The Basketball Book of Why (and Who, What, When, Where, and How)

The Basketball Book of Why (and Who, What, When, Where, and How)
Author: Wayne Stewart
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2023-11-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493072773

How was basketball born? Why is the area in the paint and around the free throw circle known as the key? When did the NBA begin play? What team was arguably the worst NBA squad ever? Who was the highest drafted college player who never played a single game in the NBA? This book provides over 100 questions and detailed answers concerning the traditions, rules, and history of basketball. Organized by the sport’s three eras—its birth through 1945, the NBA from 1946 through 1999, and the game today—it answers questions about the sport at all levels, from college games to the Olympics. A bonus chapter provides a who, what, when, where, why, and how of basketball—the perfect resource to settle arguments or to answer challenging trivia questions.

Who Discovered What When

Who Discovered What When
Author: Arron Wood
Publisher: New Holland Publishers (AU)
Total Pages: 475
Release: 2005
Genre: Science
ISBN: 192165564X

You need no specialised knowledge of science to find interest and value in this unique book. The author's grasp of all spheres of science is so firm that he can explain complex ideas with startling clarity. Each chapter covers a half-century, and the pithy 200-300 word stories are arranged chronologically.

Pocket Book of What, When and Who on Earth

Pocket Book of What, When and Who on Earth
Author: George Courtauld
Publisher: Bene Factum Publishing
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2012-04-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1903071453

A compendium of fascinating information about Christianity, including important plants, symbolic animals, common variations on the cross, and much more A concise and convenient book about Christianity, this pocket book is perfectly formatted for anyone interested in learning more about religion on-the-go. It is clearly and simply designed for accessible browsing, and includes time lines, biographies, critical biblical moments, and many other aspects of Christianity aptly explained.

The Football Book of Why (and Who, What, When, Where, and How)

The Football Book of Why (and Who, What, When, Where, and How)
Author: Wayne Stewart
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 251
Release: 2022-10-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 149306858X

Why is a football field sometimes called a gridiron? Who are some of the best left-handed quarterbacks ever? Who was the first Black quarterback to win a Super Bowl? Why do players form a huddle when plays are called? When did quarterback sacks become an official statistic? What is the record for the most passes thrown by a quarterback in a game? This book provides a slew of questions and in-depth answers concerning the traditions, rules, records, and history of pro football (and more). From the early days of football to the hugely popular game seen today, Wayne Stewart answers questions even the most knowledgeable fan may have pondered. Whether the topic is quarterbacks or coaches, famous “firsts” or memorable moments, if a Who, What, When, Where, Why, or How? question is on your mind, this is the book for you.