Sports

Caitlin Clark arrived as a sports and cultural icon a little more than fifty years after the passage of Title IX, the 1972 law that opened the floodgates for girls and women to play sports in America. On Her Game is a sports story, certainly, but it’s also the story of a nation falling in love with what it has created because of that law—millions of new athletes, led by the magical Caitlin Clark.

The Ashes series of 1954–55 marked a watershed moment in the history of English cricket. Under the leadership of Len Hutton, the national team’s first professional captain, one of the greatest group of players ever to represent England won an Ashes series in Australia for the first time in more than 20 years. It is a feat that has been repeated only four times in more than 70 years since. But Hutton’s men had to overcome the additional obstacle of losing heavily in the first Test – only one England team has managed to win an overseas Ashes series after such a monumental setback.

After a life-changing neck injury left him paralyzed, Ed Jackson defied the odds to walk again. Driven by a renewed perspective on life and determination to push his limits, Ed set out to climb Himlung Himal—a 7,126-meter peak deep in Nepal's Himalayas. Stranded on the side of the mountain with no shelter, minimal food and water, and fading hope, the team endured a harrowing night, unsure if rescue would ever come.

Rekorde, Triumphe, Schicksale: Von Muhammad Ali über Dirk Nowitzki, Mark Spitz, LeBron James bis Serena Williams, von Pele, Niki Lauda, Steffi Graf und Nadia Comaneci bis Roger Federer – 15 spannende Lebensgeschichten der größten Sportler aller Zeiten.

Lee Murray’s life reads like a Hollywood script—except every jaw-dropping moment is real. From the brutal world of cage fighting to masterminding the largest cash robbery in UK history, his story is one of extraordinary highs and devastating lows. Raised in the tough streets of South London, Murray was a born fighter—both inside and outside the cage. His raw talent and knockout power saw him rise through the ranks of British MMA, culminating in a UFC fight that would put his name on the global stage.

Tauche ein in die faszinierende Geschichte eines Mannes, der den Basketballsport revolutionierte und als "His Airness" in die Annalen des Sports einging. Begleite mich auf dieser unvergesslichen Reise durch das Leben und die Karriere des größten Basketballspielers aller Zeiten. Von unseren bescheidenen Anfängen bis hin zu unseren atemberaubenden Erfolgen auf und abseits des Spielfelds verschaffe ich Dir einen umfassenden Blick auf das beeindruckende Erbe von Michael Jordan.

When I was seventeen, I saw England win the football world cup! In fact, I saw every single game played at Wembley during the 1966 championships and still have match day tickets and memorabilia from those days. The significance of what I had witnessed at such a tender age has only recently begun to dawn on me as England struggle to try and recapture those halcyon days and the ever-increasing media hype never fails to dredge up memories of 1966 at every subsequent International football tournament.

Prepare to be inspired, motivated, and enthralled by the remarkable story of a golfing great, a resilient human being, and a true sports icon. Whether you’re a dedicated golf enthusiast or a casual fan, Scottie Scheffler’s story offers valuable insights and lessons in perseverance, strategy, and passion. This gripping book takes you behind the scenes of Scottie Scheffler’s ascent from an aspiring golfer to one of the most celebrated stars on the PGA Tour… But you won’t just hear about the triumphs—you’ll get a closer look at the challenges and setbacks that have shaped his game and character.

Focusing on six key members of the team, Macho Row follows the remarkable season with an up-close look at the players’ lives, the team’s triumphs and failures, and what made this group so unique and so successful.

Mickey Mantle: a name synonymous with baseball greatness, yet shrouded in mystery. In 7 The Legend, Randall Swearingen, a lifelong fan turned Mantle historian, peels back the myth to reveal the man. Drawing from exclusive teammate stories, this vivid biography uncovers why Mantle was sent to Triple-A in 1951, the true extent of his crippling injuries, and the personal demons he battled off the field. From the roar of Yankee Stadium to the shadows of his conflicted marriage, Mantle’s journey is one of dazzling highs and heart-wrenching lows. Why did opponents name their sons after him?

「かつてプロレスとはゴールのないマラソンと言った自分ですが、ゴールすることに決めました」（武藤敬司引退ロード特設ページより）日本が世界に誇るプロレスの至宝武藤敬司が引退する。

Von ihrem Einstieg in den Sport über die lehrreichen Jahre ihrer Ausbildung bis hin zu den emotionalen Begegnungen mit ihren Herzenspferden zeichnet Hödl ein Bild, das sowohl faszinierend als auch schockierend ist. Durch ihre Augen erleben wir die ungeschönte Realität des Galopprennsports - eine Welt voller Leidenschaft und Schönheit, aber auch geprägt von Intrigen und Dunkelheit.

From ancient coliseums echoing with the roar of crowds to cutting-edge stadiums powered by AI, this book charts the fascinating evolution of sports arenas through time. Each chapter transports you to a different era, revealing how design, culture, and technology have shaped the places where history was made.

In Unmatched Grit, Adam Parsch takes listeners on an inspiring journey through the transformation of the Detroit Lions, improving their performance on the field and fostering a culture of unity, resilience, and trust. Under the leadership of owner Sheila Hamp, General Manager Brad Holmes, and Head Coach Dan Campbell, the Lions have emerged as a powerful example of what it means to build a thriving, positive workplace culture—a culture where humility, service, and respect drive success.

Véritable joyau du football français, Kylian Mbappé est devenu en quelques années une référence, en termes de performances. Au point de faire de lui l'un des joueurs les plus admirés. Ses buts inscrits en cascade avec son club, le PSG, ou en équipe de France donnent le tournis. De ses débuts à l'AS Bondy à son incroyable triplé en finale de la Coupe du monde au Qatar, en passant par ses débuts professionnels à l'AS Monaco, retrouvez à travers ce livre collector le parcours d'un surdoué du ballon rond.

Leader offensif du football, Antoine Griezmann a conquis le cœur des publics français et espagnol, par la qualité de son jeu et son sens du collectif. Pourtant rien n'était gagné pour l'adolescent, qui s'est vu rejeter par les clubs français : « Trop petit, mon ami ! ». De l'autre côté des Pyrénées, on s'est montré plus inspiré. Il a été repéré très tôt en Espagne, et révélé du côté de la Real Sociedad. Quand le public français découvre « Grizou », il tape dans l'œil de Didier Deschamps qui cherche un technicien supérieur dans l'entrejeu.

Courage is a memoir by Patricia Alcivar that will without a doubt impact anyone that listens to it. Living in New York City on her own since the age of 15, Patricia's story of overcoming abuse at the hands of her parents and relying on her faith and strength to help her keep moving forward will inspire you to never give up.

Louis "Pete" Rogers Browning was one of the greatest baseball players of the nineteenth century. His skills with the bat made the difficult art of hitting a baseball appear easy. Over his thirteen-year career, he won three batting titles, finished in the top three nine times, and was one of the premodern era's greatest hitters. Browning is recognized as not only the namesake but also the genesis for the famed Louisville Slugger, as the Hillerich & Bradsby Company shaped the first ever custom-made bat based on his instructions.

The marathon of life is to the last breath. Run well! This is a further addition to the autobiographical works of Jim Taousanis, detailing his earlier life and his road to maintaining martial arts as part of his life.

Unmasking Icons Dwayne Johnson peels back the layers of public image to reveal the man beneath the myth. This in-depth biography is not just a timeline of achievements—it’s a character study of a relentless reinvention artist who continues to adapt, grow, and lead across multiple domains. From his early days as a struggling football hopeful and third-generation wrestling legacy to becoming the world’s highest-paid actor and a global business mogul, Johnson’s life defies linear narratives and lazy celebrity stereotypes.