Adnan Virk

Discover the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente, the baseball legend who died a hero's death while delivering aid to Nicaragua after an earthquake. In "Clemente: The Passion and Grace of Baseball's Last Hero," David Maraniss captures the myth and the real man behind the player, using meticulous detail to paint a portrait of a work of art in a game too often defined by numbers. Clemente won four batting titles and led the Pittsburgh Pirates to championships in 1960 and 1971, leaving a lasting impact on the sport that earned him a place in the Hall of Fame.

Discover the cultural revolution that transformed Hollywood forever in this compelling non-fiction read. Follow the epic human drama behind the making of the five movies nominated for Best Picture in 1967, including Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, The Graduate, In the Heat of the Night, Doctor Doolittle, and Bonnie and Clyde. Author Mark Harris delves deep into the backgrounds and themes of these influential movies, revealing a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the people and events that shaped modern cinema.

Learn the mental ABCs of pitching from a seasoned instructor and counselor of Major League Baseball teams. H.A. Dorfman presents an A-to-Z handbook that offers insights and instructions on how to pitch with peak performance at all levels of the game. Whether you're a pitcher looking for an edge or a hitter wanting to understand the mental game on the mound, this book is perfect for you. Featuring a new foreword by Rick Wolff!

A stunning monograph takes readers behind the scenes of [TITLE], the cinematic masterpiece by Martin Scorsese. Starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci, the film chronicles one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in American history, the disappearance of legendary union boss Jimmy Hoffa, and offers a monumental journey through the hidden corridors of organized crime. Featuring special on-set photography, interviews with the cast and creative team, and a text by author and film critic Tom Shone, this book is an intimate and cutting meditation on loyalty, betrayal, and regret by one of our greatest living directors.

Discover the fascinating history of baseball pitching in K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches by an acclaimed New York Times baseball columnist. Learn about the evolution of ten major pitches, from the fastball to the knuckleball, and the innovative minds behind them. Experience the passion for the game infused on every page and gain priceless insights from legendary pitchers, including Bob Gibson, Nolan Ryan, and Clayton Kershaw. K will be a classic in the genre, joining the ranks of The Glory of Their Times and Moneyball.

Четверо сирот, в числе которых страдающий нервными тиками Лайонел Эссрог, слепо преданы своему покровителю Фрэнку Минне, вытащившему их из приюта, чтобы сделать `своими парнями`. Они готовы выполнить любое его поручение, чем, собственно, и занимаются под крышей то ли транспортного, то ли детективного агентства. Но в один черный день Фрэнка убивают, и Лайонелу приходится стать настоящим детективом, расследующим преступление.

Explore the iconic films of 1999 and their impact on American culture with this celebration and analysis from a modern movie expert. From Fight Club to The Matrix, these daring filmmakers pushed cinema to new limits and took audiences on a ride through topics like sex, violence, and the end of the world. With over 130 exclusive interviews, this book not only examines how the movies were made, but how they re-made our vision of the world in the lead up to the Millennium. An absolute must-read for movie-lovers and pop-culture nuts alike.

This novel follows the lives of five individuals and the bond they form as their fates become intertwined at a small college in Michigan. Baseball star Henry's future is threatened after a routine throw goes wrong, while his teammates and college president face their own personal struggles. As the season approaches its pivotal final game, the group is forced to confront their deepest fears and secrets, forging new bonds and finding their true paths. Written with intelligence and tenderness, The Art of Fielding is a warmhearted novel about ambition, family, friendship, and commitment.

Непредсказуемый классический английский детектив-триллер в стиле Хичкока, который умел мастерски создавать в своих фильмах атмосферу тревожной неопределенности и напряженного ожидания. Два незнакомца - мужчина и женщина - случайно оказываются рядом в баре аэропорта. Уверенные, что встречаются в первый и в последний раз в жизни, они открывают друг другу больше, чем можно доверить самому близкому человеку. Он, молодой, богатый и успешный, накануне узнал, что любимая жена его обманывает. Она, молодая, красивая и обаятельная, предлагает радикальное решение. Идея захватывающая, и они договариваются о следующей встрече... Эта книга моментально вошла в ТОП-продаж, переведена на 20 языков. Первая книга автора "Девушка с часами вместо сердца" (The Girl with a Clock for a Heart) была названа Washington Post лучшим дебютным криминальным романом 2014 года.