Here is one of the first books specifically geared for legal practitioners involved in liability arising out of participation in professional and amateur athletics. In a lively and highly readable manner, Yasser applies tort law principles to a wide variety of sports cases--from such publicized cases as Dale Hackbart v. Boobie Clark, Rudy Tomjanovich v. The Los Angeles Lakers, and Bill Walton v. Dr. Cook to the more obscure such as Virgil v. Time Inc. and Spahn v. Julian Messner Inc. In each he expertly underscores relevant, useful information that can be used in daily practice. The author, a torts professor and sports fan, examines in a sports setting such torts as negligence, products liability, and intentional interference with contractual relations. In each chapter, Professor Yasser prints edited versions of the landmark sports cases, takes an in-depth look at one major legal issue, and provides a broad summary of the law and a bibliography. "Harvard Law RevieW"

Here is one of the first books specifically geared for legal practitioners involved in liability arising out of participation in professional and amateur athletics. In a principles to a wide variety of sports cases and expertly underscores relevant information that can be used in daily practice. In each chapter, he systematically covers a particular situtation, giving a complete perspective of every aspect. Introductory comments outline the germane substantive law and set the stage for the case and materials section. Landmark cases are reviewed and Yasser takes an indepth look at an important case or issue. To round out the chapter, he raises points that are pertinent to the subject matter and provides a bibliography of outstanding legal literature.

The book is about growing up in the south and coaching children's football for 30 years.

A book of Short Stories about nine rodeo contestants and their chase of the rodeo dream. Rodeo Dayz also includes a short biography of each author and a short history of rodeo in the state of NY.

This is the story of the 2008 Philadelphia Phillies baseball season. It is a day to day depiction of the team and games played during the regular and post seasons, a daily column and game day story combined as told from a fan's point of view. There are specific stories on games, team members, broadcasters and players, each game of the season is recapped with narrative and comments. This is the story of how the 2008 team became the world champions of baseball, it depicts the ups and downs of a long baseball season and the ultimate joy that is found by all when a championship is won as told from a lifelong fans perspective !

Originally published in 1921. In two sections. The interesting and scientific game of draughts contains chapters on: Tactics - Openings - General Directions - Positions - Endings - Laws of the Game - Illustrative Game - Polish Draughts - Losing Game. Section Two. Backgammon, a happy mix of skill and chance contains useful information on Blots - Bearing - Scoring - Average Tables - Tactics - Throws - Back Game - Home Table - Problems - Laws of the Game - Russian Backgammon or Tric Trac. Etc. Many of the earliest gaming books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

"Fame to Infamy: Race, Sport, and the Fall from Grace" follows the paths of sports figures who were embraced by the general populace but who, through a variety of circumstances, real or imagined, found themselves falling out of favor with the public. The contributors focus on the roles played by athletes, the media, and fans in describing how once-esteemed popular figures find themselves scorned by the same public that at one time viewed them as heroic, laudable, or otherwise respectable.

The book examines a wide range of sports and eras, and includes essays on Barry Bonds, Kirby Puckett, Mike Tyson, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, Branch Rickey, Joe Louis and Max Schmeling, Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain, and Jim Brown, as well as an afterword by noted scholar Jack Lule and an introduction by the editors. "Fame to Infamy" is an interdisciplinary volume encompassing numerous approaches in tracing the evolution of each subject's reputation and shifting public image.

Originally published in 1855, this early work on Horses and Hounds is both expensive and difficult to find in its first edition.With detailed chapters on all aspects of Fox hunting with horses and hounds, this fascinating work is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all Hunters. 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.

The Reese Boys is the story of a man, his five sons, and a dream that took 25 years to bring to fruition. The story tells of joy, pain, grief, death, success, fame, and fortune, along with paramilitary action and millions of dollars changing hands along the way. All in the name of football. Told by a man named Walter Reese that had one son named Ray, Walter watched the entire story transpire from the very beginning. Not ever mentioning himself, Walter tells a story that will re-instill your feelings for family, friendships and dreams. You will take a roller coaster ride with one thing after another throwing a surprise or curve ball at you. Ray and Robin Reese have identical twin boys on the same day at the same hospital in 1976 that Tom and Toni Tyler have twin girls. Doctor Dave Dixon introduced Ray and Tom at the baby viewing window and a family friendship started that grew stronger and stronger every year. Along the way, Tom had four more girls, and Ray had four more boys. These five boys and their dad grabbed the attention of America with their story. The families found happiness, joy and fun along the way, but must endure terrible pain, grief, and suffering with it. In the end, they are closer than ever. And America loves them.

Originally published in early 1930s. The author was a Past President of the Old English Sheepdog Club and also Founder of the American Old English Sheepdog Club. The illustrated contents deal with every aspect of this much loved breed. Chapters include: History and some Old Time Breeders - Hints to Beginners - Description - Nutrition - Management - Breeding and Whelping - Puppies - Ailments - Training and Working - Shows and Showing - Judging - Abroad - Some Recollections - Financial Side etc. Many of the earliest dog books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Originally published in 1880. Contains full and detailed instructions for designing and building punts, shooting punts, skiffs, canoes, sailing boats etc. Well illustrated with working diagrams. Many of the earliest sailing books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Originally published in 1861, this fascinating book contains practical and scientific instructions in batting, bowling and fielding. Much of the information contained within is still useful and practical today. 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.

Originally published in the late 1800s. The illustrated contents describe and instruct on various aspects of games of skill: Chess - Draughts - Backgammon - Dominoes - Solitaire - Fox and Geese - Agon - Minor Games - Bagatelle - Billiards etc.Many of the earliest games books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Jane Austen's novels portray a leisured society of gentlemen and ladies who do not need to work. Even the men with professions, such as sailors and soldiers, are almost never seen working; though leisure was not meant to be an excuse for idleness. The proper uses of leisure are to fulfill duties, to read and think, and to pursue social relations in a world where family and marriage for the propertied were of central importance. The activities pursued in Jane Austen's novels, and the way they apply themselves to them, are significant to the understanding of her characters and the roles they play. The working of society depended on a round of visits, dinners and evening parties. Bath and other spas were active centres of entertainment of all kinds; and the seaside resorts were growing in importance. Jane Austen experienced these and put them to use in her novels; but she also registered the fact that quiet, solitary pursuits such as reading, walking or needlwork might be more to the taste of a Fanny Price or Anne Elliot. Male characters enjoy their leisure in a number of sports, often glimpsed off stage - John Thorpe drives his gig wildly through Bath and Tom Bertram is nearly killed by a fall at Newmarket. This text identifies leisure and its use as a central characteristic of Austen's work.

Originally published in 1903, It was the Authors aim to be of real practical service to Anglers who wish to visit Wales. This is a fascinating read for any angler or historian interested in the area, It also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to 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 artwork and text.

8 days on the Delaware River: A Trip To Remember, is about a fishing and camping adventure complete by Author Paul Donovan and his fishing buddy Ray Labarre. The trip was talked about for about 18 years and finally occurred in May 2006. The 120 mile trip started in Hancock, NY and was to end at Kittatinny Beach in Delaware Water Gap, PA Rays 14 foot aluminum boat had taken us up and down the Delaware River many times over those 18 years, but generally in the National Park area in and above the Delaware Water Gap. This time, fully loaded for a week in the outdoors, we were venturing North in waters that are better suited for canoes. The eight-day adventure covered low rocky water situations as well as some rather fast scary rapids as we enjoyed fantastic sights along the scenic Upper and Middle Delaware Rivers areas. There was an emergency room visit, shopping for a new oar, naturally a few fishing stories and a truly unexpected 'boat ride' that kept us moving along. With some stories from past trips and the experiences of this trip all relayed day by day, chapter by chapter, you will enjoy. . . . . . .8 Days on the Delaware River: A Trip To Remember.

This early work is a compelling read for the dance enthusiast and historian. Easy to follow instructions provide a complete how-to guide to sequence dancing. Contents Include: Introductory; Advice to the beginner in Sequence Dancing; Abbreviations Used in Descriptions of Dances; The Direction of Your Steps; The Food Positions; Partners' Positions in Relation to Each Other; The Easiest Way to Start; The Harry Lime Foxtrot; The Saunters: Slow Sequence Foxtrots; The Yearning Saunter; Saunter Serenade; The Old Time Waltz; Waltz Figures in Sequence Dances; Carina Waltz; Quaker Girl Waltz; Hesitation Waltz; The Evening Waltz; Chrysanthemum Waltz; The Gavotte as a Sequence Dance; The Butterfly Gavotte; The Gavotina; The International Waltz; The Marine Four-Step; Doris Waltz; Eve Three-Step; Florentine Waltz; The Tango as a Sequence Dance; Elizabeth Tango; The Donella Tango; Eugene Tango; the Mazurka as a Sequence Dance; Oriental Mazurka; Marie Mazurka; The Dutch Foursome; The Western Schottische; Blue Danube Waltz; The Dream Waltz; Tango Fascination; The Fylde Waltz; Waltz Superbe; and Other Sequence Dances. 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.

The Rugby Almanack is the world's longest running rugby book of record. It was first published in 1935 to cover the previous season's first-class rugby in New Zealand. Since then it has been published uninterrupted (apart from two combined issues during World War II). Now in its 85th edition, the 2021 Rugby Almanack records another huge year, including the All Blacks in the Rugby Championship and the Bledisloe Cup, plus Women's Rugby, Super Rugby, Mitre 10 Cup and Mitre 10 Championship and a full summary of sevens rugby.

With hundreds of books dedicated to conventional sports and activities, this encyclopedia on the weirdest and wackiest games offers a fresh and entertaining read for any audience. Weird Sports and Wacky Games around the World: From Buzkashi to Zorbing focuses on what many would consider abnormal activities from across the globe. Spanning subjects that include individual games, team sports, games for men and women, and contests involving animal competitors, there is something for every reader. Whether researching a particular country or region's traditions or wanting an interesting read for pleasure, this book offers an array of uses and benefits. Though the book focuses on games and sporting activities, the examination of these topics gives readers insight into unfamiliar places and peoples through their recreation-an essential part of the human experience that occurs in all cultures. Such activities are not only embedded in everyday life but also indelibly interconnected with social customs, war, politics, commerce, education, and national identity, making the whimsical topic of the book an appealing gateway to insightful, highly relevant information. Presents interesting information on a wide variety of culturally significant activities, from the ancient to the ultra-modern Contains entries that are detailed yet accessible for general readers Covers British pub games and similar activities in other countries seldom featured in reference books Frames each entry within a global context Features a list of Further Reading suggestions