ESPN Sports Century

by Michael MacCambridge and David Halberstam

Book Overview

A unique collaborative effort from the worldwide leader in sports, this beautifully illustrated volume featuring original essays by some of North Americas most renowned writers shows what sports means to North America and why it continues to matter. Beginning with an introduction by Pulitzer Prize-winning author David Halberstam, the book includes ten chapters, each with an essay on the athlete(s) who best defined a particular decade, as well as sidebar...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786864710
• ISBN13: 9780786864713
• Release Date: September 1999
• Publisher: Hyperion Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 3.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 9.5" x 10.7"

Customer Reviews

A great gift for a sports fanatic

I bought this book for a gift - but caught myself reading it before I wrapped it - so I bought one for me, too. A great look at sports through the 20th century. Any sports fan would enjoy this book.

Now ESPN needs is a Video to go with this!

Over the past several months their has been an abundance of books about the sports century, ranking people and each list is very subjective. ESPN has put together some of the more interesting highlights of the last century and this book is one of a kind.In just over 280 pages there is more sports memories than just about any other book I have read. Packed with photos, and some of them rare, laced with stories and filled with memories, there is something in this book for every sports fan, both young and old.ESPN has made a name in the sports world as the leader in sports coverage, not with this book they proved themselves right. You'll read about Babe Ruth, Joe Louis, Joe Dimaggio and Ted Williams, Johnny Unitas, Pete Rose, Ali and Jordan.For the true sports fans this book makes the perfect addition to the library. About the only thing book needs now is a video to compliment the writing. Excellent work and congratulations ESPN on a job well done.

Professional and a Joy

Michael Mac sure can put together a great coffee-table book. This is a Joy to peruse. Glorifies our National Pastimes. Bought this as a Gift to Myself. Thank you!

Simply the Best

I have read many books about great sports people and this one tops the rest. The book has great information and excellent pictures