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When the Sudanese civil war reaches his village in 1985, eleven-year-old Salva becomes separated from his family and must walk with other Dinka tribe members through southern Sudan, Ethiopia, and Kenya in search of safe haven. Based on the life of Salva Dut, who, after emigrating to America in 1996, began a project to dig water wells in Sudan.

Joshua Davis recounts how he managed to survive competing in some of the world's most grueling and unusual competitions, including armwrestling, sumo-wrestling, bullfighting, and sauna competitions.

Amy Gray describes her experiences as a private investigator in Manhattan for three years, as well as her childhood, college days at Brown, low-paying job at a publishing company, and love life.

When Derek Jeter was eight years old, he announced that he was going to play baseball for the New York Yankees. Jeter earned the attention of major league scouts in high school and was drafted to the New York Yankees in 1992. Named Rookie of the Year, he helped the Yankees win the World Series five times, and became team captain in 2003. With his good looks, easygoing personality, and sense of humor, Derek has always been a fan favorite. Retiring from baseball in 2014, Derek Jeter leaves behind a legacy.

Traces the personal life and baseball career of the shortstop for the New York Yankees.

A photographic sports biography of baseball player Derek Jeter, a shortstop with the New York Yankees, showcasing his career highlights and including a time line.

Looks at two sets of basketball players who have had success working together in the NBA, including Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady of the Houston Rockets, and Amare Stoudemire and Steve Nash of the Phoenix Suns.

A biography of New York Yankee baseball player Derek Jeter, covering his upbringing, struggle to prove himself as a shortstop, and success in the major leagues since 1996, with color photographs and a list of his 2008 records.

"Discusses the life of New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, including his childhood and minor-league career, individual highlights from his major-league career, and his championship seasons with the Yankees"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the life and baseball career of Derek Jeter focusing on his work with the Turn 2 Foundation which he created.