Most Popular Books by David Aretha

Beginning with his triumph in the 1958 Masters, Arnold Palmer took the nation by storm with his small-town charm, “go for broke” style, and Sunday comebacks. “You finally had someone who had this charisma,” said Tiger Woods. “Everyone got hooked to the game of golf via TV because of Arnold.” Palmer won 43 PGA Tour events in the 1960s, became the sports world’s greatest pitchman, and hobnobbed with bigwigs like Bob Hope and multiple presidents. He even guest-hosted The Tonight Show. A licensed pilot, he flew jet airplanes across the globe. As a philanthropist, he founded Arnold Palmer Medical Center, the largest facility in the country dedicated to the care of women and children. In Arnold Palmer: A Tribute to an American Icon, authors David Fischer and David Aretha relive Palmer’s thrilling championship moments while capturing his personal charms: his warmth, humor, and candor. Rarely seen photographs and memorabilia bring his story to life. Golfer Raymond Floyd may have summed it up best when he said that Palmer “set the standard for how superstars in every sport ought to be, in the way he has always signed autographs, in the way he has always made time for everyone . . . . And man, could he play the game.”

The Seattle SuperSonics have boasted some of the most exciting teams and players that the league has ever seen. The high-flying Sonics, led by Dennis Johnson, Gus Williams, and Jack Sikma won the NBA title. Since then, the Sonics have featured all-star caliber players such as Shawn Kemp, Gary Payton, and Vin Baker.

Emmett Till was a bright and confident African American boy growing up with his single mother in Chicago. An offer to spend a few weeks with his great-uncle and cousins in Mississippi seemed like a fun way to spend his summer. His mother warned him about the racism and the violence aimed toward blacks down South, but Emmett paid little heed to her words. Then, just a few days after arriving in Mississippi, Emmett made a decision that changed everything. Violating Mississippi''s deeply ingrained racial codes, Emmett innocently flirted with a white woman-the wife of local store owner Roy Bryant. When Bryant found out, he recruited his brother-in-law, J. W. Milam-who had boasted of pistol-whipping Germans during World War II-and the two proceeded to kidnap Emmett Till. Three days later, fourteen-year-old Emmett Till''s body was found in a river, badly mutilated with a bullet wound in the skull. The ensuing trial of Bryant and Milam, and the fallout from its controversial verdict, galvanized the nation, sending a clear and horrifying message about racial oppression and justice in the American South during the Jim Crow era. It also was one of the first major incidents of the civil rights movement, and it was ingrained in the minds of the era''s crusaders, an undeniable reminder of what they fought for and what was at stake. Book jacket.

Surveys the key personalities and some important moments in the history of the Detroit Pistons basketball team.

Born Earvin Johnson, "Magic" Johnson earned his nickname with his dynamic basketball skills and charismatic leadership.

Using statistics and math calculations, this instructional and entertaining volume explores the extraordinary achievements of Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant, putting their careers in context with other NBA legends. Along the way, each of these calculations is explained and discussed, bringing the worlds of sports and math together. In addition to a biographical look at their careers, these four players are compared head-to-head using statistical analysis. This gives readers a chance to "do the math" to determine who really is the greatest player of all time.

Discusses the land and climate, economy, government, and history of the state of Michigan. Includes Internet links to Web sites.

Provides valuable information about these highly addictive party drugs, dangers to watch for, and where to go for help.

Basic facts about drinking in America, teen usage, and warning signs of alcoholism are presented in this readable, unbiased text. The effects of alcoholism on families, the dangers of binge drinking, and the successes and failures of solutions and strategies to solve these issues are discussed. Societal attitudes that contribute to alcohol abuse and organizations that are working toward healing problems caused by alcohol are included. The book''s design, with quotes and statistics in a large, attractive typeface, may encourage browsing. Black-and-white stock photos are undistinguished and not necessary for understanding the material. While Ted Gottfried''s The Facts about Alcohol (Benchmark, 2004) has similar material plus more historical and legal information, this volume contains more documentation in the source notes and more easily understood statistical information.

Provides information on the history of inhalants, its effect on the body, and where to go for help.

A 2003 study found that 37.4 percent of young people have used illicit drugs. all drugs, illegal or legal, can have harmful consequences if they are abused. As abusers'' lives become consumed by drugs, they are likely to fail in school or at work, tear apart their families, or commit crimes o support their habits. Even legal drugs such as nicotine can lead to severe health problems or death. Form illicit drugs such as cocaine, heroin, and ecstasy-to easily obtainable and potentially harmful products such as alcohol, cigarettes, and inhalants-the Drugs series provides the reader with information about drug abuse. Real-life case histories are included.

Provides valuable information on the dangers of steriods and other performance-enhancing drugs, and where to go to get help.

A historical account of the 1964 campaign to register African-American voters

Through the years the Montreal Canadiens have won twenty-four championships, more than any other professional sports team in North America. Some of hockey''s greatest players have laced up their skates for Les Canadiens, including Howie Morenz, Maurice Richard, Jean Beliveau, Guy Lafleur, Jacquest Plante, and Patrick Roy. Author David Aretha guides the reader through the action as he tells the story of the world''s greatest hockey team.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, plants and animals, culture, and people of the continent that is also the world''s largest.

Twelve chapters cover the facts, players, stories and traditions that define the Detroit Tigers baseball team.

Jacob''s Little League team, Morey''s Funeral Home, is a perennial loser. But this ragtag squad of 10-year-olds has a new coach. Standing in the way of a championship is the best team in the league, the "invincible" Bankees. To beat their nemesis, Jacob''s team will need help from everybody, including Rupa, the club''s worst player.

Celebrate the legendary pitchers of America''s greatest pastime with this licensed, authoritative history packed with stats, facts, and photos from The National Baseball Hall of Fame archives. A central position in the game of baseball, pitchers must face every hit with utter control and strength. In Baseball''s Greatest Pitchers, learn what it takes to command the role through the lives of the most powerful pitchers in baseball. Officially licensed by the National Baseball Hall of Fame and loaded with players'' statistics, biographical details, and captivating photography taken on and off the field, this retrospective documents the impressive achievements of those who have hailed from the mound. Discover insights into the evolution of the pitcher position in the game over decades and get to know the iconic players inducted into the Hall of Fame, including: Grover Alexander Satchel Paige Mariano Rivera Cy Young And many more! Whether you''re a history buff or a dedicated fan of baseball, Baseball''s Greatest Pitchers is your ultimate companion to baseball history. Step up to the mound and follow the lives of the sport''s most famous players.

The baseball geeks are back at it again in this second installment from David Aretha. When Omar s dad takes the boys to Wrigley Field to see a Chicago Cubs game, the geeks find themselves in a big mess when Omar gets blamed for something he didn t do. Is Omar going to be the newest curse in the Cubs history, or will Kevin and Joe save their best friend from having to hide forever?