Author: Mark Law
Publisher: Aurum Press
ISBN: 9781845133498
Category : Judo
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
It is a sport of balletic beauty and extraordinary violence. Where else are you allowed to strangle an opponent unconscious? But while its aim is to inflict symbolic death, judo is a form of combat which also rigorously insists on the most formal courtesies. When Mark Law joined his local judo club he was able to observe at close quarters the sport practised at its highest level – finding himself face-to-face with world champions and Olympic medallists. His journey into judo took him to Osaka, Japan to see the World Championships and to Athens for the Olympics. He delved into the sport’s history, exploring everything from its origins in 17th century Samurai culture, to its legendary proponents - past and present. The Pyjama Game is a fascinating account of this most enigmatic of sports. We are taken behind the scenes of the international tournament circuit, populated by some of the most fearsomely single-minded and self-denying competitors of all time -men and women who have arrived at the apex of a sport from thousands of local clubs all over the world. Through a series of colourful encounters we experience the irresistible drama of tournament judo as figures grapple, whirl and fly through the air or struggle for arm-locks and chokes; each contest culminating in that symbolic death. Funny, alarming and mesmerising, The Pyjama Game is one of the best sports books of recent years.
The Pyjama Game
Author: Mark Law
Publisher: Aurum Press
ISBN: 9781845133498
Category : Judo
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
It is a sport of balletic beauty and extraordinary violence. Where else are you allowed to strangle an opponent unconscious? But while its aim is to inflict symbolic death, judo is a form of combat which also rigorously insists on the most formal courtesies. When Mark Law joined his local judo club he was able to observe at close quarters the sport practised at its highest level – finding himself face-to-face with world champions and Olympic medallists. His journey into judo took him to Osaka, Japan to see the World Championships and to Athens for the Olympics. He delved into the sport’s history, exploring everything from its origins in 17th century Samurai culture, to its legendary proponents - past and present. The Pyjama Game is a fascinating account of this most enigmatic of sports. We are taken behind the scenes of the international tournament circuit, populated by some of the most fearsomely single-minded and self-denying competitors of all time -men and women who have arrived at the apex of a sport from thousands of local clubs all over the world. Through a series of colourful encounters we experience the irresistible drama of tournament judo as figures grapple, whirl and fly through the air or struggle for arm-locks and chokes; each contest culminating in that symbolic death. Funny, alarming and mesmerising, The Pyjama Game is one of the best sports books of recent years.
Publisher: Aurum Press
ISBN: 9781845133498
Category : Judo
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
It is a sport of balletic beauty and extraordinary violence. Where else are you allowed to strangle an opponent unconscious? But while its aim is to inflict symbolic death, judo is a form of combat which also rigorously insists on the most formal courtesies. When Mark Law joined his local judo club he was able to observe at close quarters the sport practised at its highest level – finding himself face-to-face with world champions and Olympic medallists. His journey into judo took him to Osaka, Japan to see the World Championships and to Athens for the Olympics. He delved into the sport’s history, exploring everything from its origins in 17th century Samurai culture, to its legendary proponents - past and present. The Pyjama Game is a fascinating account of this most enigmatic of sports. We are taken behind the scenes of the international tournament circuit, populated by some of the most fearsomely single-minded and self-denying competitors of all time -men and women who have arrived at the apex of a sport from thousands of local clubs all over the world. Through a series of colourful encounters we experience the irresistible drama of tournament judo as figures grapple, whirl and fly through the air or struggle for arm-locks and chokes; each contest culminating in that symbolic death. Funny, alarming and mesmerising, The Pyjama Game is one of the best sports books of recent years.
7½ Cents
Author: Richard Bissell
Publisher: eNet Press
ISBN: 1618865528
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
This is a rollicking romp about employees in the Sleep Tite Pajama Factory who are about to strike for a 7½ cent raise. Wisecracking dialogue and dry wit abound. 7½ Cents was adapted by Richard Bissell and George Abbott for the Broadway musical success The Pajama Game.
Publisher: eNet Press
ISBN: 1618865528
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
This is a rollicking romp about employees in the Sleep Tite Pajama Factory who are about to strike for a 7½ cent raise. Wisecracking dialogue and dry wit abound. 7½ Cents was adapted by Richard Bissell and George Abbott for the Broadway musical success The Pajama Game.
Pyjama Profit
Author: Varun Mayya
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 9387146855
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
Pyjama Profit is a guide for millennials to get started with a self-sustained online freelance practice, while developing their skills needed to succeed. The book talks about in-demand online skills and the different paths one can take to become an expert in these fields. A stable income from freelancing in college was the bedrock that had allowed the authors to explore their ambitions further and get to where they are today. In the process, they've worked with many of their own batch mates, colleagues and friends to help them set up highly successful freelance careers. The author duo decided to detail their story of what worked for them and how anyone in the country could thrive without being tied down to a full-time job. The authors feel the timing of the book is perfect because of the growing freelance economy and growing aspirations among millennials to find a job they love and not just something that pays their bills.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 9387146855
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 137
Book Description
Pyjama Profit is a guide for millennials to get started with a self-sustained online freelance practice, while developing their skills needed to succeed. The book talks about in-demand online skills and the different paths one can take to become an expert in these fields. A stable income from freelancing in college was the bedrock that had allowed the authors to explore their ambitions further and get to where they are today. In the process, they've worked with many of their own batch mates, colleagues and friends to help them set up highly successful freelance careers. The author duo decided to detail their story of what worked for them and how anyone in the country could thrive without being tied down to a full-time job. The authors feel the timing of the book is perfect because of the growing freelance economy and growing aspirations among millennials to find a job they love and not just something that pays their bills.
Llama Llama Red Pajama
Author: Anna Dewdney
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0451480635
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Llama, Llama red pajama waiting, waiting for his mama. Mama isn't coming yet. Baby Llama starts to fret. Anna Dewdney's classic tale of nighttime drama has been charming readers for over a decade. Now everyone's favorite Llama Llama who wants his Mama is available in a lap board book format. These infectious rhymes and oversized board book pages are perfect for bedtime reading anywhere, anytime!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0451480635
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Llama, Llama red pajama waiting, waiting for his mama. Mama isn't coming yet. Baby Llama starts to fret. Anna Dewdney's classic tale of nighttime drama has been charming readers for over a decade. Now everyone's favorite Llama Llama who wants his Mama is available in a lap board book format. These infectious rhymes and oversized board book pages are perfect for bedtime reading anywhere, anytime!
Pajama Party
Author: Joan Holub
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101646306
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Everyone is excited to stay up all night at the pajama party. But after pizza, movies, dancing, and ghost stories, it's hard to stay awake!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101646306
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Everyone is excited to stay up all night at the pajama party. But after pizza, movies, dancing, and ghost stories, it's hard to stay awake!
Say Darling
Author: Richard Bissell
Publisher: eNet Press
ISBN: 1618865757
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
A riotous story about an Indiana author who packs up his family and moves 900 miles (by car in a heat wave with four children) to take up residence in Connecticut where he will commute to New York City to work with the team who will transform his book into a musical comedy.
Publisher: eNet Press
ISBN: 1618865757
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
A riotous story about an Indiana author who packs up his family and moves 900 miles (by car in a heat wave with four children) to take up residence in Connecticut where he will commute to New York City to work with the team who will transform his book into a musical comedy.
Pyjama Day!
Author: Robert Munsch
Publisher: Scholastic Canada
ISBN: 1443139173
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
It's Pyjama Day, so Andrew brings his perfect new set to school. But these jammies might be a little TOO perfect . . .
Publisher: Scholastic Canada
ISBN: 1443139173
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
It's Pyjama Day, so Andrew brings his perfect new set to school. But these jammies might be a little TOO perfect . . .
Falling Hard
Author: Mark Law
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781590307151
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
A founding editor of The First Post recounts his impulsive decision to take up judo when he turned fifty, an activity he came to love and admire in spite of grueling training sessions, in an account that also describes his research into judo history and his attendance at matches between famous competitors. Original.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781590307151
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
A founding editor of The First Post recounts his impulsive decision to take up judo when he turned fifty, an activity he came to love and admire in spite of grueling training sessions, in an account that also describes his research into judo history and his attendance at matches between famous competitors. Original.
Bear Moves
Author: Ben Bailey Smith
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536220744
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
In a high-energy sequel to I Am Bear, the dance-loving star rolls out a variety of dance moves and inspires kids to try some of their own. Get up, get down, hit the ground . . . Bear’s in a dancing mood, and his friend Bunny is happy to help out with the boom box. With moves like Furry Breaking, Running Bear (you run but don’t go anywhere), and the classic back spin, who could blame observers who might want to bust a move of their own? Actor/rapper Ben Bailey Smith (aka Doc Brown) and artist Sav Akyuz team up again for a lively two-step with the multitalented Bear.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536220744
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
In a high-energy sequel to I Am Bear, the dance-loving star rolls out a variety of dance moves and inspires kids to try some of their own. Get up, get down, hit the ground . . . Bear’s in a dancing mood, and his friend Bunny is happy to help out with the boom box. With moves like Furry Breaking, Running Bear (you run but don’t go anywhere), and the classic back spin, who could blame observers who might want to bust a move of their own? Actor/rapper Ben Bailey Smith (aka Doc Brown) and artist Sav Akyuz team up again for a lively two-step with the multitalented Bear.
Pajama Sam Mission to the Moon
Author: Dave Grossman (computer game designer.)
Publisher: Lyrick Publishing
ISBN: 9781570649509
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Sam takes a trip to the Moon on a very important mission. His goal? To turn up the moonlight to full, of course! This exciting tale features a Moon person, an underground city, and even a secret elevator. Illustrations.
Publisher: Lyrick Publishing
ISBN: 9781570649509
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Sam takes a trip to the Moon on a very important mission. His goal? To turn up the moonlight to full, of course! This exciting tale features a Moon person, an underground city, and even a secret elevator. Illustrations.