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Almost a Dynasty: The Rise and Fall of the Phillies

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kashatus, William C., PUBLISHER: University of Pennsylvania Press, Being a Phillies fan has never been easy. The team has amassed the most losses of any professional sports franchise in history, as well as the longest losing streak and the most last-place finishes in the major leagues. The year was redemption for a miserable, century-old legacy of losing. It was also the beginning of the end for a team that could have been among the very best in baseball throughout the decade. Between and the Philadelphia Phillies captured two pennants and a world championship. Legends like Tug McGraw, Steve Carlton, Mike Schmidt, and Pete Rose led the collection of homegrown products, veteran castoffs, and fair-haired rookies. If they had won another World Series, the team not only would have distanced themselves from a history of losing but would have established a championship dynasty. It never happened. The season was a watershed for both the Phillies and baseball. A players' strike led to a sixty-day work stoppage. The Phils, who had been in first place before the strike, were unable to regain their winning ways after play resumed. Labor relations between an increasingly powerful Players Association and inflexible owners became more acrimonious than ever before. Player salaries skyrocketed. Old loyalties were forgotten, and the notion of a homegrown team, like the Phillies, was a thing of the past. "Almost a Dynasty" details the rise and fall of the World Champion Phillies. Based on personal interviews, newspaper accounts, and the keen insight of a veteran baseball writer, the book convincingly explains why a team that had regularly made the post-season in the mid- to late s, only to lose in the playoffs, wasfinally able to win its first world championship.

The Rise and Fall of the Media Establishment

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: West, Darrell M., PUBLISHER: Palgrave MacMillan, Darrell West argues against prevailing wisdom that the media has increased in influence in the past decade. Covering over 200 years of American history, beginning in colonial America and ending with the present day, The Rise and Fall of the Media Establishment provides an overview of the media in various key stages of American History, paying particular attention to the rise and fall in influence of the media elite. West organizes the book into five distinct media eras: the Partisan, Commercial, Objective, Interpretive, and Fragmented Media. Each chapter, organized around these media eras, includes case studies that illustrate the theme of that chapter. Ideal for the general reader as well as the academic, The Rise and Fall of the Media Establishment offers an accessible, engaging book with a challenging thesis.

The rise and fall of the Kray Twins

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The rise and fall of the Kray Twins

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Blue Ray "legend" the rise and fall of the krays

Blue Ray disc "LEGEND" The rise and fall of the krays Absolute mint condition never opened still in the wrapping Plus added bonus of the original book about the krays Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Cross of Iron: The Rise and Fall of the German War Machine,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mosier, John, PUBLISHER: Holt McDougal, "In smooth, economical prose, Mosier] incorporates a number of thought-provoking insights and hypotheses... This is a stimulating overview of a war machine." --"Publishers Weekly" World War I has inspired a vast mythology of bravery and carnage that has fascinated readers for decades. Now acclaimed military historian John Mosier demystifies the strategic and tactical aspects to explain that, contrary to the standard military history accounts, Germany's military culture provided them with the advantage. Their war machine succeeded against more powerful Allied armies until, in both wars, it was crushed by U.S. intervention. Through simliarly stunning revelations, Mosier forces a reevaluation of the reasons behind the French withdrawal, the Russian contribution, and Hitler as a military thinker. The result of thirty years of research, "Cross of Iron" is a powerful, riveting, and authoritative recasting of the legends of modern European warfare.

Catch a wave the rise fall and redemption of the beach boys

Catch a wave the rise fall and redemption of the beach boys brian wilson Peter ames carlin good condition

The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich. by William L Shirver. Collectors Book

Thick Red Book. Seems to be in fair condition although it has a small tear on the front where the title is. See my Photo. Cash on Collection only please. Ad ID:

The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from

Click here to view this lot A first UK issue in Excellent/Near Mint condition.Cover is in Excellent Condition with Titling and Catalogue Details fully visible on the spine.Vinyl is in Near Mint Condition with no visible marks or scratches. Sound quality is Excellent.Includes Original Printer Inner Lyric Sheet in Good ConditionMatrix / Runout (A-side, variation 3): BGBS EMatrix / Runout (B-side, variation 3): BGBS EA genuine piece of music history Click here to visit Catawiki Read More

David Bowie "The Rise and fall of Ziggy Stardust and the

Presented to recognise sales in the United Kingdom of more than copies of the RCA records album "The Rise and fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars"postage is insured and tracked non official award Read More

The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from

Click here to view this lot A first UK issue in Excellent/Near Mint condition.Cover is in Excellent Condition with Titling and Catalogue Details fully visible on the spine.Vinyl is in Near Mint Condition with no visible marks or scratches. Sound quality is Excellent.Includes Original Printer Inner Lyric Sheet in Good ConditionMatrix / Runout (A-side, variation 3): BGBS EMatrix / Runout (B-side, variation 3): BGBS EA genuine piece of music historyClick here to visit Catawiki Read More

The trigan Empire, rise and fall of the Empire-11 x hc-first

Nice set the Trigan Empire albums (rise and fall of the Empire).3 city under fire4 colony in revolt (not signed)9 the struggle for power10 The substitute11 threat from the universe12 the imposter13 the revenge of a friend14 the stolen formula17 the evil eye18 The gambler19 the forgotten ValleyEdition Most are signed: Don Lawrence Read More

The trigan Empire, rise and fall of the Empire-1 to 35-2 x

Complete 35-piece series of the Trigan EmpireWith the following comments:No. in reprintAll other numbers in first edition.Nos. is the content los Read More

The trigan Empire, rise and fall of the Empire-1 to

Complete 35-piece series of the Trigan Empire in a beautiful state.All albums are in first editionAll albums are in very good to near mint condition. Read More

history of the rise and fall....edward gibbon

volumes 1 to 8 of roman empire history. very good condition bound. folio society. in red casing Read More

Libya: The Rise and Fall of Qaddafi (Hardcover)

For a reader unfamiliar with the history of Libya,Muammar Qaddafi might be mistaken for a character in fiction. His eccentric leadership as the nation's Brother Leader,his repressive regime,sponsorship of terrorist violence,unique vision of the state,and relentless hold on power all seem implausibly extreme. This riveting book documents the extraordinary reality of Qaddafi's rise and 42-year reign. It also explores the tenacious popular uprising that finally defeated him and the possibilities for

David Bowie the rise and fall of Ziggy Stardust

12 inch LP never been played. Mint condition -. edition Advise buyer collects. Read More

David Bowie -" The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust" - UK

David Bowie ?– The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars RCA Victor ?– SF , RCA Victor ?– LSP UK Press Collector Item in EX ConditionTrack ListA1Five Years4:42A2Soul Love3:34A3Moonage Daydream4:40A4Starman4:10A5It Ain't Easy2:58B1Lady Stardust3:22B2Star2:47B3Hang On To Yourself2:40B4Ziggy Stardust3:13B5Suffragette City3:25B6Rock 'N' Roll Suicide2:58[Label]A1 to A4, B1 to B6 - Titanic Music/Chrysalis MusicA5 - Rondor MusicA Gem Production? RCA RecordsManufactured by RCA Limited, England[Cover]? RCA LimitedPrinted in England by Robert StaceRCA Limited, Record Division, RCA House, Curzon Street, London W1[Inner sleeve]All songs ? copyright by Titanic Music Limited/Chrysalis Music Limited.Your purchase will be shipped with registered/insured mail in top quality package to ensure a safe delivery.Belgium, France,Luxembourg,Holland,Spain- Kiala service- 8.50 euro (Kiala on request) Read More

The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. Edward Gibbon

The boxed set is in excellent condition. The are 8 volumes Folio Society Vol.1 The Turn of the Tide Vol.2. Constantine and Christian Empire Vol.3. The Revival and Collapse of Paganism Vol.4. The End of the Western Empire Vol.5. Justinian and Roman Law Vol.6. Mohammed and the Rise of the Arabs Vol.7. The Norman's in Italy and the Crusades Vol.8. The Fall of Constantine and the Papacy in Rome Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Folio society, the history of the decline and fall of the Roman empire

FOLIO SOCIETY THE HISTORY OF THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE I have the full 8book collection here for sale all in very good condition presented in two 4 book hard protective covers The price is £115 If you require delivery this is at an additional cost to you Collection is also welcome

High Art Lite: The Rise and Fall of young british art

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stallabrass, Julian, PUBLISHER: Verso, A scathing and incisive critique of the contemporary art world, in an updated new edition. This extensively illustrated book is a lacerating account of the new British art scene which emerged in the s, its legacy in the 21st century, and what it tells us about the fate of high art in contemporary society. High Art Lite takes a critical look at the phenomenal success of YBA, young British artists obsessed with commerce, mass media and the cult of personality--Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin, Jake and Dinos Chapman, Marcus Harvey, Sarah Lucas, among others--and questions whether their success is at the price of dumbing down and selling out. In a new chapter, Stallabrass explains how YBA lost its critical immunity and explores the ways in which the leading YBA figures have altered their work in recent years.

The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (ref b5b2 to b12b2) Volume I The Turn of the Tide - MCMLXXXIII - Volume II Constantine and the Christian Empire - MCMLXXXIV - Volume III The Revival and Collapse of Paganism - MCMLXXXV - Volume IV The End of the Western Empire - MCMLXXXVI - Volume V Justinian and the Roman Law - MCMLXXXVII - Volume VI Mohammed and the Rise of the Arabs - MCMLXXXVIII - Volume VII The Normans in Italy and the Crusades - MCMLXXXIX - Volume VIII The Fall of Constantinople and the Papacy in Rome - MCMXC - by Edward Gibbon The Folio Society Edited and with introductions by Betty Radice and Felipe Fernandez Armesto All hardbacks with slipcases All individual approximate sizes: 260mm's x 165mm's x 32mm's All individual approximate net weights: 940 grams Condition: Books - all fine / slipcases all fine with the exception of Volume I which has a split on the lower rear edge about 32mm's long Description: Taken from the introduction, Volume I - After two hundred years the reputation of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire still stands high. For Hugh Trevor-Roper it remains 'the greatest historical work in our language'. The grandeur of its theme ranges over nearly fourteen hundred years of western history, from the Antonine emperors of AD A100 to the fall of Constantinople to the Turks in . Woven into its texture are the history of the Early Church, the dispersal of the Germanic peoples, the rise of Islam, the Dark Ages of Europe and the Crusades, all of which Gibbon saw as elements in a continuous process of change and development. Additional information / pictures given on request Postage rates are free for any address within the United Kingdom only - rates for elsewhere are not shown and depending on carrier may vary. Delivery costs are based on gross weight. There is no additional charge for packaging. Prices and carriers to be agreed by mutual consent. Every effort is made to provide clear and accurate information - returns are not accepted other than at the sellers discretion, allowing for good condition as received by the purchaser and in the original packaging. Read More

Edward Gibbon - The History of the Decline and Fall of the

Edward Gibbon, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, -The Folio Society, hardcover, printed by The Alden Press Ltd. Oxford. Measurements of each book ca. 26 x17 cm. Total number of pages: ca. . All books together weigh 7.7 kilograms. Fine copies.Volume I: The Turn of the Tide, , third edition, 320 pp.Volume II: Constantine and the Christian Empire, , third edition, 348 pp.Volume III: The Revival and Collapse of Paganism, , second edition, 367 pp.Volume IV: The End of the Western Empire, , third edition, 394 pp.Volume V: Justinian and the Roman Law, , second edition, 394 pp.Volume VI: Mohammed and the Rise of the Arabs, , first edition, 377 pp.Volume VII: The Normans in Italy and the Crusades, , second edition, 440 pp.Volume VIII: The Fall of Constantinople and the Papacy in Rome, pp.The set is in good condition.All books are decent. The book blocks are sturdy, the spines are without signs of use. Volume VII has a minor dent on the binding. The slipcases are somewhat scratched here and there (see pictures), the slipcase of volume II is slightly scuffed. Shipment with Track & Trace Read More

Madness - The Rise And Fall - Original Gatefold Vinyl

Original gatefold vinyl release of the album.... The Rise And Fall - Madness - the cover is slightly worn but otherwise in good collectable condition

Fall of the Phantom Lord: Climbing and the Face of Fear

In ,while attempting a new route on a difficult overhanging rock face,climber Dan Osman fell. Again and again,protected by the rope,he fell. He decided then that it would not be in climbing but in falling that he would embrace his fear--bathe in it,as he says,and move beyond it. A captivating exploration of the daredevil world of rock climbing,as well as a thoughtful meditation on the role of risk and fear in the author's own life. In the tradition of the wildly popular man-versus-n

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