George Plimpton Book order

The book features a collection of thrilling tales shared among members of The Explorers Club, a renowned gathering spot for adventurous spirits. Curated by the late George Plimpton, these stories highlight remarkable journeys and experiences from daring explorers. This updated edition includes a new foreword by Richard Wiese, the club's 44th president, along with a fresh photo insert that offers a glimpse into the exclusive club and its celebrated adventure archives, enriching the reader's understanding of its storied legacy.

Focusing on the lives of professional athletes, this follow-up to "Paper Lion" offers an insightful perspective through the experiences of two former teammates of the author. Celebrated as an American classic in sports writing, it provides a unique exploration of the challenges and realities faced by sportspeople. This edition marks its debut in the UK, bringing this compelling narrative to a new audience.

From the author of Paper Lion What happens when a weekend athlete - of average skill at best - joins the professional golf circuit?

After forays into American football, golf and the world of professional boxing, George Plimpton accepts his riskiest assignment yet: taking to the ice as goalie for his beloved National Hockey League team, the Boston Bruins.

From the author of Paper Lion Stepping into the ring against light-heavyweight champion Archie Moore, George Plimpton pauses to wonder what ever induced him to become a participatory journalist.

Out of My League chronicles what happened next as his inspired idea - to get on the mound and pitch a few innings to the All-Stars of the American and National Leagues - got seriously out of hand.

In the mid-1960s, George Plimpton talked his way into the Detroit Lions' pre- season training camp and in doing so set the bar for participatory sports journalism.

Being a writer can be a lonely and frustrating experience. The stories in this book-by a wide range of professional writers, novelists, journalists, freelancers, poets and screenwriters-will give readers insight into the human trials, tribulations and triumphs of writers, and writers a source of inspiration and commiseration. Whether readers are beginning writers, seasoned pros or wannabes, the stories of purpose, passion, endurance and success contained in Chicken Soup for the Writer's Soul will inform, entertain, uplift and inspire them. In its pages, they will learn important lessons on: the importance of perseverance, the value of being yourself, the process of discovering your own voice, the need for mentors and allies, and the power of following your heartfelt dreams. Contributors include: Sue Grafton, Steve Allen, Dave Barry, Agatha Christie, Art Linkletter, Terry McMillan, and more.

A biography of American author Truman Capote in which various friends, enemies, acquaintances and detractors recall his turbulent career.