Verlag: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1481416065 ISBN 13: 9781481416061
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Park, Meg (illustrator). Neuware - Anna and Sadie have always been best friends so when Sadie suddenly starts being mean, Anna is very sad and seeks support from her dog Banana and classmate Isabel, as well as advice from her brother Chuck and her parents.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster UK Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471155056 ISBN 13: 9781471155055
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - A beautiful novel about what happens when the person you love cannot be yours, from the internationally bestselling author of The Valentine's Card and The Woman at Number 24 . Perfect for fans of Rowan Coleman, Jane Green and David Nicholls.Kate and Becca are cousins and best friends. They have grown up together and shared all the most important milestones in their lives: childhood birthday parties, eighteenth birthdays, and now a wedding day as they each marry their childhood sweethearts, Charlie and Julian.Kate has always loved Charlie - they were meant to be. Then she discovers that life never turns out quite how you expect it to. And love doesn't always follow the journey it should. But best friends are forever, and true love will find a way, won't it. Praise for Juliet Ashton'Gloriously and irresistibly romantic, I devoured These Days of Ours in a single sitting. There's not just one compelling love story here but two; the twenty-year love story of Kate and Charlie, and also the lifelong friendship between Kate and her cousin Becca. It's like One Day with all the additional trials and tribulations of female friendship' HANNAH BECKERMAN'Juliet Ashton dramatises the landmarks of a young woman's life with an irresistible lightness of touch. Warm, witty and surprising' LOUISE CANDLISH'A delicious story of love and loss that had me utterly entranced . It made me laugh and it made me weep, but most of all it made me relish the warmth of the human heart' KATE FURNIVALL'Funny, original and wise' KATIE FFORDE'Cecelia Ahern fans will love this poignant yet witty romance' SUNDAY MIRROR'You'll laugh and cry your way through this original and touching love story' CLOSER.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471142019 ISBN 13: 9781471142017
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - 'Vince Flynn clearly has one eye on Lee Child's action thriller throne with this twist-laden story. . . instantly gripping' Shortlist.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1481410474 ISBN 13: 9781481410472
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware.
Verlag: Simon + Schuster UK Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471158292 ISBN 13: 9781471158292
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - The story of the toughest fighting unit in WWII that was a major BBC mini-series produced by Tom Hanks and Stephen Spielberg.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471102467 ISBN 13: 9781471102462
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Honour, duty, vengeance. The way of the Samurai. The second Samurai adventure from David Kirk, perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden.Musashi Miyamoto's reputation precedes him. He is known as the greatest warrior of all time. But all that must change, for Miyamoto and his men have been defeated in the great battle of Sekigahara. Tens of thousands of men lie slaughtered and the Armies of the East have claimed a glorious victory. And now, alone but alive, he must contemplate his future.Until this moment he has lived and fought as a Samurai, proud of its ancient tradition, following The Way with honour. But in defeat he must question everything, and what he once saw as honour he now sees as ignorance. But tradition is strong and he is just one man.But though he seeks to throw off the past, the past will not let him go. His name is on a list of those who have dishonoured the Yoshioka warriors, and a man has been sent to claim is head in their name. And so, though he renounces violence, he must protect himself and seek revenge on those who would have him dead.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471150240 ISBN 13: 9781471150241
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Now in paperback, this is an outspoken memoir from the Formula One star, who won 31 GPs in his career, and the World Championship in 1992. He looks back on his stellar career, and assesses how the sport has changed in recent years.
Verlag: Simon + Schuster UK Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471150380 ISBN 13: 9781471150388
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - The incredible true story of the origin of human flight, by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough. On a winter day in 1903, in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, two unknown brothers from Ohio changed history. But it would take the world some time to believe what had happened: the age of flight had begun, with the first heavier-than-air, powered machine carrying a pilot.Who were these men and how was it that they achieved what they did David McCullough, two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize, tells the surprising, profoundly human story of Wilbur and Orville Wright. Far more than a couple of unschooled Dayton bicycle mechanics who happened to hit on success, they were men of exceptional courage and determination, and of far-ranging intellectual interests and ceaseless curiosity, much of which they attributed to their upbringing.In this thrilling book, McCullough draws on the immense riches of the Wright Papers, including private diaries, not Elektronisches Buch, scrapbooks and more than a thousand letters from private family correspondence to tell the human side of the Wright Brothers' story, including the little-known contributions of their sister, Katharine, without whom things might well have gone differently for them.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1440595941 ISBN 13: 9781440595943
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - A supersized puzzle book for big word search fans! If you're an avid word searcher who finishes the average puzzle book in no time, you'll be delighted by The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches, Volume 11. The latest collection from puzzlemaster Charles Timmerman is packed with more than 300 brand-new easy to challenging puzzles. Each puzzle has a fun and engaging theme, including literature, popular culture, nature, history, and geography. No matter what your ability level, these word puzzles will help you improve memory, vocabulary, and problem-solving skills. With this huge collection, you'll always find the perfect puzzle to suit your mood!.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 147113797X ISBN 13: 9781471137976
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Fresh from finishing the Marathon des Sables, Ranulph Fiennes has become the oldest Briton to complete this ultimate endurance test.The world's greatest living explorer, has travelled to some of the most remote, dangerous parts of the globe. Well-known for his experiences at the poles and climbing Everest, he has also endured some of the hottest conditions on the planet, where temperatures regularly exceed 40 degrees and, without water and shelter, death is inevitable.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471131025 ISBN 13: 9781471131028
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - A lively and colourful portrait of how we behaved in Britain's cities during the darkest days of the Blitz. People pulled together and helped strangers, but also broke the rules and exploited each other.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471142701 ISBN 13: 9781471142703
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - The new novel from the author of Flowers in the Attic and Petals on the Wind- both now major Lifetime movie events.A young boy suffers amnesia from a trauma he suffered in what feels like it must have been another life. He's adopted into a wealthy family - but what will happen when he learns the truth about his past.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471158314 ISBN 13: 9781471158315
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - From the #1 bestselling author of BAND OF BROTHERS comes a breathtaking minute-by-minute account of the first engagement of D-Day, a British operation that was crucial to the ultimate success of the Normandy invasion.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471158330 ISBN 13: 9781471158339
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - From the Number One bestselling author of BAND OF BROTHERS comes the story of the ordinary soldiers in Northwest Europe from the day after D-Day until the triumphant end of the war.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1501103423 ISBN 13: 9781501103421
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Poised to capitalize on renewed political interest following the federal election, the trade paperback edition of What's Happened to Politics is sure to be necessary reading for every concerned Canadian citizen.Segmented electorates. Political leaders avoiding debate and dialogue in favour of an endless repetition of sound bites and vanity videos with little substance. Billions of dollars spent on lobbying. It's clear that Canadian politics is in a sorry state. Through increasingly low voter turnouts and a general lack of engagement in the political process, Canadians have shown that they are dissatisfied and fed up with present-day politics. At a time when Canadians across the political spectrum are frustrated with political gamesmanship, it is more important than ever to find ways to re-engage with our communities, our leaders, and our political institutions. In Bob Rae, Canadians hear the voice of reason they need, and in What's Happened to Politics , they finally get an definitive account of the problems plaguing their national politics. Touching on everything from polling to issues of social justice to the way in which political parties package their candidates, Rae identifies the shortcomings of the current Canadian political framework, and what we, as citizens, can do to remedy that. With remarkable insight and startling accuracy, Rae envisions a political forum where citizens are inspired to participate, instead of feeling disenfranchised. Timely, filled with real-world examples, and told from the point of view of an experienced statesman, What's Happened to Politics is necessary reading for all Canadians, regardless of their political affiliation. Erudite, engaged, and keenly attuned to the frustrations expressed by Canadians across the political spectrum, Rae shows why he is the leading voice on Canadian politics.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1481488120 ISBN 13: 9781481488129
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Easy recipes and whimsical illustrations share the beauty of food and culinary history from around the globe with young readers in this cookbook with dishes from Africa, China, Russia, and many other regions. Through easy-to-follow recipes and fascinating insight, Passport on a Plate is a cookbook that teaches children about food and food customs from around the globe. Twelve chapters, each focused on a country or region, introduce young readers to the culinary history of different lands and the eating habits of people from a range of cultures. With tips for serving food at parties, activities to do with friends or in the classroom, foreign language expressions for inviting others to eat, and "utensil ratings" to indicate recipe difficulties, this book is perfect for young, curious chefs.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Ltd Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1471158268 ISBN 13: 9781471158261
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - The gripping and heroic story of D-Day from the Number One bestselling author of BAND OF BROTHERS, Stephen E Ambrose.
Verlag: SIMON & SCHUSTER Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476795118 ISBN 13: 9781476795119
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Elite sniper Jody Mitic loved being a soldier. His raw, candid, and engrossing memoir follows his personal journey into the Canadian military, through sniper training, and firefights in Afghanistan, culminating on the fateful night when he stepped on a landmine and lost both of his legs below the knees. A twenty-year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Jody Mitic served as a Master Corporal and Sniper Team Leader on three active tours of duty over the course of seven years. Known for his deadly marksmanship, his fearlessness in the face of danger, and his 'never quit' attitude, he was a key player on the front in Afghanistan. As a sniper, he secured strongholds from rooftops, engaged in perilous ground combat, and joined classified night operations to sniff out the enemy. One day in 2007, when he was on a mission in a small Afghan village, he stepped on a landmine and the course of his life was forever changed.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476745919 ISBN 13: 9781476745916
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - 'In the vein of The Ice Storm, a . literary drama about two suburban families whose lives intersect explosively over the course of one Thanksgiving weekend'.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1440591504 ISBN 13: 9781440591501
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Commercial real estate mogul Rachel Reed followed her workaholic father's footsteps to success, so when he's diagnosed with Alzheimer's, she vows to rise to the occasion. She'll help her father get the Arlington Aces independent professional baseball team up and running, then sell the franchise off to recoup their investment. It's a tall order, but Rachel knows one thing for sure: a few acres of trees aren't going to stand in her way of building the facility they need.Landscaper Sam Sutter is surprised to find his brother's high school girlfriend lurking in the woods behind his secluded log house. This former minor leaguer's even more upset to learn 'his' trees are on her chopping block. There's no way he'll help her erect a painful reminder to his failed career in his backyard. But butting heads with the beautiful businesswoman proves to be a tricky task, and before long, he finds himself heading up the grounds keeping crew at her father's stadium.Working under Rachel's watchful--smoldering--eyes might be Sam's undoing. Can he cut into her plans without felling their chances at a home run in love Sensuality Level: Sensual.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476779783 ISBN 13: 9781476779782
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - In The Jefferson Rule, historian David Sehat describes how everyone from liberals to conservatives, secessionists to unionists have sought out the Founding Fathers to defend their policies.Beginning with the debate between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton over the future of the nation, and continuing throughout our historythe Civil War, the World Wars, the New Deal, the Reagan Revolution, and Obama and the Tea Partymany politicos have asked, "What would the Founders do " instead of "What is the common good today " Both the Right and the Left have used the Founders to sort through such issues as voting rights, campaign finance, free speech, war and peace, gun control, and taxes, though those Fathers were a querulous and divided group who rarely agreed. In this "sobering, informative study" (Publisher's Weekly), Sehat shows why coming to terms with the past would be the start of a productive debate. The result is, simply put, "required reading for those desperate for sane, intelligent political arguments" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review). The Jefferson Rule "takes the reader through an engaging and insightful survey course in American history" (The Christian Science Monitor).
Verlag: Simon + Schuster LLC Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476762716 ISBN 13: 9781476762715
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Was passiert, wenn eine passionierte Sozialforscherin nach Manhattan zieht, um dort, mitten unter den Reichen und Schönen New Yorks, ihre Kinder zu erziehen Sie betreibt Feldforschung: Mit dem geschulten Blick der Anthropologin hat Wednesday Martin über hundert Frauen in ihrer Nachbarschaft befragt und spart nicht mit Details, wenn sie die exotisch anmutende Spezies rund um den Central Park beschreibt: Sie beobachtet Frauen, die das eigene Penthouse führen wie ein Vorstandsvorsitzender ein Unternehmen. Sie trifft Absolventinnen renommierter Elite-Universitäten, die sich von ihren Millionen schweren Ehemännern einen 'Hausfrauen-Bonus' diktieren lassen. Und sie erzählt von Müttern, die ihre Kinder zu Bestnoten pushen und die Organisation eines Kindergeburtstags zum Weltereignis erklären. Das (Selbst-)Diktat, als Mutter stets perfekt und sexy zu sein, kennen auch deutsche Frauen - härter als im New York der Upper East Side aber sind die Regeln nirgendwo.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1440595232 ISBN 13: 9781440595233
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - 300 quick, easy, and cheap recipes! College life is busy. While the dining hall or takeout can be convenient, these shortcuts can take a toll on your maxed-out bank account, not to mention your waistline. The Quick and Easy College Cookbook will help you create delicious and healthy recipes in a flash! With low-cost ingredients that still have high nutritional value, you're sure to love cooking up these recipes. The best part No experience or fully equipped kitchen required! You'll find 300 recipes that range from hearty breakfasts to healthy study-session snacks to fuel an all-nighter. Even first-time cooks will succeed, with the help of a glossary of cooking terms and checklists of essential kitchen equipment and pantry staples. With hundreds of student favorites, like Huevos Rancheros, Korean Spicy Pork Tacos, and Peanut Butter Cups, this cookbook is required reading for any student who likes healthy home cooking.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1440595933 ISBN 13: 9781440595936
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Enjoy these 100 beautiful mandalas for quiet contemplation and spiritual calm!For centuries, mandalas have provided an elevated level of peace to anyone seeking comfort, stability, and inspiration. The Mandala Coloring Book, Volume II features 100 all-new customizable mandala drawings to guide you toward this tranquility as you use your imagination to create vibrant patterns. These intricate designs draw the eye inward, shifting focus toward your center and allowing you to fully express yourself through these beautifully complex illustrations. Complete with expert instruction and helpful design tips, The Mandala Coloring Book, Volume II will help you find your inner calm and creativity every day.
Verlag: Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1501124234 ISBN 13: 9781501124235
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Jennifer Probst's first in an all-new sexy romance series featuring red-hot contractor siblings who give the Property Brothers a run for their money!.
Verlag: Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476798184 ISBN 13: 9781476798189
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - 'On the eve of her daughter's wedding, June Reid's life is upended when a tragedy leaves her alone and directionless. In an effort to escape her grief, June drives across the country, away from her small Connecticut town. In her wake, a community emerges, weaving a beautiful and surprising web of connections through shared heartbreak. Everyone touched by the tragedy is changed as truths about their near and far histories finally come to light'--Page 4 of cover.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476743800 ISBN 13: 9781476743806
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - "Narrative, celebratory history at its purest" (Publishers Weekly)the real story of how the Bill of Rights came to be: a vivid account of political strategy, big egos, and the partisan interests that set the terms of the ongoing contest between the federal government and the states.Those who argue that the Bill of Rights reflects the founding fathers' "original intent" are wrong. The Bill of Rights was actually a brilliant political act executed by James Madison to preserve the Constitution, the federal government, and the latter's authority over the states. In the skilled hands of award-winning historian Carol Berkin, the story of the founders' fight over the Bill of Rights comes alive in a drama full of partisanship, clashing egos, and cunning manipulation. In 1789, the nation faced a great divide around a question still unanswered today: should broad power and authority reside in the federal government or should it reside in state governments The Bill of Rights, from protecting religious freedom to the people's right to bear arms, was a political ploy first and a matter of principle second. The truth of how and why Madison came to devise this plan, the debates it caused in the Congress, and its ultimate success is more engrossing than any of the myths that shroud our national beginnings. The debate over the Bill of Rights still continues through many Supreme Court decisions. By pulling back the curtain on the short-sighted and self-interested intentions of the founding fathers, Berkin reveals the anxiety many felt that the new federal government might not surviveand shows that the true "original intent" of the Bill of Rights was simply to oppose the Antifederalists who hoped to diminish the government's powers. This book is "a highly readable American history lesson that provides a deeper understanding of the Bill of Rights, the fears that generated it, and the miracle of the amendments" (Kirkus Reviews).
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1476789282 ISBN 13: 9781476789286
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME Heralded as 'impossible to put down' (Elle), and named a Best Book of the Summer by Glamour, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan, Elle, Marie Claire, and Us Weekly, Eight Hundred Grapes is a heartbreaking, funny, and deeply evocative novel about love, marriage, family, wine, and the treacherous terrain in which they all intersect.There are secrets you share, and secrets you hide. What if your beloved fiancé, he of the crinkly smile and irresistible British accent, had kept a life-changing secret from you And what if, just a week before your dream wedding, you discovered it Georgia Ford, bride-to-be, hops in her car and drives through the night, from Los Angeles to Sonoma, to her safe haven: her family, and the acclaimed family winery. Georgia craves the company of those who know her best, and whom she truly knows. Better yet, it's the eve of the last harvest-the best time of the growing season, and Georgia knows she'll find solace-and distraction-in the familiar rituals. But when Georgia arrives home, nothing is at all familiar. Her parents, her brothers, the family business, are all unrecognizable. It seems her fiancé isn't the only one who's been keeping secrets. Eight Hundred Grapes is a story about the messy realities of family, the strength (and weaknesses) of romantic love, and the importance of finding a place to call home. 'This winning tale will both satisfy on a literary level and encourage oenophiles to pour themselves a glass of a recent vintage to enjoy while reading; it's a tasty treat for wine lovers and teetotalers alike' (Publishers Weekly). You won't be able to put this 'addictive' (Us Weekly) novel down.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1451686587 ISBN 13: 9781451686586
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - Dynamic young Wharton professor Berger draws on his research to explain the six steps that make products or ideas contagious. Why do some products get more word of mouth than others Why does some online content go viral.
Verlag: Simon & Schuster Mai 2016, 2016
ISBN 10: 1451645791 ISBN 13: 9781451645798
Anbieter: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Deutschland
Taschenbuch. Zustand: NEW. Neuware - A fascinating and authoritative biography of perhaps the most controversial player in baseball history, Ty Cobb"The best work ever written on this American sports legend: It's a major reconsideration of a reputation unfairly maligned for decades" (The Boston Globe).Ty Cobb is baseball royalty, maybe even the greatest player ever. His lifetime batting average is still the highest in history, and when he retired in 1928, after twenty-one years with the Detroit Tigers and two with the Philadelphia Athletics, he held more than ninety records. But the numbers don't tell half of Cobb's tale. The Georgia Peach was by far the most thrilling player of the era: When the Hall of Fame began in 1936, he was the first player voted in. But Cobb was also one of the game's most controversial characters. He got in a lot of fights, on and off the field, and was often accused of being overly aggressive. Even his supporters acknowledged that he was a fierce competitor, but he was also widely admired. After his death in 1961, however, his reputation morphed into that of a virulent racist who also hated children and women, and was in turn hated by his peers. How did this happen Who is the real Ty Cobb Setting the record straight, Charles Leerhsen pushed aside the myths, traveled to Georgia and Detroit, and re-traced Cobb's journey from the shy son of a professor and state senator who was progressive on race for his time to America's first true sports celebrity. The result is a "noble [and] convincing" (The New York Times Book Review) biography that is "groundbreaking, thorough, and compellingThe most complete, well-researched, and thorough treatment that has ever been written" (The Tampa Tribune).