Most Popular Books by Jim Gigliotti

A pictorial history of baseball and its famous players covers the earliest professional game, the introduction of the World Series, the affect of World War II on the sport, and the present day home-run race.

Reviews several NASCAR races that are memorable for the drivers, the competitiveness, and/or the tactical maneuvering that made them exciting.

Describes the seven teams that make up the Atlantic Division of the National Basketball Association, their histories, famous players, and statistics.

This book gives the details of the life and career of teenage golf sensation, Michelle Wie.

Learn more about the renowned British scientist, professor, and author who spent his entire career trying to answer the question: "Where did the universe come from?" Stephen Hawking was born exactly three hundred years after the death of the scientist Galileo, so maybe it was written in the stars that he would become a famous scientist in his own right. Although he was diagnosed with a neurological disease at age 21, Stephen did not let the illness define his life. Known for his groundbreaking work in physics, and identified by his wheelchair and computerized voice system, Stephen continued his research until his death in 2018. He is best known for his black hole theories and his best-selling book A Brief History of Time. Stephen Hawking is an example of a person who had a great mind, but an even greater spirit.

USC ended the 2004 season on top of the college football world after a resounding victory over Oklahoma in the Bowl Championship Series'' title game. It was the 11th national championship for a program that has won more than 700 games in more than a century of play. Trojan football is much more than a litany of on-field accolades, though. It''s also the marching band and the song girls, Conquest and Fight On, Traveler and the Coliseum. It is the locker-room tunnel, Tommy Trojan, the Rose Bowl on New Year''s Day, and not just one, but two, annual rivalry games. This book chronicles many of the dramatic moments and colorful characters in one of college football''s most storied programs.

Introduces the five teams in the National League West including their histories, famous players and statistics.

Presents information, including biographical profiles and career statistics, about some of the major league baseball''s best pitchers.

A handbook for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup series that includes race dates, common racing terms, and profiles of the drivers.

The author explains the many skills necessary to be a complete player, and also the desire and passion required.

Examines sports in the twentieth century, from the early days of professional leagues to modern championships, and discusses the impact of sports on the social and cultural history of the United States.

Recounts a decade of sports highlights, covering historical high points, scandals, records, and championships.

This volume describes the sports highlights of each year during the nineteen seventies.

Profiles the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team, including its history, notable players, and team all-time career records.

Introduces medieval knighthood and the process of becoming a knight, and describes the weapons, armor, and castles of the time.

Learn about the key players and wins that have made the Indiana Pacers a potential NBA contender. Get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home court, its fans, and its most memorable moments.

Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Oklahoma Sooners one of the most popular teams in college football. Readers will get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team''s most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, information about the author, and an index.

Briefly describes some of baseball''s best contemporary pitchers.

Meet today''s best pro players, quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers.

Learn about the key players and wins that have made the Brooklyn Nets a potential contender in the NBA. Get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home court, its fans, and its most memorable moments.

Learn about the key players and wins that have made the Chicago Bulls a successful NBA franchise. Get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home court, its fans, and its most memorable moments.

An introduction to the sport of skydiving.

Profiles the Arizona Diamondbacks baseball team, including its history, notable players, and team all-time career records.

Focuses on the southern basketball division of the National Basketball Association.

Discusses powerboat racing, including the different types of powerboats and the competition of powerboat racing.

Learn about the key players and wins that have made the Philadelphia 76ers a successful NBA franchise. Get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home court, its fans, and its most memorable moments.

Covers the life and achievements of NFL star Tom Brady, discussing his college and professional football careers, as well as his interests outside of the sport. Includes career statistics.

Whether you''re cheering on your favorite team at its home stadium with thousands of other fans or watching the game at home with your friends, the excitement of the National Football League is unmatched in the world of sports. The crisp fall air and the sound of pads crashing are enough to capture any fan''s attention. From the first game''s kickoff to the final moments of the Super Bowl, each season provides the thrilling action that fans crave. AFC North lets you spend the off-season getting to know more about the division''s teams. Statistics and history give you the inside scoop on your favorite team and its biggest rivals. Player profiles get you up close and personal with the league''s brightest stars. From the Baltimore Ravens to the Pittsburgh Steelers, AFC North has all the information you need to become an expert on the teams of the NFL''s AFC North division. Touchdown! Book jacket.

Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Nebraska Cornhuskers one of the most popular teams in college football. Readers will get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home stadium, its fans, and the team''s most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, information about the author, and an index.

Examines the history, stars, and stadium of each team in the AFC South division.

Learn about the key players and wins that have made the Detroit Pistons a successful NBA franchise. Get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home court, its fans, and its most memorable moments.

This book briefly examines personal watercraft, and how they are used.

This is a biography of Dale Jarrett, who, in 1996, became the first driver to win the Daytona 500 and the Brickyard 400 in the same year.

Learn about the key players and wins that have made the Washington Wizards an NBA contender. Get a glimpse into the team''s history, its home court, its fans, and its most memorable moments.

When the New York Giants need a player to come through in the final minutes of a game, they call on their star quarterback--Eli Manning. For more than a decade, Eli has helped lead the Giants to victory, including two Super Bowls wins. His powerful arm and ability to think quickly set him apart on the field. Yet Eli is much more than an incredible quarterback. He''s also passionate about helping others. When his home city of New Orleans was hit by a terrible storm, Eli gathered supplies to help those affected. Eli also raises money to help people with disabilities and to fund a children''s hospital. In Eli Manning, readers will follow this NFL superstar''s football career and discover how he has made a difference in people''s lives both on and off the field. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

The San Diego Chargers know they can depend on quarterback Philip Rivers when the going gets tough. This hard-throwing quarterback has led his team to dozens of incredible comeback victories. He is also known for shattering many of the team''s passing records. Philip shines on the field as an amazing athlete, but he''s also a leader in his community. Dedicated to helping children in need, he started the Rivers of Hope Foundation to benefit foster children. Another cause close to Philip''s heart is helping sick children. In Philip Rivers, readers will follow this NFL superstar''s football career and discover how he has made a difference in people''s lives both on and off the field. Large, full-color action photos and engaging text will keep readers turning the pages for more.

Every football game begins with a kick-off . . . but how did the first football game begin? And when? This brilliant book, packed with football memorabilia and historic photos, takes readers back to the early rough-and-tumble days of football. Find out why Teddy Roosevelt played a big part, who ran the "flying wedge", and just how Pudge Hefflefinger was! For fans of the NFL, college football, or high school football, this book will show them how their favourite sport evolved from a backyard brawl into a mighty empire! Get ready for KICK-OFF!

Presents a short survey of the history of the World Series and profiles the 1912 classic between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Giants, the 1960 series between Pittsburgh and the Yankees, and the infamous "Curse of the Bambino."