From their first national title in the 1926 Rose Bowl to the 2010 BCS National Championship Game, The Bama Way: Profiles of Champions highlights the life of one extraordinary player from each of the Crimson Tide’s 13 national championship teams. Alabama 2004 team captain Todd Bates profiles the lives of these men who were true champions both on and off the field through one-on-one interviews with the players and their families. Unique to this one-of-a-kind book are the reproductions of each player’s favorite piece of memorabilia. Replicas include Lee Roy Jordan’s treasured coin flipped by President John F. Kennedy before the Orange Bowl, Ray Perkins’ official scholarship offer signed by the legendary Paul “Bear” Bryant and a Greg McElroy bumper sticker. Every Alabama fan will want to read about these outstanding men who built the great tradition that is Crimson Tide football!

The athletes responsible for the meteoric rise of the University of Florida football program since 1991 reads like a Who’s Who of College Football. Gator Greats: Profiles of Champions chronicles the life of one outstanding player from each of Florida’s combined eight Southeastern Conference and national championship teams. Former UF wide receiver and ESPN Radio host Chris Doering profiles the lives of these gridiron heroes both on and off the field through one-on-one interviews with the players and their families. In his own chapter, Doering recounts making the team as a walk-on in 1991 and, by graduation, catching more touchdown passes than anyone in UF and SEC history. Other players profiled include legends Huey Richardson, Errict Rhett, Kevin Carter, Alex Brown, Chris Leak and Riley Cooper. Each chapter features reproductions of the player’s favorite piece of memorabilia, making it a must have for any Gator fan as they learn about the men who turned an average program into a national powerhouse.
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Which NBA Team Is The Best Of All Time?
Everyone who loves the NBA has an opinion on which team was the greatest of all time. Was it the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls that won 72 games in the regular season? The 1962-63 Boston Celtics, in the middle of eight consecutive league titles? Or the 1984-85 “Showtime” Los Angeles Lakers that dazzled fans and opponents? How about the 1969-70 New York Knicks and their epic title win over the Lakers? Sportswriter and longtime NBA observer Roland Lazenby came up with his list of 20 teams made in consultation with some of the game’s greatest players, coaches and front-office executives. Each of those teams is described in detail inside the pages of The NBA’s Greatest Teams. This 120-page book explores each team’s season and accomplishments, and why it should be considered one of the NBA’s best squads. But what makes this detailed “scrapbook” unique are the vintage photographs, artwork and memorabilia that bring each team to life. Throughout this book, you will find removable team photos, schedules, logo stickers and postcards celebrating each of these teams. No fan of the NBA should be without this archive of the league’s greatest teams! Afterword by Hall of Fame member Bob Lanier $29.95

Foreword by Peyton Manning, Afterword by Heath Shuler.Hurrah.

Hurrah For The U of T! From the first game in 1891 through the 2008 season, The University of Tennessee All-Access Football Vault® explores the history of the Vol football program. But what makes this detailed “scrapbook” unique are the vintage photographs, artwork and memorabilia discovered on the UT campus. Throughout this book, Vol fans will find reproductions of old game program covers, historic tickets, vintage bumper stickers and more. Collectibles include a 1909 Central Kentucky game booklet, a 1926 photo of Gen. Robert R. Neyland with his coaching staff, a 1938 LSU game ticket, a 1950s-style pennant, the famous 1964 Doug Dickey-Bob Woodruff photo taken at the train station and notes from the 1998 BCS National Championship Game. No Vol fan should be without this home archive of Tennessee’s long and illustrious football history. Foreword by Peyton Manning, Afterword by Heath Shuler. Illustrated; Hardcover; 144 pages.

Stories from Today's Armed Forces The modern U.S. military fights a Global War on Terror - a campaign for freedom and democracy worldwide. Through combat missions in Operation Enduring Freedom, in far-flung regions of the globe like Afghanistan, Iraq, the Philippines, and Northern Africa, and in humanitarian efforts that help spread American ideals and American compassion, our Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard serve the entire free world. In America's Heroes: Stories From Today's Armed Forces, you will hear from these brave service members, in their own words. Includes a 32-page Record of Service booklet.

Who can resist the magic of Christmas? From festive family gatherings to Grandma’s famous cookies, the holiday simmers with traditions that generations share – and season with their own refreshing spirit. Explore the sights, sounds and tastes of the most wonderful time of the year in The Christmas Vault, a delightful activity book brimming with ideas for crafts, cards, carols, and recipes – plus the stories behind the legends that are apart of the season’s allure, including : “Twas the Night Before Christmas” and the enchanting “Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” From the Druids’ winter solstice rituals to the lavish traditions of the Victorian era and today’s satellite-tracked sleigh bells, The Christmas Vault is a joyous celebration of the holiday, past and present.

In The Best of University of Florida Football, the editors at Whitman Publishing have assembled some of finest Gator memories — big games, big plays and big-time coaches — from 1910 to the glory days of the 21st century. Jump aboard and enjoy the ride through the years. From a win over The Citadel in 1910 to the 2008 national championship victory over Oklahoma, this book traces the Gators’ rise to the top of the college football world. We have also picked out some of the great plays and five of the best coaches, from Van Fleet to Meyer. Tucked into more than two-dozen pockets, fans will find reproductions of old game programs, historic tickets, postcards and photos. These fascinating replicas include a 1912 Cuba Athletic Club game program, a 1952 Georgia game program, a 1966 Steve Spurrier press clipping, a 1982 Wilber Marshall photo, a 1997 Sugar Bowl program and a 2007 national championship sticker. No Gator fan should be without this “home archive” of Florida’s illustrious football history. Size 7.375" x 6.75" x 1.75", includes slipcase.

by Tom Mattingly

Wherever the University of Tennessee Volunteers play, the message "I will give my all for Tennessee today" meets them as they leave the dressing room for the field. It's a theme close to the hearts of UT fans everywhere. In the University of Tennessee Football Vault®, the Volunteers come alive through explosive action photos and dynamic text. This unique book is also an archive of colorful replicas of team memorabilia, past and present - a vintage 1950s pennant, classic game tickets, a letterman's "Power T," newspaper clippings, a 1909 game program, and more. Tucked inside you'll also find valuable Vol collectibles reproduced as postcards, stickers, refrigerator magnets, and even a bumper sticker. Hardcover with Slipcase 12"x10", 144 pages.

Just like other teens, Christian teen guys need stuff to do. Within the pages of this book, you’ll find many opportunities to have fun. You’ll get to blow things up, take unforgettable road trips, make fast toys faster, and learn about some of the coolest gadgets in the universe. You’ll even get to meet the members of the Curb Records’ hot new band Mikeschair. There are more items inside, too! You’ll find a Christian Warriors wristband and guitar pick, a text-messaging cheat sheet, a foldout prayer journal and prayer cards, a giant road map to some amazing festivals, recycling-stickers to help save the planet, and more! Christian Warriors is a must for the teen guy in your life- or anyone else’s life, for that matter. It’s an end to life as usual and the beginning of an exciting, adventurous life dedicated to God.

by Tom Mattingly - Special Edition Autographed by Tom Mattingly.

Wherever the University of Tennessee Volunteers play, the message "I will give my all for Tennessee today" meets them as they leave the dressing room for the field. It's a theme close to the hearts of UT fans everywhere. In the University of Tennessee Football Vault®, the Volunteers come alive through explosive action photos and dynamic text. This unique book is also an archive of colorful replicas of team memorabilia, past and present - a vintage 1950s pennant, classic game tickets, a letterman's "Power T," newspaper clippings, a 1909 game program, and more. Tucked inside you'll also find valuable Vol collectibles reproduced as postcards, stickers, refrigerator magnets, and even a bumper sticker. Hardcover with Slipcase 12"x10", 144 pages.

By Tommy Ford, Foreword by Mal Moore, Afterword by Eli Gold.

“Roll Tide!” From the first game in 1892 through the 2008 season, The University of Alabama All-Access Football Vault® explores the history of the Crimson Tide football program, as Tommy Ford writes a special story not found in any other book about Bama football. But what makes this detailed “scrapbook” unique are the vintage photographs, artwork and memorabilia discovered on campus, including at the Paul W. Bryant Museum. Throughout this book, Tide fans will find reproductions of old game program covers, historic tickets, vintage bumper stickers and much more. No Crimson Tide fan should be without this home archive of Alabama’s long and illustrious football history.

Imagine inviting your friends or business associates to watch the game, and there in front of everyone sits a solid wooden box containing the new University of Alabama All-Access Football Vault® and inside the book is an autograph from Alabama head coach Nick Saban! This is your chance to own one of only 2,500 University of Alabama All-Access Football Vault® editions autographed by coach Saban. Each collector’s edition comes with a letter of authenticity and an individually numbered Saban autograph. The finely crafted wooden container — with The University of Alabama logo engraved on the lid not only protects the book but also gets the attention of everyone in the room.

by David Housel, foreword by Tommy Tuberville

"War Eagle!" In the Auburn University Football Vault, former athletic director David Housel follows the Tigers through 115 years of football history. With exciting edge-of-your-seat narrative, historic photographs, and memorabilia from his personal collection, Housel's "love letter to Auburn football" is a heartfelt tribute to the sports program that has been a part of his life for nearly 40 years. The Auburn University Football Vault ® delivers Tiger fans a scrapbook bursting with rarely seen reproduction memorabilia from Auburn's storied history. An 1892 equipment invoice, a 1912 poster advertising one of "Iron Mike" Donahue's first games, an Auburn-Alabama program postcard from the 1957 undefeated season, a 1960's felt stadium pennant, a sheaf of season tickets from the 2004 National Championship year, and the now-famous "Punt, Bama, Punt" bumper sticker-all this and more will be found tucked and enclosed in the pages of the Auburn University Football Vault®. Hardcover with slipcase, 144 pages.

By Debby Jennings, Foreword by Pat Summitt.

“Champions, Once Again” In The University of Tennessee Basketball Vault™: The History of the Lady Vols, Debby Jennings, the longtime Lady Vols associate athletic director for Media Relations, explores the prolific 106-year history of the winningest college basketball program in the country. Along with the author’s narrative, this book contains memorabilia replicas such as tickets from the 2007 and 2008 Final Four, and letters from the great Michael Jordan and former UT football coach Johnny Majors in recognition of the Lady Vols. It also contains remarkable photographs and the legacy of Pat Summitt — who wrote the book’s foreword — including Tennessee’s original 1974 job offer letter. Replica postcards, stickers, telegrams, a poster and much more are all waiting to be discovered in the pages of The University of Tennessee Basketball Vault™. Illustrated; Hardcover; 144 pages.

Michael Jackson, A Tribute to the King of Pop, 1958–2009: Platinum Edition Collector’s Vault

Michael Jackson is the greatest musical superstar the world has ever known. He is, and always will be, the King of Pop. His untimely death on June 25, 2009, cannot dim our memory of the Gloved One, the man whose breathtaking musical talent changed the airways and whose unique moves changed the way the world danced.

The book in your hands is a tribute to the life of Michael Jackson, and its pages tell his story as you’ve never experienced it. The text is highlighted by scores of incredible images, ranging from his childhood days with the Jackson 5 through his final rehearsals for the comeback tour. Between the pages, dozens of mementoes bring the text and pictures into the third dimension: Fold-out timelines. Removable postcards, stickers, and trivia booklets. A 12-page removable discography. Replicas of concert tickets, editorial cartoonists’ tributes, an invitation to Neverland Ranch, his final will.

Find all of this, and more, in Michael Jackson, A Tribute to the King of Pop, 1958–2009: Platinum Edition Collector’s Vault. Foreword by Dave Lifton

by Steve Richardson, Foreword by Mack Brown, Afterword by Darrell Royal.

"HOOK 'EM HORNS" The University of Texas Football Vault®, In the University of Texas Football Vault® - The Story of the Texas Longhorns, Steve Richardson takes you on a memorable journey through the Longhorns' fabled past. Covering over 11 decades of Longhorns history, Richardson's detailed "scrapbook" narrative contains never-before-published photographs, artwork, and memorabilia, including old game programs, a pennant, and postcards. Some of the fascinating replicas include a 1944 ticket to UT's first bowl game, a 1957 handwritten summary of the first game Darrell Royal coached for the Longhorns, a sticker from the 1970 National Championship, and a 1992 Cotton Bowl press pass. If you are a fan of the Longhorns, you are definitely going to be a fan of the University of Texas Football Vault® Illustrated; Hardcover; 144 pages; Slipcover. 12" x 10"

In Elvis: A Tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, author Frank Hyland traces the rise of Elvis Presley from his poor upbringing in Tupelo, Mississippi, to his burst onto the national scene in 1956, to his television and motion picture triumphs, to his electrifying return to the stage in 1968, to his passing in 1977. From “Heartbreak Hotel” to “Aloha from Hawaii,” this detailed “scrapbook” contains never-before-published photographs, artwork and memorabilia drawn from the Elvis Presley Enterprises and Graceland archives. Tucked into dozens of pockets, fans will find reproductions of old record album covers, movie posters, historic tickets, postcards and more. These fascinating replicas include Elvis’ birth certificate from 1935, a 1956 Blue Moon Boys poster, a ticket to the 1961 Pearl Harbor concert, a 1964 telegram to the Beatles, a menu from his first performance in Las Vegas in 1969, a 1970 Astrodome concert ticket and a receipt for costumes from the 1973 “Aloha from Hawaii” concert. No Elvis fan should be without this “home archive” of the illustrious life of Elvis Presley. Foreword By Priscilla Presley

By Rick Brewer, Foreword by Dean Smith, Afterword by Roy Williams.

“Talent, Togetherness, Tar Heels” In The University of North Carolina Basketball Vault™: The History of the Tar Heels, former sports information department director Rick Brewer explores the incredible history of one of the best college basketball programs in the country. Along with the author’s narrative, this book contains replicas of memorabilia, including a telegram from the 1957 championship season regarding All-American Lennie Rosenbluth, tickets from the 1968 and 1982 NCAA Finals, a schedule sticker from the 2004-05 championship season, a Michael Jordan postcard, and posters of The Kangaroo Kid — Billy Cunningham — and the old Tin Can. The book also details the long legacy of Dean Smith and his coaching philosophy. Much more is waiting to be discovered in the pages of The University of North Carolina Basketball Vault™.

by Norm Carlson, Foreword by Urban Meyer, Afterword by Ray Graves.

The University of Florida Football Vault® The History of the Florida Gators contains explosive action photos and dynamic text covering the history of the UF football program, but you will also be able to see and touch collectibles such as a 1915 booklet of songs and cheers, a 1950s pennant, classic game tickets and Steve Spurrier's handwritten passing fundamentals. This book also contains reproductions of valuable Gator memorabilia, including old newspaper clippings, postcards, stickers and vintage photographs. Florida fans young and old will thoroughly enjoy the University of Florida Football Vault® Hardcover with slipcase. 12"x10", 144 pages.

by Rick Schaeffer, Foreword by Frank Broyles, Afterword by Jim Lindsey.

The University of Arkansas Football Vault® “Woooooo, Pig! Sooie!” In the University of Arkansas Football Vault ®: The History of the RazorbacksTM, former UA Sports Information Department director Rick Schaeffer takes you on a memorable journey through more than 100 years of Razorback football. The detailed “scrapbook” narrative contains photographs, artwork and memorabilia drawn from UA’s extensive campus archives. Tucked into dozens of sleeves and pockets, fans will find reproductions old game programs, historic tickets, and numerous postcards and photos. These fascinating replicas include a 1930s fan megaphone, a 1964 Cotton Bowl poster and a collectable card highlighting Darren McFadden’s sensational sophmore season. No Hog fan should be without this “home archive” of Arkansas’ long and illustrious history. Illustrated; Hardcover; 144 Pages. Hardcover, with slipcase. 12.50x10.90x1.80

By Ken Davis, Foreword by Bill Self. Afterword by Clyde Lovellette.

On Top, Once Again" In The University of Kansas Basketball Vault®: The History of the Jayhawks, Ken Davis, a national freelance writer and KU graduate, explores the prolific 110-year history of one of the most storied and beloved college basketball programs in the country. Along with the author's narrative, this book contains memorabilia replicas such as tickets from the 2008 Final Four, an old photograph of the game's inventor, Dr. James A. Naismith, coach and player notes from the 1952 championship season, and Dick Enberg's television notes from a regional game played during the 1988 championship season. It also contains a ticket from a 1927 game against Nebraska played in Robinson Gymnasium and compelling stories of the long coaching legacies of Phog Allen, Larry Brown and Roy Williams. Replica postcards, a poster, a 1940s pennant and much more are all waiting to be discovered in the pages of The University of Kansas Basketball Vault®. Illustrated; Hardcover; 144 pages.

“Man’s Journey Into Space” For thousands of years, man has looked to the stars in wonder, but it is only recently that we have been able to travel among them, and The Spaceflight Vault: A History of NASA’s Manned Missions traces the extraordinary journey from the early rocketry pioneers to the astronauts of today. Filled with hundreds of photos from the archives at Johnson Space Center, Clark University and private collections, The Spaceflight Vault is a stunning visual history of man’s achievements in space. Designed as a treasured scrapbook, the vault also contains replicas of historic memorabilia such as pages from Dr. Robert Goddard’s handwritten diary, written tests from the Mercury astronaut selection program, Gemini flight menus, Apollo 7 checklists, media passes from early shuttle launches, front pages from numerous issues of The Johnson Space Center Roundup and much more. No one who has ever dreamed of soaring among the stars should be without this “home archive” of man’s journey into orbit. “This book allows the reader to venture through the early rocket dreamers, follow the astronauts to the surface of the moon and dream of the possibilities that lie ahead.” — Chris Kraft, former NASA flight controller and director of Johnson Space Center

Voices From Haiti Vault. "A testament to the resilience of the human spirit." A portion of the proceeds go to the Salvation Army's Haiti relief effort. From ramshackle tents and crowded church courtyards, from airport to seacoast, hear the story of Haiti's devastating earthquake directly from the people who witnessed it, and those who were called to action. You'll hear from the heroes, the survivors, and those who rushed to assist. They tell of heartbreaking losses --- and miraculous rescues --- and enduring faith. Inside: Replicas of important Haitian documents, from colonial times through the revolution. (The infamous Code Noir that set the rules for Haitian slavery; letters sent between Napoleon Bonaparte and Toussaint Louverture; excerpts from Louverture's prison memoirs; Haiti's Declaration of Independence; a letter from Jean-Jacques Dessalines to Thomas Jefferson; and more.) Also inside: Replicas of documents and materials from the dramatic days following the 2010 earthquake. (The statement of the warden of the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, issued hours after the tremor; the U.S. State Department's travel warning; maps depicting severity and consequences of the quake; a survivor's handwritten notes for aid; press-conference transcripts; and more.) Plus: Inspirational postcards, Haitian proverbs in Creole and English, and other keepsakes that you can remove from the book, hold in your hands, and share with your family. 144 pages. Hardcover, in a library-quality slipcase. With more than 50 historical pullouts. By Major Allen Satterlee, The Salvation Army.

by Jerry Green, Foreword by Ron Kramer.

The University of Michigan Football Vault® Hail to the Victors” In the University of Michigan Football Vault ® The History of the Michigan Wolverines, ™ longtime Detroit News contributor Jerry Green takes you on a memorable journey through more than 100 years of Wolverine football. The detailed “scrapbook” narrative contains neverbefore- published photographs, artwork and memorabilia drawn from UM’s extensive campus archives. Tucked into dozens of sleeves and pockets, fans will find reproductions of old game programs, historic tickets, and numerous postcards and photos. These fascinating replicas include the building permit for Michigan Stadium, a letter from high school recruit Gerald Ford to Harry Kipke, and a souvenir program and scorecard from an 1894 game against Cornell. No Wolverine fan should be without this “home archive” of Michigan’s long and illustrious history. Illustrated; Hardcover; 144 Pages. Hardcover, with slipcase. 12.50x10.90x1.80