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By Kurt Treptow and Nicolae Vieru An album that presents the history of Romanian gymnastics. Since Nadia Comăneci captured the hearts of the world with her amazing performance at the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal, one that would change the sport of gymnastics forever, Romania has been known throughout the world for its remarkable success in the sport of gymnastics. This limited edition, full-colour album presents the history of Romanian gymnastics from the founding of the Romanian Gymnastics Federation in 1906 to the Romanian women’s team that won five consecutive world championship titles between 1994 and 2001.

Leyland, Bonds, and the Star-Crossed Pittsburgh Pirates By Richard Peterson and Stephen Peterson Detailed account of the infamous “slide” and its devastating effect on the Pittsburgh Pirates.

In the deciding game of the 1992 National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves, the Pittsburgh Pirates suffered the most dramatic and devastating loss in team history when former Pirate Sid Bream slid home with the winning run. This book tells the story of the myriad events, beginning with the aftermath of the 1979 World Series, which led to the fated 1992 championship game and beyond.

The Last Superhorse of the Twentieth Century By Peter Lee Series: Horses in History Examines the legacy of one of horse racing's true champions. This work examines Spectacular Bid from his humble beginnings to his recognition as one of the greatest American racehorses. It tells the story of the honest and not-so-glamorous colourful characters surrounding the champion—including Bud Delp, the brash and cocky trainer who was distrustful of the Kentucky establishment, and Ron Franklin, the nineteen-year-old jockey who buckled under the stress and pressure associated with fame—and how they witnessed first-hand the splendour and triumphs of Spectacular Bid.