Most Popular Books by James Buckley

Among baseball achievements, the perfect game--one in which no runners reach base--remains the greatest. Though many have come close, only 20 pitchers have achieved such perfection in more than a century of baseball. This exhaustive compendium examines the fascinating story behind every perfect game and uncovers details both great and small, illuminating the majesty of these titanic achievements. The faithfully narrated record of all 20 games--punctuated by statistics, trivia, little-known anecdotes, and personal memories from both witnesses and the pitchers themselves--gets inside the minds of the players who made baseball history. In addition to profiling some of the game''s greatest pitchers, such as Cy Young, Sandy Koufax, and Randy Johnson, or others including Charley Robertson who had otherwise unremarkable careers, this updated edition features new chapters devoted to Dallas Braden, Mark Buehrle, and Roy Halladay, the three latest pitchers to throw a perfect game, and a comprehensive appendix profiles several pitchers who almost achieved perfection.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame Collection celebrates members of the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame with stats, facts, rare photos, and objects from the game.

Discover the man behind the chocolate bar! Milton Hershey’s life was filled with invention and innovation. As a young man, he was not afraid to dream big and work hard. Eventually, he learned the secret to mass-producing milk chocolate and the recipe that gave it a longer, more stable shelf life. He founded a school for those who didn’t have access to a good education and an entire town for his employees. Both his chocolate empire and his great personal legacy live on today.

Meet the father of science fiction, Jule Verne. Born in France in 1829, Jules Verne always dreamed of adventure. At age 11, he snuck onboard a ship headed for the Indies only to be discovered by his father and have his dreams dashed. After his father made him swear to only travel "in his imagination," Verne kept his promise for the rest of his life. He began writing adventure stories as a young man and became a popular writer throughout France. Known for mixing scientific discovery and literature in his books like Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and Around the World in 80 Days, Verne is often called "The Father of Science Fiction."

Go out to the ballgame with an interactive tour through America’s ballpark landmarks in this new edition of America’s Classic Ballparks. The ultimate tribute to the stadiums that shaped America’s pastime, America’s Classic Ballparks transports you to the golden era of baseball. From the ivy-covered walls of Wrigley Field to the timeless charm of Fenway Park, this richly illustrated book brings you closer to the game you love. Explore a wealth of information, including up-to-date details about baseball reinventing its stage—from billion-dollar dreams in Vegas, to major-league cameos in minor parks, to mythic games in Iowa cornfields—revealing a sport that is forever caught between spectacle, survival, and nostalgia. Written by acclaimed sportswriter James Buckley Jr., this handsome volume is packed with stunning photography, fascinating history, and nostalgic stories that celebrate the nation’s most iconic ballparks, including: Ebbets Field Tiger Stadium Polo Grounds Original Yankee Stadium Fenway Park Wrigley Field Dodger Stadium Oriole Park at Camden Yards Oracle Park Whether you’re a lifelong fan, a sports history buff, or shopping for the perfect gift, America’s Classic Ballparks is a must-have collectible that keeps the spirit of the game alive.

Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. won the world heavyweight championship at the age of 22, the same year he joined the Nation of Islam and changed his name to Muhammad Ali. He would go on to become the first and only three-time (in succession) World Heavyweight Champion. Nicknamed “The Greatest,” Ali was as well known for his unique boxing style, consisting of the Ali Shuffle and the rope-a-dope, as he was for the catchphrase “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” He was an uncompromising athlete who brought beauty and grace to a very rough sport and became one of the world’s most famous cultural icons. Read Who Was Muhammad Ali? and discover “The Greatest.”

"... presents profiles of the best and most memorable players and all the up-to-date facts and figures young baseball enthusiasts want to know, along with new photos."--Provided by publisher

TheBallpark Bucket List is the perfect tool to write and journal, note historic stadium changes, and jot down any other fun memories from your ballpark bucket list trip.

The life story of baseball’s greatest player, in graphic novel format. Long regarded as the greatest player in baseball history, George Herman “Babe” Ruth transformed the sport with his legendary power and personality. Babe Ruth: Baseball’s All-Time Best! tells the story of Ruth’s life in graphic novel format—from his humble beginnings in Baltimore to superstardom with the New York Yankees. Never one to keep quiet, Babe Ruth was a player whose outsized swing and character made him a star both on and off the field. Baseball fans of all ages will be entertained and educated by the full-color illustrations and historically accurate narrative of this graphical biography.

Whether a sport needs a ball or a stick, a pool or a field, a racquet or a ski pole, young readers can explore each sport''s history and the rules and skills that make that sport unique. From basketball to soccer, lacrosse to cricket, archery to diving, bowling to skateboarding, snowboarding to playground games, this lively reference book covers a variety of team and individual sports. Special sections look at the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Whether you''re interested in team sports, solo sports, or watching from the stands, this book has something for everyone. Let''s play! Features include- Age-appropriate descriptions of dozens of sports, and the rules and skills that make each sport unique Activities that encourage interactive learning and exercise Simple text for reading aloud or for beginning readers Fun facts on every spread More than 200 incredible photos Parent tips that extend the experience beyond the book

Super Bowl fireworks come in all differentstyles: Game-altering tosses. Break-away runs.Bone-jarring sacks. Any or all of these canchange the course of the game and createfireworks on the field.

DK''s acclaimed Biography line shines the spotlight on soccer player Pele. Includes detailed sidebars, handy vocabulary, and a visual timeline. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

As young boys, Orville and Wilbur Wright loved all things mechanical. As young men, they gained invaluable skills essential for their success by working with printing presses, bicycles, motors, and any sort of machinery they could get their hands on. As adults, the brothers worked together to invent, build, and fly the world’s first successful airplane. This is the fascinating story of the two inventors and aviation pioneers who never lost sight of their dream: to fly, and to soar higher!

Harriet Tubman escaped slavery, helped dozens make it to freedom, and then became an abolitionist and women’s rights advocate. Here’s the remarkable life story of an American hero, told in an exciting graphic novel format. Harriet Tubman lived an incredible life, one more heroic than any comic book superhero. In 1849 she escaped slavery for the first time. Then she headed back into the South, helping about 70 slaves find freedom on more than a dozen dangerous journeys along an elaborate abolitionist network called the Underground Railroad. Harriet Tubman: Fighter for Freedom! is the latest in the Show Me History! collection, previously featuring the stories of real-life American luminaries such as Abraham Lincoln, Alexander Hamilton, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Like the rest of Show Me History!, and befitting her almost unbelievable life, Fighter for Freedom! is presented in full-color, graphic novel format—a long-form comic book.

The dynamic story of the Williams sisters, both top-ranked professional tennis players. Venus and Serena Williams are two of the most successful professional American tennis players of all time. Coached at an early age by their parents, the sisters have both gone on to become Grand Slam title winners. They have both achieved the World Number One ranking in both singles and doubles! Although completely professional and fiercely competitive, the sisters remain close. Who Are Venus and Serena Williams? follows the pair from their early days of training up through the ranks and to the Summer Olympic Games, where they have each won four gold medals—more than any other tennis players. This title in the New York Times best-selling series has eighty illustrations that help bring the exciting story of tennis champs Venus and Serena Williams to life.

Hello, Pluto! What’s cold, dark, far away, and has a “heart” one thousand miles wide? Pluto! In this highly-visual Smithsonian book, kids can check out exciting information and sensational photographs transmitted by the New Horizons spacecraft on its historic fly-by of the distant and mysterious dwarf planet.

Out of the Park! is an officially licensed collection of true baseball stories to teach kids about the greatest baseball players, from Babe Ruth to Derek Jeter, their major historical moments, and their love of the game.

Mahatma Gandhi inspired a nation and generations of social reformers with his emphasis on kindness and nonviolence—discover how one man changed the lives of millions in this illustrated and kid-friendly biography. This biography of Mahatma Gandhi is presented in a graphic novel format, making it accessible and entertaining for readers across a range of age groups. After being named president of the Indian National Congress in 1921, Gandhi was instrumental in gaining India’s independence from Great Britain by using nonviolent resistance—and in the process he inspired generations of civil rights leaders with his example. Gandhi: The Peaceful Protester! recounts this humble leader’s story, from his youth in western India through his years as a lawyer and political activist who practiced kindness and empathy toward everyone.