine as well as insider scoops on secret spots, the best hotels, and the finest restaurants available at each skiing mecca. 87 ski resorts are covered, including Killington, Sugarloaf, and Stowe. ... Read more

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good suggestions
Good book but lets face it, it is a bit out of date.It is hard with books like this because they don't get updated as the ski areas update etc.But a good overall knowledge of the mountains that are out there.Many I have not heard of...still haven't been but gives you options if you love mountain jumping.

Skip the others
Nevermind any previous reviews, with McCarthy at the helm of this installation of the east's must-have ski guide , there may never need to be another. Thorough, insightful, and downright truthful, it's essential for even veteran eastern skiers to get the real deal on their favorite small and mega resorts. I've put it in my bib's map pocket (my only complaint is that it's a bulky pocket fit) and am waiting for the winter storm clouds.

The Must Have for a New England Ski Trip
This guide is so much more personal than others I've seen. Instead of getting into what kind of carpeting the hotel has (like Fodors), this guide really talks about the feel of the ski resort. You get the true sense that the writer really understands the place and helps you to feel what it's really like. I cannot wait to use the "insider tips" this winter. This is a great guide for anyone who likes to point their car north and head out in the winter. Mine will be well used! ... Read more

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Great # 3 Fan gift!
My husband really liked the book, and now it sits on a display shelf with the rest of his collection and looks very nice.Great item!

EXCELLENT BOOK FOR THAT DALE EARNHARDT FAN
As a HUGE Earnhardt fan. I would have to say that I liked this book. It brought back so many memories of Dale and how he was on and off track. If you have not read this book, I suggest you pick it up and take the time to learn more about the GREATEST LEGEND IN HISTORY. ... Read more

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Since 1935, Alaska magazine has charted the development of our biggest, most mysterious state. With compelling stories on such events as earthquakes, tidal waves, grizzly and polar bear attacks, the Russian influence, the Gold Rush, the Japanese invasion of the Aleutians during World War II, hunting and fishing, the lives of sourdoughs, village life, and much more, The Last Frontier truly captures the essence of our largest state.

Other chapters include the tale of the Eskimo commercial pilot, flying villagers across the Arctic. Or the one about the young woman who conducted the 1940 census in the Interior by dog team. Or the story about the family who placed their automobile on a raft, hooked paddles to the axles, and steered their home-built paddle-wheeler down the Yukon River to the first road-whereupon they removed the car from the barge, and drove home to Nebraska.Other stories you won't want to miss in this book include: Don Sheldon's floatplane rescue of eight men from white water; the mystery of Klutuk, the beast of the tundra; how Julie Collins's sled dog saved her life; the trials and tribulations of a nurse running a hospital on the arctic coast in 1921; an Athabascan writer interviews her grandmother, a medicine woman; newsworthy events across the state and much, much more.
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Tame and Terrifying Tales
I bought this book for stories about fishing, hunting, trapping, wilderness travel and "white knuckle" adventure. What I found was a book that covered a wide variety of topics, all relevant to Alaska but in some cases a little "tame" or mundane for the typical adventure reader.

So, as is always the case, whether or not you'd like this book depends on your particular interests. I give it a high rating because it has something for everybody. In fact, the book contains almost 60 stories and if you find only 10 that you really enjoy the book is worth buying. I also rated it high because while every story is not a "gripping" adventure thriller, many of them are, and others are informative, entertaining or interesting in other ways.

Among the more "riveting" stories are two about men surrounded or pursued by wolves; one about researchers on a frozen lake during an earthquake; one about a fisherman caught under a capsized fishing boat and one about a daring float plane rescue of men stranded in a deep canyon river. There is the obligatory "avalanche" story and another about a raging walrus, and several "big fish" stories.

One or two stories deal with the psychological effects of prolonged isolated, wilderness living. Another, and one of my personal favorites, is a unique and revealing story about crime and punishment in the bush. It is entitled "Of Traps and Treasures--Klutuk."

Another story, "My Sunset Moose" deals with the realization that time changes everything, and that for better or worse, change must be accepted. Another, "A Trapper Leaves the Country" deals with the same subject, in the same somber way, but in a different context.

But my single favorite story is "A Few Mosquito Bites." I believe that any man or woman or any child old enough to understand simple language would enjoy this story about a man, his hybrid wolf-dogs and life in the wilderness. In fact, it would be worth buying this book just to get this story.

But please don't think that every story is about men going hunting or fishing, or getting killed or maimed in the woods! Many are written by women about the extraordinarily tough and determined women who were attracted to life in the the world's last great wilderness and last free country!

Lots of stories, lots of fun, easy reading. Recommended.

An Interesting Collection of Stories
"The Last Frontier" is an interesting collection of feature stories that originally appeared in "Alaska" magazine from 1935 until the present.They were chosen by the current editors of the magazine.The subject matter is quite varied, featuring outdoor adventure tales, life among the native people, wildlife exposes and much more.The stories are as varied as the people who inhabit the last great American wilderness.

The caveat I would note for anyone interested in reading the book is that most of the stories are quite short, and because they were published for a then-contemporary audience, someone not familiar with local history or geography might sometimes get lost in the narrative.Also, "Alaska" started out as a sportsman's magazine, so a lot of the early stories are about hunting and trapping, which some people might not enjoy.

Those cautions aside, "The Last Frontier" is a decent read for those who likes outdoor adventure stories. ... Read more

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Why Kobe Bryant Needs Phil Jackson to Win another Ring! // PLUS:Yankee's Surprise Superstar: Robinson Cano // U.S. Open Giant Killer Graeme McDowell & much more ... Read more

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In this issue monuments section tells us about wonders of Mallabhum - Terracota temples of Bankura, history to the Terracota temples. We the people section covers information on - Tribes of Arunachal Pradesh,history, arts & crafts, costumes, ornaments, tattoos,food, festivals,believes, trade, weaving skills of the tribes of Arunachal Pradesh.Personality section of this Indian cultural magazine throws focus on the life of the warrior queen- Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi, history of rani laxmibai. Flora & fauna section tells us about a fruit called Mango,history of Mango,grading, packing, importance of mango leaves during hindu poojas. Heritage feature topic tells us about - Use of animals in sculptures,statues, paintings. In the performing arts section of this cultural magazine we introduced the opera of Karnataka - Yakshagana. prasanga of Yakshgana, skills of yakshagana actors, emotions, expressions, gestures of Yakshagana. History of Rashtrakutas, ancient design, sculpture art. In the section of Indian festival we are going to introduced by the pilgrimage to Sabrimala. History of lord Ayyapan's festival, route. Arts & crafts section consist of a glasswork of firozabad. History of glasswork at firozabad, process of making bangles, zariwork on bangles. In the architecture section section of this magazine we get noticed by the masterpiece of a architecture - Homes of the Chettiars. History of Chettiar community, ancient form of architecture. Ancient Sports & games section tells us about the games of the royals - history of hunting, importance of hunting the life of Maharajas of Rajasthan. Ancients games consist of dog fights, elephant fights, tiger fights. Ancient sciences section tells us about the metallurgical heritage of India.History of iron pillars of India. Naturescape section of this magazine explains about the rann of Kutch. Climate of the kutch as per seasons. Things found in Kutch like plants, trees, animals, birds. ... Read more

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A whisper of cover wear and subscribers mailing label on front, otherwise excellent. All of our vintage publications are being stored in, and will be shipped in, an acid-free plastic sleeve. ... Read more