Download or read book Eddie the Eagle My Story written by Eddie Edwards and published by Graymalkin Media. This book was released on 2016-02-28 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the autobiography of Eddie the Eagle, whose incredible life inspired the hit film starring Hugh Jackman, Taron Egerton, and Christopher Walken. Short and stocky, sporting thick glasses prone to fogging, Eddie was nobody’s athletic ideal. Through struggle, sacrifice, even near-starvation—this British plasterer made his dream a reality: competing in the 1988 Olympic Games in Calgary. Here, in his own words, is Eddie’s story—from the schoolboy stunts that developed his physical courage, to the menial labor that paid for training, to the qualifying jumps that had millions around the world glued to their television sets to watch him. Eddie the Eagle is the tale of an ordinary man’s extraordinary journey above and beyond expectations . . . a journey that rocketed this ultimate underdog to an Olympic legend.
Download or read book Eddie the Eagle written by Michael Edwards and published by William Morrow Paperbacks. This book was released on 2016-03-29 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The incredible underdog story of British ski jumper Michael “Eddie the Eagle” Edwards—now a major motion picture starring Hugh Jackman, Taron Egerton, and Christopher Walken—who captivated the world at the 1988 Winter Olympics. When Michael Edwards arrived in Calgary for the 1988 Olympic Games, he was an unknown British ski jumper. When he left, he was Eddie the Eagle, one of the most beloved Olympic athletes of all time, and had captured the hearts of millions. Here is his remarkable story. In the mid-1980’s Edwards quit his job as a plasterer to pursue a most unlikely dream: qualifying for the Olympic Games in ski jumping. The odds against him were long. For starters, England is not known for producing fabulous Olympic athletes, and he was far from a physical specimen: 5’8” and chubby, with thick eyeglasses that fogged up in cold weather, making it hard for him to see during his jumps. Training was near impossible since in all of Great Britain, there was not a single Olympic regulation ski jump. And he had almost no money, which forced him to sleep in his car and then a mental institution, to scrounge food from dumpsters as he attempted to train. But Eddie succeeded in qualifying, a stunning achievement in itself. And that winter he captivated the world, as millions of people who had never before cared about ski jumping were transfixed. Even Ronald Reagan called a halt to governmental meetings to watch Eddie jump. That he would ultimately come in dead last was beside the point; on his return home he was greeted by 20,000 adoring fans. Eddie the Eagle had left his mark. In Eddie the Eagle, Edwards tells his fascinating life story, from his modest upbringing in Gloucestershire, to his obsessive devotion to ski jumping, to stardom on the world stage, taking us inside one of the most improbable and heartwarming sports stories of our time.
Download or read book Eddie the Eagle Learns to Fly written by Tammy Mahoney and published by . This book was released on 2012-07 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Eddie the Eagle learns to fly" is about a misfit eagle who is forced to deal with his fear of heights. He finds himself down on his luck, out of food and at a loss for courage. The constant taunting by his twin sister doesn't help. Eddie the Eagle struggles to push through his fear. Hopefully one day he will learn to fly just like the other eagles. That if he doesn't fall to the ground trying.
Download or read book Eddie the Eagle written by Michael Edwards and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2016-03-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The incredible underdog story of British ski jumper Michael “Eddie the Eagle” Edwards—now a major motion picture starring Hugh Jackman, Taron Egerton, and Christopher Walken—who captivated the world at the 1988 Winter Olympics. When Michael Edwards arrived in Calgary for the 1988 Olympic Games, he was an unknown British ski jumper. When he left, he was Eddie the Eagle, one of the most beloved Olympic athletes of all time, and had captured the hearts of millions. Here is his remarkable story. In the mid-1980’s Edwards quit his job as a plasterer to pursue a most unlikely dream: qualifying for the Olympic Games in ski jumping. The odds against him were long. For starters, England is not known for producing fabulous Olympic athletes, and he was far from a physical specimen: 5’8” and chubby, with thick eyeglasses that fogged up in cold weather, making it hard for him to see during his jumps. Training was near impossible since in all of Great Britain, there was not a single Olympic regulation ski jump. And he had almost no money, which forced him to sleep in his car and then a mental institution, to scrounge food from dumpsters as he attempted to train. But Eddie succeeded in qualifying, a stunning achievement in itself. And that winter he captivated the world, as millions of people who had never before cared about ski jumping were transfixed. Even Ronald Reagan called a halt to governmental meetings to watch Eddie jump. That he would ultimately come in dead last was beside the point; on his return home he was greeted by 20,000 adoring fans. Eddie the Eagle had left his mark. In Eddie the Eagle, Edwards tells his fascinating life story, from his modest upbringing in Gloucestershire, to his obsessive devotion to ski jumping, to stardom on the world stage, taking us inside one of the most improbable and heartwarming sports stories of our time.
Download or read book On the Piste written by Dave Crowe and published by Andre Deutsch. This book was released on 1999 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Skiing has become one of the world's best-loved winter sports. On the Piste: Stories and Tales from the Slopes takes an in-depth look at life on the ski slopes. It covers it all, from disasters to triumphs. With its lively humor and colorful photographs, this is the perfect gift for the skier in your life.
Download or read book Albertville 92 written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Day Donny Herbert Woke Up written by Rich Blake and published by Crown. This book was released on 2007-11-27 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The remarkable story of a fireman who miraculously came out of a coma for one full day On a brutally cold December day, Donny Herbert, a hardworking firefighter from Buffalo, New York, was searching the attic of a burning house. The roof, heavy with snow, suddenly collapsed, and for six minutes he was without oxygen. Donny—a beloved husband, a father of four boys, and a neighborhood fixture who was always willing to lend a helping hand—fell into a vegetative state that lasted nearly a decade. His prognosis was poor, and while he could open his eyes, he was unresponsive to the world around him. Donny Herbert was, for all practical purposes, gone. Until one day, in April 2005, when he woke up and spoke almost nonstop to his family and loved ones for nearly sixteen hours. The Day Donny Herbert Woke Up is the story of this unforgettable time, which was covered by the press worldwide. After his extraordinary day, Donny fell into a deep sleep and never experienced a comparable moment of clarity. He died of pneumonia in February 2006. For his doctors and nurses, it is a medical mystery. For his wife, Linda, who had held the family together for years, who had prayed nightly for Donny’s recovery, no explanation is needed: prayer and love brought Donny back to her one last time. The Day Donny Herbert Woke Up is as much Linda’s story—one of perseverance and faith—as it is of an exceptional husband, father, and firefighter.
Download or read book Gifts of an Eagle written by Kent Durden and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2012-09-11 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times Bestseller: The “extraordinary” true story of a golden eagle adopted by a California ranching family, and how she changed their lives (Delia Ephron). In 1955, Ed Durden brought a baby golden eagle home to his ranch in California, where she would stay for the next sixteen years. As her bond with Ed and the Durden family grew, the eagle, named Lady, displayed a fierce intelligence and strong personality. She learned quickly, had a strong mothering instinct (even for other species), and never stopped surprising those who cared for her. An eight-week New York Times bestseller, Gifts of an Eagle is a fascinating up-close look at one of the most majestic creatures in nature, as well as a heartwarming family story and “an affectionate, unsentimental tribute” (Kirkus Reviews).
Download or read book Soar written by Tracy Edward Wymer and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-07-04 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eddie learned everything there is to know about birding from his dad, including the legend of the Golden Eagle, which Dad claimed he saw once down near Miss Dorothy s pond. According to his dad, the Golden Eagle had wings wider than a creek and talons the size of bulldozer claws. But when Eddie was in sixth grade, Dad flew away for good, leaving Eddie on his own to await the return of the elusive raptor.
Download or read book Eddie written by Scott Gustafson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-08-23 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gorgeously illustrated glimpse into the mind of a young Edgar Allan Poe. When young Eddie is falsely accused of destroying the Judge’s chicken coop, he is given one day to find the true culprit. Guided by logic, but entranced by the poetry of the paranormal, Eddie seeks to solve the mystery, along the way meeting Captain Mephisto, a darkly unusual magician who has tricks up his sleeve—and maybe a demon on his back. With help from his Raven and the prodding of a mischievous imp, McCobber, it is no wonder that Eddie grows up to become a master of the macabre. Scott Gustafson crafts a finely wrought portrait that is both humorous and touching. Coupled with his stunning gothic illustrations, Eddie is sure to win fans young and old.
Download or read book Eagle Down written by Carl Bowen and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2013 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sergeant Edgar Brighton awakens to find an unfamiliar woman staring back at him. As the woman begins to blindfold him, Edgar realizes he's an Eagle Down behind enemy lines.
Download or read book Edgar the Eagle in Do Your Best written by Sheila Hairston and published by . This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The story of Edgar the Eagle is an inspiring lesson is setting goals, planning and practicing, and overcoming obstacles to be successful and a part of something bigger than oneself" -- p. [4] of cover.
Download or read book Alpha written by David Philipps and published by Crown. This book was released on 2022-09-13 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An “infuriating, fast-paced” (The Washington Post) account of the Navy SEALs of Alpha platoon, the startling accusations against their chief, Eddie Gallagher, and the courtroom battle that exposed the dark underbelly of America’s special forces—from a Pulitzer Prize–winning reporter WINNER OF THE COLORADO BOOK AWARD • “Nearly impossible to put down.”—Jon Krakauer, New York Times bestselling author of Where Men Win Glory and Into the Wild In this “brilliantly written” (The New York Times Book Review) and startling account, Pulitzer Prize–winning New York Times correspondent David Philipps reveals a powerful moral crucible, one that would define the American military during the years of combat that became known as “the forever war.” When the Navy SEALs of Alpha platoon returned from their 2017 deployment to Iraq, a group of them reported their chief, Eddie Gallagher, for war crimes, alleging that he’d stabbed a prisoner in cold blood and taken lethal sniper shots at unarmed civilians. The story of Alpha’s war, both in Iraq and in the shocking trial that followed the men’s accusations, would complicate the SEALs’ post-9/11 hero narrative, turning brothers-in-arms against one another and bringing into stark relief the choice that elite soldiers face between loyalty to their unit and to their country. One of the great stories written about American special forces, Alpha is by turns a battlefield drama, a courtroom thriller, and a compelling examination of how soldiers define themselves and live with the decisions in the heat of combat.
Download or read book Tattooing written by Eddie Funk and published by . This book was released on 2010-06-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Eruption in the Canyon written by Andrew Bennett and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revelatory, fly-on-the-wall collection of photographs and stories documenting Eddie Van Halen at work in his famed but seldom seen 5150 studio, from the 2004 reunion with Sammy Hagar through the 2007 reunion with David Lee Roth. “When kids ask me how it feels to be a rock star, I say, ‘I’m not a rock star. I’m not in it for the fame, I’m in it because I like to play.’” Eddie Van Halen A fortuitous call from a stranger in the middle of the night led to a once-in-a-lifetime assignment. The stranger was Eddie Van Halen. The assignment, as Eddie related it, was to “capture the truth. Show people how hard I work, because that’s the truth.” Having no idea where this would lead or in what form it might be shared, Andrew Bennett spent portions of the next two years relentlessly documenting everything that occurred inside Eddie’s sanctuary: from rehearsals, recording sessions, and revealing conversations, to vicious arguments, a brotherly brawl, and a wild heist attempt in the middle of the night. Bennett memorialized every square foot of that sacred space, every piece of equipment, and every guitar—including Eddie’s beloved Frankenstrat. Featuring more than two hundred photographs, and accompanied by intimate reflections on what the author witnessed, Eruption in the Canyon presents an incomparable portrait of one of the most revered artists in history.
Download or read book The Eagle and the Raven written by James Albert Michener and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An historical narrative that recalls the Revolution of 1836 which Sam Houston helped lead making the free nation of Texas.
Download or read book Toys Tools Guns Rules written by Julie Golob and published by . This book was released on 2018-01-04 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World champion professional shooter, firearms instructor, and mother Julie Golob presents information that can help parents start a converstion with young children about guns and the importance of respecting firearms. Includes parents' guide.
