The End of the Perfect 10: The Making and Breaking of Gymnastics' Top Score -from Nadia to Now

The End of the Perfect 10: The Making and Breaking of Gymnastics' Top Score -from Nadia to Now

A “delightful and insightful” (The Wall Street Journal) account of the controversial world of gymnastics and its scoring system, which has propelled powerful and athletic American gymnasts to the top of the sport.It was the team finals of women’s gymnastics in the 2012 London Olympics and McKayla Maroney was on top of her game. The sixteen-year-old US gymnast was performing arguably the best vault of all time, launching herself unimaginably high into the air and sticking a flawless landing. But when her score came, many were baffled: 16.233. Three tenths of a point in deductions stood between her and a perfect score. But if that vault wasn’t perfection, what was? For years, gymnastics was scored on a 10.0 scale. During this era, more than 100 “perfect” scores were awarded in major international competitions. But when the 10.0 scoring system caused major judging controversies at the 2004 Olympics, international elite gymnastics made the switch to the open-ended scoring system it uses today, which values both difficulty and technical execution, making perfect scores a thing of the past—and forever altering the sport in the process. With insight, flair, and boundless love for the sport, gymnastics insider Dvora Meyers answers questions that fans have been asking since the last perfect score was handed out over twenty years ago. She reveals why successful female gymnasts like 2016 Olympics All Around medalists Simone Biles and Aly Raisman are older and more athletic than they have ever been before, how the United States became the gymnastics powerhouse it is today, and what the future of gymnastics may hold. Bolstered by dozens of exclusive interviews with professionals representing every aspect of the sport, The End of the Perfect 10 is “the Simone Biles of gymnastics books” (Slate), a captivating look at elite gymnastics’ entry into the uncharted world of imperfection—and how it has created stronger athletes than ever before.

  • ASIN: B0176M3VM8
  • Manufacturer: Atria Books

Star Trek the Original Series Wall Calendar 1996

Star Trek the Original Series Wall Calendar 1996

Join Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, Dr. McCoy, and the rest of the crew of the U.S.s. Enterprise NCC-1701 in their timeless adventures with this breathtaking collection of images from the classic series.

  • ASIN: B0035XSDZS
  • Brand: Pocket Books
  • Manufacturer: SIMON & SCHUSTER

LeatherWorks: Traditional Craft for Modern Living

LeatherWorks: Traditional Craft for Modern Living

Learn to make stylish and beautiful items from leather, from homeware to fashion accessories, in your own living room. From a woven bench or log basket, to bags, a sunglasses case or even an apron, this cool craft book teaches you how to make 20 simple yet stylish leather projects.  Master core craft skills that will allow you to produce elegant and durable pieces, such as hand-stitching, weaving, riveting and lacing. Learn all about working with this natural and sustainable material which has intrinsic value and gives unique character to each piece you create. Working with leather is a tidy, portable craft that requires little space and all of the tools and materials can be readily purchased - all you need is a small dining table! This book is the perfect introduction to working with leather.

  • ASIN: 191112725X
  • ISBN: 191112725X
  • Brand: JACQUI SMALL
  • Manufacturer: Jacqui Small

Giggle, Giggle, Quack (A Click Clack Book)

Giggle, Giggle, Quack (A Click Clack Book)

Farmer Brown is going on vacation. He asks his brother, Bob, to take care of the animals. "But keep an eye on Duck. He's trouble." Bob follows the instructions in Farmer Brown's notes exactly. Is that giggling he hears? Giggle, giggle, quack, giggle, moo, giggle, oink... Duck, the cows, the hens and the pigs are back in this Classic Board Book™ edition!

  • ASIN: 144240891X
  • ISBN: 144240891X
  • Brand: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
  • Manufacturer: Little Simon