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A tribute to the professional achievements of the father-and-son team of Tom and Tom Morris cites their pivotal contributions to the founding of golf in the 1800s, the differences in their athletic styles, and young Tom's tragic early death.

The untold story of a national trauma—NASA’s Challenger explosion—and what really happened to America’s Teacher in Space, illuminating the tragic cost of humanity setting its sight on the starsYou’ve seen the pictures. You think you know what happened. You do not.On the morning of January 28, 1986, NASA’s space shuttle Challenger exploded shortly after blasting off from Cape Canaveral. Christa McAuliffe, America’s “Teacher in Space,” was instantly killed, along with the other six members of the mission. Right? Wrong.Thirty-five years after NASA’s revitalization program literally went up in smoke, Kevin Cook uncovers the untold story of the disastrous order to launch on an ice-cold Florida day. For the first time, he takes readers inside the shuttle for those agonizing two minutes and forty-five seconds after the fire which, yes, some of the astronauts survived.But this is more than a simple corrective to a now-dimming memory. Centering on McAuliffe, a charmingly ordinary civilian on the cusp of history, The Burning Blue animates the mission’s colorful cast of characters, which featured the second female astronaut (who was also the first Jewish astronaut), the second Black one, and the first Asian-American and Buddhist in space. Drawing intimate portraits of the people wearing the spacesuits and detailing how they earned the right to suit up, Cook makes readers temporarily forget the tragedy toward which the tale is hurtling. Infused with drama, immediacy, and compelling characters, The Burning Blue reveals the human price paid for politics and capital-P Progress on that ill-fated, unforgettable morning.

'Tommy's Honour' tells the story of the two Tom Morrises, father and son, both supremely talented golfers but utterly different, constituting a record-breaking golfing dynasty that has never been known before or since.

Exploring the rich history of Kentucky basketball, this book delves into the arenas that have hosted the Wildcats over the past century. Author Kevin Cook combines archival research and interviews to unveil captivating stories, from Alumni Gym's 1925 opening to the poignant tributes in Memorial Coliseum. It highlights the development of Rupp Arena and its societal impact, illustrating how these venues shaped Lexington's social, economic, and political landscapes. Fans will also relive memorable game day experiences, deepening their appreciation for the Wildcats' legacy.

Alvin "Titanic" Thompson, a master gambler and grifter, is brought to life in this vibrant retelling of his extraordinary adventures from 1892 to 1974. Known for his distinctive lifestyle, he traveled with golf clubs, a .45 revolver, and a suitcase filled with cash, embodying a quintessential American character. The narrative captures the essence of his colorful life, making it a captivating read for anyone intrigued by the world of betting and the larger-than-life personalities that inhabit it.

Named one of The New Yorker's "Best Books of 2023"A news-making account of the war between David Koresh’s Branch Davidians and the FBI, and how their standoff launched today’s militiasIn 1993, David Koresh and a band of heavily armed evangelical Christians took on the might of the US government. A two-month siege of their compound in Waco, Texas, ended in a firefight that killed seventy-six, including twenty-five children. America is still picking up the pieces, and we still haven’t heard the full story.Kevin Cook, who revealed the truth behind a mythic, misunderstood murder in his 2014 Kitty Genovese, finally provides the full story of what happened at Waco. He gives readers a taste of Koresh’s deadly charisma and takes us behind the scenes at the Branch Davidians’ compound, where “the new Christ” turned his followers into servants and sired seventeen children by a dozen “wives.” In vivid accounts packed with human drama, Cook harnesses never-reported material to reconstruct the FBI’s fifty-one-day siege of the Waco compound in minute-to-minute detail. He sheds new light on the Clinton administration’s approval of a lethal governmental assault in a new, definitive account of the firefight that ended so many lives and triggered the rise of today’s militia movement. Waco drew the battle lines for American extremists—in Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh’s words, “Waco started this war.” With help from sources as diverse as Branch Davidian survivors and the FBI’s lead negotiator during the siege, Cook draws a straight line from Waco’s ashes to the January 6, 2021, riot at the US Capitol and insurrections yet to come.Unmissable reading for anyone interested in the truth of what happened in Texas three decades ago, Waco Rising is chillingly relevant today. Here is the spark that ignited today’s antigovernment militias.

Focusing on self-discovery and empowerment, the book offers a comprehensive guide to achieving clarity in various life aspects. It combines insightful wisdom with practical exercises and real-life examples to help readers overcome indecision and define their goals, values, and priorities. By teaching techniques to declutter the mind and enhance intuition, it serves as a roadmap for making confident decisions. Ideal for those facing career, relationship, or personal growth challenges, it aims to unlock potential and create a fulfilling life.

Focusing on personal empowerment, this guide offers a roadmap to achieving abundance, purpose, and joy in life. Authored by Kevin Cook, it aims to help readers unlock their full potential and transform their lives through actionable insights and strategies for fulfillment.

Focusing on an iconic moment in sports history, this narrative chronicles Tiger Woods' unprecedented achievement in 2000 when he captured the US Open, Open Championship, and PGA Championship, followed by the 2001 Masters. It highlights Woods as the first golfer to hold all four major titles simultaneously, capturing the excitement and challenges of that remarkable season. The book commemorates the 25th anniversary of this historic milestone, offering insights into Woods' journey and the impact of his victories on the world of golf.