Chris Epting Boeken

The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, opened in 1923, holds the title of "America's Most Historic Sports Stadium." Recognized as a State and Federal Historic Landmark in 1984, it has played a significant role in California and U.S. history. This book features over 200 vintage images that vividly capture the rich history and contributions of the Coliseum, celebrating its legacy in sports and culture.

The book offers a nostalgic exploration of Orange County's transformation from its agricultural roots to a bustling hub of development and culture. It highlights significant historical landmarks and attractions, such as the Golden Bear nightclub and Lion Country Safari, showcasing the region's rich heritage through a collection of evocative photographs. Many images are sourced from the Orange County Archives and the author's private collection, capturing the essence of a community that has evolved while grappling with the loss of its past.

The history of baseball in Orange County traces its roots back to the late 1880s with community teams formed by oil workers. Walter Johnson, a future Hall of Fame pitcher, emerged as a local star in the early 1900s. The sport's popularity surged, leading to the establishment of numerous teams and leagues throughout the region. Iconic players like Connie Mack, Joe DiMaggio, Babe Ruth, and Jackie Robinson made significant contributions to the local baseball scene. The California Angels, now the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, began their legacy in 1966, highlighting the area's vibrant baseball heritage.

The book showcases a remarkable journey through the life of a rock legend, enriched with numerous photographs and contributions from notable friends and family, including Bonnie Bramlett, Mick Fleetwood, and Graham Nash. It highlights the vibrant and triumphant experiences of a musician who has left a significant mark on the industry, offering readers an intimate look at both personal and professional milestones.

Focusing on the rich history of the Polo Grounds, this book explores the early years of the iconic ballpark, which opened in 1891. It captures the shared experiences of the New York Giants, Yankees, and football Giants before the legendary moments of the 1954 World Series and Bobby Thomson's famous home run. Through a stunning collection of photographs, it reveals a rarely documented era from the dawn of the 20th century to the 1920s, celebrating the park's unique legacy in American sports history.

The book explores the rich history of baseball in Los Angeles, highlighting various historic venues such as Chutes Park, Gilmore Field, and Wrigley Field. It details the Dodgers' transition to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in 1958 and features lesser-known locations like Olive Memorial Stadium and Brookside Park. Notable legends such as Babe Ruth and Joe DiMaggio graced these fields. Unique images of these historic ballparks are compiled for the first time, showcasing the evolution of baseball culture in Southern California beyond the well-known Dodger and Angel Stadiums.

The book captures the transformation of Huntington Beach from a quiet seaside town to a bustling tourist destination, driven by the oil boom of the 1920s. Through nearly 200 vintage photographs, it illustrates key moments in the city's development, including the famous Huntington Beach Pier, the 1938 flood, and the nostalgic "Tent City." The collection showcases the area's rich history, featuring rare images of beach scenes, significant events, and aerial views that highlight its evolution into the beloved "Surf City" known today.

Bingo!: Reflections On Over 40 Years in the NBA is the autobiography of legendary Los Angeles Clippers and sports broadcaster Ralph Lawler. The book covers Lawler's extraordinary life and career, from his childhood in Peoria, Illinois; through his time at Bradley University; to the beginning of his sports announcing career at the Riverside International Raceway; his years spent in Philadelphia with the Flyers, Phillies, and 76ers; his years in San Diego with the Conquistadors and the Chargers; and culminating in his 40-year career with the Clippers. Along the way, basketball and the NBA is the focus of the book, with Lawler's observations and stories about players, coaches, and teams from the 1940s through his retirement at the close of the 2019 season forming the core of the book. Included among the myriad stories and reflections will be his relationships with NBA legend Bill Walton, infamous Clippers owner Donald Sterling, Clippers GM and NBA great Elgin Baylor, and a variety of famous players and coaches from throughout the NBA. As Lawler used to famously say from behind the microphone, "Fasten your seatbelts!" Bingo! is a fun-filled journey through professional basketball, with plenty of "Oh me, Oh my!" moments, and the definitive answer to the burning question all NBA fans want to know: Is there any truth to "Lawler's Law"?