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Fistic combat represents the greatest human drama in all of
sport. Roman gladiators thrilled citizens and emperors alike when
they entered the octagon to face an intense, life-threatening
experience. Boxing, the sport of kings, also has its roots in the
ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome. Banned in 500 A.D. by the
Emperor Theodoric, it resurfaced twelve centuries later in England.
John Milton praised it as a noble art for building character in
young men, and sports writer A.J. Leibling dubbed it the Sweet
Science. Many of its major protagonists - men such as Joe Louis,
Rocky Marciano and Muhammad Ali - have become transcendent,
near-mythic heroes. But boxing is not the only combat sport, and
mixed martial arts, in all their ferocious beauty, represent the
fastest growing sports genre in the world. Ultimate Fighting
Championships (UFC) has joined boxing in paying seven figures to
some of its champions, and draws millions in its pay-per-view
events. This book details leading figures in boxing, sumo
wrestling, kickboxing, Greco-Roman wrestling, and mixed martial
arts (including organizations such as Ultimate Fighting, PRIDE,
K-1, Total Combat, and SportFighting). Over 150 entries cover
champions, contenders, and other famous combatants from all over
the world, as well as legendary promoters, managers, trainers, and
events. Also included in this encyclopedia are sidebars on
controversies, highlights, brief bios, and other noteworthy events,
along with a general timeline.
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This book presents a sweeping view of boxing in the United States
and the influence of the sport on American culture. Boxing has long
been a popular fixture of American sport and culture, despite its
decidedly seedy side (the fact that numerous boxing champions
acquired their skills in prison or reform schools, the corruption
and greed of certain boxing promoters, and the involvement of the
mob in fixing the outcome of many big fights). Yet boxing remains
an iconic and widely popular spectator sport, even in light of its
decline as a result of the recent burgeoning interest in mixed
martial arts (MMA) contests. What had made this sport so
enthralling to our nation for such a long period of time? This book
contains much more than simple documentation of the significant
dates, people, and bouts in the history of American boxing. It
reveals why boxing became one of America's leading spectator sports
at the turn of the century and examines the factors that have
swayed the public's perception of it, thereby affecting its
popularity. In Boxing in America, the author provides a compelling
view of not only the pugilist sport, but also of our country, our
sources of entertainment, and ourselves. Includes information from
the early "bare knuckles" era of boxing up to modern-day stars and
matchups, presenting the history of boxing in a chronological
fashion
Despite the thirst for more information about women's golf, very
little exists about its history outside of books about the
legendary Babe Didrikson Zaharias. Hudson fills this void, offering
a complete history of women in golf. He focuses on the fascinating
development of women's golf, the creation of the women's tour, star
athletes of the past, the astronomical rise of the present-day tour
greats, and the future of the sport. Golf may well have replaced
baseball as America's pastime, and the sport enjoys incredible
popularity across the globe. At the professional level, women's
golf continues to escalate in popularity and media attention,
particularly with the dominance of LPGA champion Annika Sorenstam
and the interest surrounding teenage phenom Michelle Wie. Despite
the thirst for more information about women's golf, very little
exists about its history outside of books about the legendary Babe
Didrikson Zaharias. Hudson's new book fills this void, focusing on
the fascinating development of women's golf, the creation of the
women's tour, star athletes of the past, and the astronomical rise
of the present-day tour greats. In addition, Hudson examines
women's golf in the context of the country's history of
discrimination against women. Women's golf grew in popularity after
the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, granting the right of
suffrage. Unfortunately, gender discrimination remains a reality in
the world of golf in certain locales of country club golf.
Nonetheless, women's golf has never been more popular. For example,
the Futures Tour, where girls and young women hone their skills on
the way to the LPGA, has grown to more than 300 players from 27
countries, making it the largest international developmental tour
in the world. And the 2006 LPGA Tour featured 34 events with prize
money nearing $50 million, the highest ever in LPGA history. In
1890, Hudson writes, the Washington Post reported that some girls
are anxious to learn golf, because they are really fond of sport
and exercise; others, because it gives them a chance to show off a
natty suit. Those girls are now acknowledged as women—and this
book shows how very far they, and their sport, have come.
Detailed yet highly readable, this book explores essential and
illuminating primary source documents that provide insights into
the history, development, and current conceptions of the First
Amendment to the Constitution. The freedom to speak one's mind is a
subject of great importance to most Americans but especially to
students, minorities, and those who are socially or economically
disadvantaged—individuals whose voices have historically been
censored or marginalized in American society. Documents Decoded:
Freedom of Speech offers accessible, student-friendly explanations
of specific developments in freedom of speech in the United States
and carefully excerpted primary documents, making it an
indispensable resource for educators seeking to teach the First
Amendment and for students wanting to learn more about important
free-speech decisions. The chronologically ordered documents
explore topics typically covered in American history and government
curricula, addressing such contemporary issues as the regulation of
online speech, flag desecration, parody, public school student
speech, and the Supreme Court's recent decisions on the issue of
corporate speech rights.
For nearly 20 years, William Hubbs Rehnquist served as the 16th
Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. During these two
decades, the Court issued major decisions involving federalism,
abortion, affirmative action, civil rights, privacy, and the 2000
presidential election. Throughout his tenure, Justice Rehnquist was
conventionally perceived as a conservative, partly for the
anti-civil rights memos he had written earlier in his career. He
became a lightning rod for controversy during his confirmation
hearings in 1972 for Associate Justice and again in 1986 when he
became Chief Justice. Surprisingly, however, Hudson's balanced,
nonpartisan examination of the Rehnquist Court and its
personalities shows that Rehnquist's conservatism is quite mild
compared to that of the "ideological purity" of Justices Clarence
Thomas and Antonin Scalia, and that Rehnquist did an admirable job
of playing moderator as Chief Justice, exhibiting sensitivity
toward his colleagues.
Offering an engaging overview of the U.S. presidency and all past
presidents, this valuable tome asks a variety of questions, from
the trivial to the topical, that further expands one's
understanding of America's highest office. With an intriguing range
of questions about religious affiliations, unusual backgrounds, and
tidbits of odd trivia--from "Which president killed a man in a
duel?" to "Who was the first Baptist to become president?"--this
reference also covers former presidential candidates, first ladies,
key appointments, and election results. Revealing important answers
to foreign policy questions and decisions made during times of war,
as well as presidential actions in times of economic boom and bust,
isolationism and expansion, and economic policies and unusual
anecdotes, this fun and absorbing anthology provides a thorough
overview of more than 200 years of U.S. presidents.
The only book of its kind to examine all aspects of a young adult's
legal rights at school, at work, and at home, including recent
developments in teen-oriented legislation. Widespread Internet use
and evolving privacy concerns compromise the legal rights of
teenagers. While smart phones, social networking, and online music
downloading pose new legal complications for teens and their
parents to navigate, the Supreme Court has grappled with rights
concerning every aspect of a young adult's life long before now.
This newly updated text, written in accessible language and
presented through an informal FAQ format, simplifies the laws,
rights, and constitutional implications affecting young people
today. In an easy-to-understand, non-intimidating style, First
Amendment scholar David L. Hudson Jr. provides an authoritative
analysis of the judicial system, utilizing actual court cases and
legal arguments to help teens better understand their rights under
the law. Additionally, the text presents recent changes and
interpretations of legal areas still in debate. This third edition
features an updated examination of recent topics that includes
cyberbullying, "sexting," social media privacy, and illegal
downloads of online content. Includes excerpted primary sources and
thought-provoking sidebars that allow readers to directly engage
with the law Provides simple and straightforward answers to common
legal concerns and questions asked by teens and parents Reveals
areas of the law that are still in debate Clarifies what kind of
speech is permissible online and the occasions when parents and
schools can legally limit what is expressed
The U.S. Supreme Court, its decisions, and its nominating process
for new justices are often in the news ... but are just as often
not well understood. Constitutional law professor David L. Hudson,
Jr., explains the cases, processes, and important history with this
in-depth primer on the U.S. Supreme Court. How has the Supreme
Court justices' thinking on gun rights, abortion, free speech,
freedom of religion, and many other controversial issues evolved?
What were some of the court's most important and monumental
decisions ... and failures? Which justices have-and have had-the
most influence on the court? Has the nominating process always been
so political and bitter? Covering the history, nominating process,
and court decisions on individual and other rights as well as a few
fun facts, The Handy Supreme Court Answer Book David L. Hudson,
Jr., J.D. provides you with 600 answers to questions such as ...
How was the U.S. Supreme Court created? Under the Constitution, who
appoints Supreme Court justices? Have any Supreme Court justices
been impeached? Which president introduced an infamous
court-packing plan in 1937? Which Supreme Court justice in the 20th
century did not have a law degree? What are some suggestions for
reforming the confirmation process? What did the Rehnquist Court
decide in the 2000 presidential election? Why did Justice Ruth
Bader Ginsburg dissent in the Lily Ledbetter case? Which justice
wrote that he couldn't define obscenity, but "I know it when I see
it"? When did the Supreme Court establish the so-called "Miranda
Rights"? How did the Supreme Court emphasize privacy protection for
cell phone searches? How has the Supreme Court dealt with the death
penalty for juveniles? In what infamous decision did the Supreme
Court regard African Americans as slaves and property? When did the
Supreme Court invalidate a ban on interracial marriages? Why was
the decision in Roe v. Wade not the leading story in many
newspapers on the date of its decision? Why, according to Justice
Samuel Alito, was Roe such a bad decision? Why is interpreting the
Second Amendment perhaps more of a challenge than other amendments
in the Bill of Rights? Who was the only Supreme Court Justice to
have signed the Declaration of Independence? Which Justice wrote a
book about the United States as a Christian nation? Which Justice
wrote a book on civil disobedience and protest? What Supreme Court
justice was formerly a member of the Ku Klux Klan? What is the
nickname of the Supreme Court Building? Which justice was nicknamed
"The Lone Ranger"? Taking an even-handed approach to controversial
issues and various points of view, The Handy Supreme Court Answer
Book sheds a light on the differing and changing interpretations of
the critical issues before the court, as well as the confirmation
process and some of the court's most important justices. Richly
illustrated, it also has a helpful bibliography, glossary, and
extensive index. Thoroughly updated since it was last published
fifteen years ago. this invaluable resource will help you
understand the rulings and importance of the U.S. Supreme Court!
From the origins of the court to modern practical
matters--including the federal judiciary system, the Supreme
Court's session schedule, and the argument, decision, and appeal
process--this resource provides detailed answers on all aspects of
the Supreme Court. Exploring the social, cultural, and political
atmosphere in which judges are nominated and serve, this guide book
answers questions such as "When did the tradition of nine justices
on the bench begin?" "When did the practice of hiring law clerks to
assist with legal research and writing begin?" and "How do cases
reach the Supreme Court?" Details on historic decisions--including
"Marbury v. Madison," "Brown v. Board of Education," "Miranda v.
Arizona," and "Bush v. Gore"--accompany a thorough history of all
17 Supreme Court Chief Justices.
This book uses primary sources to closely examine the Equal
Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment and to show how legal
interpretations of it have had a profound impact on American life
as we know it. The Fourteenth Amendment addresses many aspects of
American citizenship, including the rights of citizens. The most
commonly used—and frequently litigated—phrase in the amendment
is "equal protection of the laws." This phrase has figured
prominently in a plethora of landmark cases in U.S. history dealing
with a variety of issues, including Brown v. Board of Education
(racial discrimination), Roe v. Wade (reproductive rights), Bush v.
Gore (election recounts), Reed v. Reed (gender discrimination),
University of California v. Bakke (racial quotas in college
admissions), and Obergefell v. Hodges (gay marriage). This book
closely examines the history and development of the Equal
Protection Clause and details the many ways in which it has shaped
U.S. history. Selections show how the equal protection clause came
into being in the post-Civil War era; feature seminal Supreme Court
decisions on the nature and extent of applications of the equal
protection clause in American life and law through the years; and
include documents that consider the impact that the equal
protection clause has had and may have on American society in the
21st century.
Early civilizations, Native Americans, the English colonies,
slavery, the American Revolution, the Declaration of Independence
and the Bill of Rights begin the journey and lay the foundation for
the United States of today. "The Handy American History Answer
Book" takes a walk through the economic, political, social forces
and military conflicts that created, changed, and built the United
States. It explains the impact of the biggest events, the wars, the
presidents, lesser known personalities and figures, sports, music,
and much more. This handy primer is a captivating, concise, and
convenient history of America and Americans.
"The Handy American History Answer Book" is a resource for
learning--for brushing up on the events, terms, and history-makers
many of us remember but somehow can't always neatly define. This
book is not intended to be a comprehensive work on American
history; that can't be done in a single volume. Still, the minds
that conceived of it thought that reasonably intelligent people
ought to have a convenient place to go to look up those devilish
questions that have a way of cropping up in everyday conversation
and reading.
From Washington to the micro-chip, Columbus to modern terrorist
threats, the Anasazi to the iPhone, "The Handy American History
Answer Book" traces the development of the nation, including the
impact of the Civil War, the discovery of gold in California, the
inventions, the political and economic crises, and the technology
transforming modern culture today. It answers nearly 900 commonly
asked questions and offers fun facts about American, its history,
and people, such as:
What were the first crops developed by the early Indian
cultures?
Why does controversy surround Christopher Columbus?
What was the Lost Colony?
When did the first Africans arrive in the British colonies of North
America?
What was the Stamp Act?
Who was Thomas Paine and why were his philosophies important to the
American Revolution?
What was the significance of Valley Forge?
Did the United States colonies have the death penalty?
Why did Elbridge Gerry, Edmund Randolph, and George Mason refuse to
sign the Constitution?
What were the Lincoln-Douglas debates?
What Civil War nurse later founded the American Red Cross?
What were robber barons?
Who invented the sport of basketball?
How bad was the San Francisco earthquake of 1906?
What was the Harlem Renaissance?
Who were the "Four Horsemen"?
Who was "Pretty Boy Floyd"?
Was the U.S. mainland attacked during World War II?
When did the Cold War begin?
Whatever happened to Gary Powers?
How was Earl Warren crucial to the Brown decision?
What caused the Vietnam War?
What was Reaganomics?
What was the most successful spin-off of "All In The Family"?
What impact did the Challenger disaster have on the U.S. space
program?
What record producer co-founded Def Jam?
President Bush named the first two African-Americans in history to
serve as Secretaries of State. Who were they?
Who became the first space tourist?
How many states recognize same-sex marriages?
Is there an American poet laureate?
Written for law school students, Professional Responsibility
provides comprehensive information on every aspect of practicing
the law with professionalism and the highest of ethical standards.
Readers are first introduced to the history of legal ethics, which
dates back to the time of ancient Rome. The book then discusses the
American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct. In
the subsequent eight chapters students consider the rules in detail
and see how they are applied in bar admission, duty of competence
and malpractice, the attorney-client relationships, and the setting
of fees. The text also addresses confidentiality, conflict, the
duty to file in good faith, attorney advertising, and lawyer
criticism of the judiciary. Filled with examples and stories from
legal history, Professional Responsibility successfully brings
professional rules to life while making them both accessible and
comprehensible. It is an excellent choice for courses in legal
ethics and legal practice.
From a trusted scholar and powerful story teller, an accessible and
lively history of free speech, for and about students.
"Let the Students Speak " details the rich history and growth of
the First Amendment in public schools, from the early
nineteenth-century's failed student free-expression claims to the
development of protection for students by the U.S. Supreme Court.
David Hudson brings this history vividly alive by drawing from
interviews with key student litigants in famous cases, including
John Tinker of "Tinker v. Des Moines Independent School District"
and Joe Frederick of the "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" case, "Morse v.
Frederick." He goes on to discuss the raging free-speech
controversies in public schools today, including dress codes and
uniforms, cyberbullying, and the regulation of any violent-themed
expression in a post-Columbine and Virginia Tech environment. This
book should be required reading for students, teachers, and school
administrators alike.
Mixed martial arts hasn t been dubbed the world s fastest growing
sport for nothing. It s noticeably rocked the sporting world since
the creation of the Ultimate Fighting Championship nearly two
decades ago and has even shaken up the pop culture scene. Who would
have expected popular MMA fighter Chuck Liddell to trade in his
sparring gloves for dance shoes on "Dancing with the Stars"? A
combo of grappling, punching, kneeing, and kicking, this sport
looks like it will be grounding and pounding, sprawling and
brawling, for some time to come."Mixed Martial Arts Most Wanted "
steps into the cage and brings you round after round of fighting
deeds and details worthy of a sport known for bloody battles and
ingenious tactics. Authors Adam T. Heath and David L. Hudson Jr.
have knocked out sixty top-ten lists detailing the low blows,
grappling greats, human anomalies, and fighting females that make
up the compelling world of mixed martial arts.There s no need to be
an insider Heath and Hudson bring you all of the sport s best
bouts, dirtiest moves, and brainscrambling kayos in a book that
will keep MMA enthusiasts reeling for months.
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