On a hot summer's night in June 1985 in one of the most emotionally charged fights of all time Barry Mc Guigan beat Eusebio Pedroza to become the featherweight champion of the world. An epic battle that lasted a full 15 rounds it remains one of sport's greatest moments
- watched by 27 000 spectators ringside & by a further 20 million on television around the world. Raised in the border town of Clones Co. Monaghan at the height of the troubles Barry Mc Guigan united people across sectarian & religious divides during a difficult time in the country's political history. A Catholic Barry married his Protestant childhood sweetheart Sandra in 1981. An Irishman he fought for the British title wearing boxing shorts in the colours of the United Nation's Flag of Peace
- & in place of a national anthem his musician father Pat Mc Guigan would often sing a heartfelt rendition of ' Danny Boy' before a fight. Engaging & intelligent Mc Guigan is a renowned & revered figure in the boxing world & beyond. In this candid autobiography The Clones Cyclone shares his stories of extraordinary professional triumph & devastating personal tragedy.

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The world of cycling is a veritable treasure trove ready to be plundered & in Cyclopedia " renowned two-wheeled aficionado William Fotheringham delves deep to unearth some 24-carat bike booty. This essential book is a miscellany of facts figures interesting snippets & quirky characters from the world of cycling. It tells you everything you could ever want to know about the bicycle from the history of the Tour de France to Chris Hoys dominance of the Beijing Velodrome via the origins of the ubiquitous quick release system & the diet that powered Graeme Obree to the world hour record
- marmalade & cornflakes. " Cyclopedia" has all the gear the equipment the races the chases the faces the places the drugs the sex & the scandals to convert any amateur cyclist into a fully-fledged BMX bandit."
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Dirk Pitt doesn't go looking for adventure: it finds him easily enough. His chance witnessing of an airship disaster
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This unusual book is a celebration of our most wonderful invention a machine which like no other magnifies the power of our bodies & carries us in all senses to places new. This is a book of big ideas & fascinating information. It is also a guide to the latest creative design & technology from around the world. Cycling brings different pleasures to different people. Whatever your cycling interests -- commuting touring racing family outings carrying loads having fun or just heading off onto the open road -- you will discover a world of pedal-powered wonders in Cyclorama. ...

Percussion The Cymbal Book is the first book of its kind. It details the 5000-year history & development of these fascinating instruments. Based on visits to all the major cymbal manufacturing companies & interviews with the worlds leading drummers journalist & drummer Hugo Pinksterboer has created a well-documented & readable book featuring over 200 photos & a 16-page color photo section. It covers topics such as selection & testing acoustics ideas for set-ups cleaning & repair & much much more. Whether read for enjoyment or used as a specific reference guide The Cymbal Book will answer every question on this subject. ...

Legendary & iconic singer-songwriter Cyndi Lauper offers a poignant account of the journey that led her to become an international superstar. From her years growing up in Queens New York to the making of enduring hits like ' Time After Time' ' Girls Just Wanna Have Fun' & ' True Colors' to becoming an actress a mother an outspoken activist & maintaining a music career that has lasted more than thirty years. After leaving her childhood home at seventeen Cyndi took on a series of jobs: racetrack hot walker IHOP waitress & as she puts it 'gal Friday the thirteenth' as she pursued her passion for music. She worked her way playing small gigs & broke out in 1983 with ' She's So Unusual' which earned her a Grammy for Best New Artist & made her the first female artist in history to have four top five singles on a debut album. & while global fame wasn't always what she expected she has remained focused on what matters most. Cyndi is a gutsy real-life heroine who has never been afraid to speak her mind & stick up for a cause
- whether it's women's rights gay rights or fighting against HIV/AIDS. With her trademark warmth & humour Cyndi fearlessly writes of a life she's lived only on her own terms.
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Arlen Wagner has seen it in men before
- a trace of smoke in their eyes that promises imminent death. He is never wrong. When Arlen
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A fractured identity a passionate people & lifestyle culture & landscape that capture the imagination providing plenty of surprises. Josephine Quintero Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about each & every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 2 authors 7 weeks of on-the-ground research 30+archaeological ruins Countless meze dishes Inspirational photos Clear easy-to-use maps In-depth background At-a-glance practical info Comprehensive planning tools Easy-to-read layout ...

The optimum holiday maps for exploring sight-seeing shopping & much more. The handy pocket format is easy to use & carry on your trip. The laminated finish means the map is waterproof durable & tear-resistant. The detailed scale shows even the smallest streets & it

Includes:: an extensive street index.

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Marco Polo maps feature completely up-to-date digitally generated mapping. The high quality cartography with distance indicators & scale converters aid route planning. Contains 5 city plans: Famagusta Larnaka Nicosia Limassol (Lemesos) & Pafos. A fold-out overview map is ideal for route planning & 7 self-adhesive Marco Polo mark-it stickers can be used to pin-point a destination or route for future reference. Scenic routes & places of interest are highlighted
- ideal for touring holidays. Comprehensive index. The map scale is 1: 200 000.
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