Savage, Jeff

A biography of running back Thurman Thomas, focusing largely on his career with the Buffalo Bills.

A guide to the history, rules, skills, and strategy of football.

A look at the history of the sport of motorcycle racing and all its variations, as well as at the machines and personalities involved.

"Examines gold miners, including the discovery of gold in the United States, the California Gold Rush, the daily lives of miners and prospectors, and how the rush for gold changed the landscape of America"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines gunfighters in the Wild West, including the typical traits and tools of gunfighters, infamous outlaws, gangs, important lawmen, and how the gun often ruled the Wild West"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses American cowboys, including the origins of cowboys, their day-to-day lives, cattle drives, cow towns, famous cowboys, and their importance to the Wild West era in American history"--Provided by publisher.

Offers a brief profile of the life of football player Eli Manning, discussing his childhood, early successes in the sport, relationship with his brother, and professional career.

Presents a short biography of the life and career of Muhammad Ali; and describes his childhood in Louisville, Kentucky, his early introduction to boxing, and entrance into professional prizefighting.

Text and photographs present a brief biography of Cal Ripken, Jr. who holds almost every major league baseball record a shortstop can have.