For The Game's Sake (1920)

By Lawrence Perry

Book Overview

For The Game's Sake is a novel written by Lawrence Perry and published in 1920. The story revolves around a young man named John Harcourt, who is a talented athlete and a star player on his college football team. However, John's passion for the game is put to the test when he falls in love with a young woman named Marjorie, who disapproves of his violent and dangerous sport.As John struggles to balance his love for Marjorie with his love for football, he is forced to confront the harsh realities of the game and the toll it takes on his body and mind. Along the way, he must navigate the pressures of his teammates, coaches, and fans, who all expect him to put the game above everything else.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice, as John must choose between his personal happiness and his commitment to his team and sport. It also offers a glimpse into the world of college football in the early 20th century, with its intense rivalries, brutal practices, and passionate fans.Overall, For The Game's Sake is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of sports culture and the human psyche.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436850363
• ISBN13: 9781436850360
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"