Since the fast success of Lanny Poffo's new book, Limericks from the Heart (and Lungs!) it has sparked new interest for his 1988 book: Leaping Lanny: Wrestling with Rhyme. Have a glimpse into the …
Provides advice on equipment and preparations for weight lifting, describes a specific program of training spread over two days, and suggests follow-up activities.
The pocket guide to table tennis is designed to help players who already have a basic understanding of the game to improve their performance through match analysis and better tactical planning.
Discusses the origins and history of the winter Olympics, describes the development and rules of each sport, profiles stars from earlier games, and offers statistics and lists of winners.
What is it about sport that appeals to so many people? Is it the excitement of watching a team of players work together like a well-oiled machine? Is it the admiration of players' endurance as th…
A tug-of-war. Chariot sabotaging. Events ruined by the weather, cheating, disqualified competitors, and protests. Does this sound like the Olympic Games to you? The "modern" Olympic Games were foun…
This book which is part of a series that examines the creative arts is an introduction to the world of theatre from many different cultures all over the world and is intended to encourage young peo…
Describes the art of the ballet, including its origins and technique, the elements that go into creating a performance, and the training that dancers undergo.
Louise Bourgeois (1911–2010) was a world-renowned modern artist noted for her sculptures made of wood, steel, stone, and cast rubber. Her most famous spider sculpture, Maman, stands more than 30 …
Describes the origins, main features, and destruction of medieval castles, and discusses the way of life of the people who lived in them, knighthood, and sieges.