Biography - Babe Ruth (A&E DVD Archives)

Fast-paced and easy-to-read, these softcover 32-page graphic biographies teach students about historical figures: those who lead us into new territory, pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice and prejudice; and broke down creative and artistic barriers. These biographies offer a variety of rich primary and secondary source material to support teaching to standards. Using the graphics, students can activate prior knowledgebridge what they already know with what they have yet to learn. (Amazon.com, none)

Babe Ruth is the most recognized figure in baseball and a true American icon. In this brief but readable biography, author Wayne Stewart engagingly describes the highlights of Ruth's career and deftly examines the reasons for the unprecedented impact Ruth had on the game. Ruth's ability to hit the long ball and the flamboyance of his off-field persona infused the game with a new excitement that rescued baseball from the negative effects of the 1919 "Black Sox" scandal. The author draws new insig (Amazon.com, none)

Classic 5"x7" photos of yesterdays most prolific stars come exquisitely double-matted and framed in museum quality moldings. Complete with biography and engraved signature plate. Framed item measures 13x 11 (Amazon.com, none)

He came from the streets of Brooklyn to dominate the heavyweight world like no one since Muhammad Ali. But the rage that served him in the ring proved his downfall. Mike Tyson's life has all the marks of tragedy, much of it self-inflicted. BIOGRAPHY interviews childhood friends, members of his camp and sports journalists to create a picture of a man whose battles with personal demons have dealt him the defeats he dealt out in the ring. See footage of the young fighter before he was famous, and f (Amazon.com, none)

After beating ominous odds and conquering cancer, Lance Armstrong returned to cycling and won the Tour de France - five times. His courage, stamina, and charisma made him an international celebrity and a symbol of hope to millions. In 1996, 25-year-old Lance was diagnosed with testicular cancer which had spread to his abdomen, lungs, and brain - he was given a fifty-fifty chance of survival. Join Biography for the inspiring story of Lance's comeback, from diagnosis to rehabilitation to victor (Amazon.com, none)

In the ring and out, see the rage that made him a champion and led to his downfall in this portrait of a man who can't defeat the demons inside him. (Amazon.com, none)

Follow ike from his abilene boyhood to his days as supreme allied commander and finally to his legendary tenure at the white house. Studio: A&e Home Video Release Date: 04/26/2005 (Amazon.com, none)

In this intimate portrait experts & scholars connect the public & private lives of the pioneering first lady who helped transform the place of women in america. Studio: A&e Home Video Release Date: 04/26/2005 (Amazon.com, none)

He fought his way from the mean streets of Hong Kong to international superstardom. With blazing fists and a burning passion, he became one of the most celebrated kung-fu masters of all time. In classic films like Fists of Fury and Enter the Dragon, he created the martial arts action genre that has become a favorite of moviegoers worldwide. But just as he reached the height of fame, he was struck down by a mysterious ailment or was it the curse that supposedly follows his family? This fascinat (Amazon.com, none)

She is a Cinderella, of sorts: once a librarian, now First Lady. Interviews with Laura Bush, the President, and Bush family members and friends highlight this portrait. We go behind the public image to meet the real Laura Bush--the young woman involved in a fatal car accident, the new bride struggling to get pregnant, the reserved woman who agreed to support her husband in his public career, and now the polished national leader. (Amazon.com, none)

Portrait of the Mexican artist who began painting at age 15 while convalescing from a serious accident. Frida Kahlo sent her work to the great Diego Rivera, whom she later married. Pain, which dogged her all her life, and the suffering of women, are recurring and indelible themes in her often shocking works. Characterized by vibrant imagery, many of her pictures are striking self-portraits. (Amazon.com, none)

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He is perhaps the greatest sports hero in American history. George Herman ?Babe? Ruth, Jr., was more than just a ballplayer?he was a beloved public figure whose popularity at one time seemed to transcend that of baseball itself. Profane and earthy,... (BiggSports, mlb shop)

Each collectible comes beautifully designed with an 8x10 photo of Babe Ruth, a team medallion and an actual piece of game-used baseball. Officially licensed by Major League Baseball. The piece is double matted in team colors and framed in a wood step frame. Limited Edition of 500. Measures 17"x15". (Amazon.com, none)

Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig teamed on the New York Yankees to form one of baseball's most devastating hitting tandems ever. Ruth, ''Sultan of Swat,'' led the Bronx Bombers to seven A.L. pennants and four World Series titles, and finished his career with 714 home runs. Gehrig, ''The Iron Horse,'' had 13 consecutive seasons with both 100 runs scored and 100 RBI, averaging 139 runs and 148 RBI. His .361 batting average in seven World Series led the Yankees to six titles. Upper Deck salutes this extrao (Amazon.com, none)

This is an extremely high quality art print acquired directly from the artist. This poster shows Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth standing in their pinstriped uniforms. This poster measures approx. 11" x 17" Lou Gehrig (June 19, 1903 - June 2, 1941), was one of the most outstanding American baseball players, setting more than a score of Major League and American League records. He played for the New York Yankees until his career was tragically cut short by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). George Her (Amazon.com, none)

This is an extremely high quality art print acquired directly from the artist. This poster shows Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth standing in their pinstriped uniforms. This plaqued poster measures approx. 11" x 17" Lou Gehrig (June 19, 1903 - June 2, 1941), was one of the most outstanding American baseball players, setting more than a score of Major League and American League records. He played for the New York Yankees until his career was tragically cut short by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Ge (Amazon.com, none)

Babe Ruth grew up above a bar on the docks of Baltimore, Maryland. He began truanting school and hanging with a gang of boys. His father put him in a juvenile reform school, where Babe learned baseball. He became so good at baseball that he was offered a professional contract by the Baltimore Orioles. When he joined the New York Yankees, he became the best known baseball player in America, holding the home run record of 714 for decades. Babe Ruth rose above his troubled childhood and is sti (Amazon.com, none)

We have available most Life, Time, Newsweek & Literary Digest Magazines that feature athletes, movie stars and famous historical people on their covers. All are GUARANTEED ORIGINAL & AUTHENTIC. WE DO NOT SELL REPRINTS PHOTOCOPIES ETC. Pictured on the cover of this issue of Life Magazine are Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris. In overall excellent++ condition, this issue has no creases, rips or tears. This is the original Life magazine cover professionally matted to a size of 14 inch by 18 inch. Will (Amazon.com, none)

The Cam Jansen books are perfect for young readers who are making the transition to chapter books, and Cam is a spunky young heroine whom readers have loved for over two decades. Now the first ten books in the series have updated covers that bring new life to these perennial best-sellers. Old fans and new readers will love Cam's cool, modern look! (Amazon.com, none)

This is an official 97 baseball that has been hand signed by Babe Ruth & Hank Aaron. The autographs have been certified authentic by PSA/DNA and come with their full page certificate. (Amazon.com, none)

a true original Babe Ruth turns 100! including two articles: The legend that ruth built and sultan of Success. (Amazon.com, none)

This book is an important addition to the literature on modern English poets and poetry.A significant poet in her own right, Ruth Pitter has long deserved this biography, which thoughtfully assesses her place in the British poetic landscape. Popular in the United Kingdom from the early 1930s until her death in 1992, Pitter won the Hawthornden Prize for Literature in 1937 for "A Trophy of Arms" and was the first woman to win the Queen's Gold Medal for poetry in 1955. A working artisan from Chelse (Amazon.com, none)

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