Guys love movies. Especially sports movies, where every underdog has his day, every team achieves glory, and every hero gets his moment of redemption. Next to watching Monday Night Football, there's nothing more enjoyable than plopping down on the couch with the remote and a bottle of beer and firing up the special-edition DVD of Rocky, Hoosiers, Caddyshack, or any other fan favorite. Now, two nationally renowned sports media personalities take on the task of ranking the top 100 sports movies of all time, including entertaining and informative lists, special features, and contributions from over 75 top sports figures. From drama to comedy to tragedy to documentary, all the greatest sports films are here, brought to life through detailed summaries, fun facts and trivia, behind-the-scenes revelations, plus images from the greatest moments in sports film history. Original comments from some of the top personalities in sports and entertainment -- including Peyton and Eli Manning, Charles Barkley, Tony Romo, James Gandolfini, Bill Parcells, Dennis Quaid, Arnold Palmer, and many more -- provide further insight and marketing punch.
When it comes to sports talk, no city has more to say than Philadelphia. With their 2007 The Great Book of Philadelphia Sports Lists, WIP sports radio hosts Glen Macnow and Big Daddy Graham compiled dozens of sports lists to stir up dialog and debate within the buzzing Philadelphia sports community (and beyond). A lot has happened in Philly sports since 2007 -- the Phillies' 2008 World Series win; the Eagles' record-breaking 2017 season, now-famous Philly Special play, and Super Bowl LII victory over the Patriots; the Sixers' "Trust the Process" campaign; and, of course, Gritty -- so now Glen and Big Daddy are back with dozens of new lists to keep the conversation fresh, ranking things like: The most overrated and underrated players in Philly sports history The top 10 Philadelphia sports quotes The 10 worst Eagles draft picks ever The greatest duos in Philly sports history The 10 best sports movies set in Philadelphia The worst bosses in Philly sports history and much more!
Following upon the success of the The Great Philadelphia Fan Book. Glen Macnow and Philadelphia's No. 1 sports-talk personality-Angelo Cataldi-have combined to give us The Great Philadelphia Sports Debate. It's sure to strike another nerve with Philadelphia's sports fans; the most loyal, long suffering, vociferous, in-the-blood, in your face sports fan in America! This time, Glen and Angelo get smack-dab in the middle of the controversies that always abound when sports fans get together. Whether it be in the taproom, or in the living room watching their favorite sport on TV. Who's the best this? What was the greatest that? These debates have been with us as long as sports have been played, and will continue to be.
Philadelphia sports fans have a reputation as the roughest, toughest, most vocal and unruly fans in sports. Philly fans booed Santa, cheered, as Michael Irvin lay motionless on the Vet's hard Astroturf. Sports radio personalities Glen Macnow and Anthony Gargano tell the story from the Philadelphia fan's perspective. In part a Philadelphia sports memoir, The Great Philadelphia Fan Book is also a historical and anecdotal account of the nation's passionate sports fans centering around Philadelphia's four major league teams. The authors mount a sturdy apologia that will be sure to delight Philadelphia sports fans and remind them of their unique and unabashed dedication to their hometown teams.
Deion Sanders was known as "Prime Time" because he always played his best when the most people were watching. The only man to play in both the Super Bowl and the World Series, Sanders was a two-sport star. Author Glen Macnow puts the reader in the center of the action, as he tells the story of how Sanders came to be considered one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history.
Troy Aikman was known as the "Quarterback of the '90s'." During that decade, the rifle-armed passer led the Dallas Cowboys to three Super Bowl titles. Readers will learn about how Aikman became the No. 1 pick in the 1989 NFL Draft and stayed on top to become a Pro Football Hall of Famer.
Owning the record for consecutive games played, Cal Ripken, Jr., is known as baseball's Iron Man. Readers find out what other accomplishments landed him in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Chris Webber, now a power forward for the Sacramento Kings, has accomplished many things on the basketball court: three state championships in high school, twice led the University of Michigan to the NCAA Championship game, NBA Rookie of the Year, and the list goes on. However, author Glen Macnow also tells the story of how Webber's greatest accomplishment may be how he handled himself during his worst moment of failure in the aftermath of a championship game loss due solely to his lack of judgment.
Ken Griffey, Jr. is one of the best baseball players in the game, and has helped turn the struggling Seattle Mariners into a playoff caliber team. Griffey excels at every aspect of the game, but in order to become a great player he had to overcome the stresses of having enormous expectations put on him at a young age. His story will captivate and inspire your readers.
Deion Sanders, a cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, is one of the greatest athletes of his generation. The only sportsman to play for both a baseball World Series champion and a football Super Bowl champion, Sanders is constantly amazing fans with his athletic ability. Also discussed in the text are Sanders' personal life, his generosity, and the love he has for his family.
The gangster movie is one of the most popular genres in film. From the Italian, Irish, and Russian "families" in America to similarly sinister groups in Europe, Japan, and beyond, the cinema has never shied away from portraying the evil exploits of these brutal outfits. In this highly entertaining and informative book, two accomplished and apropos authors put the genre in perspective like no other author or documentarian has done before. The Ultimate Book of Gangster Movies provides extensive reviews of the Top 100 gangster films of all time, including sidebars like "Reality Check," "Hit and Miss," "I Know That Guy," "Body Count," and other fun and informative features. Also included are over a dozen stand-alone chapters such as Sleeper "Hits," "Fugazi" Flops, Guilty Pleasures, Lost Treasures, Q&A Interviews with top actors and directors (including Chazz Palinteri, Michael Madsen, Joe Mantagna, and more), plus over 50 compelling photographs. Foreword by Joe Pistone, the FBI agent and mob infiltrator who wrote the bestselling book and acclaimed movie, Donnie Brasco.
Originally known as the Syracuse Nationals, the 76ers moved to Philadelphia. Four years later, led by Wilt the Stilt Chamberlain, Philadelphia defeated the San Francisco Warriors to win the NBA title. Philadelphia won another title led by the high-flying Julius Erving (better known as Dr. J) and star center Moses Malone. After trading superstar Charles Barkley, Philadelphia struggled, but now their future looks bright because of the addition of dynamic scorer Allen Iverson.
A big and ferocious player, Charles Barkley's size and strength have made him a powerhouse in the National Basketball Association and a star of the Phoenix Suns. Give your readers a compelling look at this talent.
Surveys the history of the Denver Broncos, discusses the 1998 and 1999 Super Bowl winning teams, and profiles some of the best players, including John Elway and Terrell Davis.
David Robinson didn't play on his high school basketball team until his junior year. However, he began to make a name for himself at the U.S. Naval Academy. David Robinson earned his college degree, served in the Navy, and now is a star with the San Antonio Spurs.
Sports Great Books for reluctant readers are high-interest biographies with easy-reading text about star athletes. All sports fans will love these books, and students will enjoy using them for biography reports. Each indexed book contains career statistics, action photographs, Internet addresses, and exciting accounts that give readers the feel of the big game.Profiles professional basketball star Allen Iverson, whose speed and determination helped him to overcome his relatively small stature to earn the All-Star MVP trophy and the NBA's Most Valuable Player award in 2001.
Deion Sanders was known as "Prime Time" because he always played his best when the most people were watching. The only man to play in both the Super Bowl and the World Series, Sanders was a two-sport star. Author Glen Macnow puts the reader in the center of the action, as he tells the story of how Sanders came to be considered one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history.
When it comes to sports talk, no city has more to say than Philadelphia. With their 2007 The Great Book of Philadelphia Sports Lists, WIP sports radio hosts Glen Macnow and Big Daddy Graham compiled dozens of sports lists to stir up dialog and debate within the buzzing Philadelphia sports community (and beyond). A lot has happened in Philly sports since 2007 -- the Phillies' 2008 World Series win; the Eagles' record-breaking 2017 season, now-famous Philly Special play, and Super Bowl LII victory over the Patriots; the Sixers' "Trust the Process" campaign; and, of course, Gritty -- so now Glen and Big Daddy are back with dozens of new lists to keep the conversation fresh, ranking things like: The most overrated and underrated players in Philly sports history The top 10 Philadelphia sports quotes The 10 worst Eagles draft picks ever The greatest duos in Philly sports history The 10 best sports movies set in Philadelphia The worst bosses in Philly sports history and much more!
The gangster movie is one of the most popular genres in film. From the Italian, Irish, and Russian "families" in America to similarly sinister groups in Europe, Japan, and beyond, the cinema has never shied away from portraying the evil exploits of these brutal outfits. In this highly entertaining and informative book, two accomplished and apropos authors put the genre in perspective like no other author or documentarian has done before. The Ultimate Book of Gangster Movies provides extensive reviews of the Top 100 gangster films of all time, including sidebars like "Reality Check," "Hit and Miss," "I Know That Guy," "Body Count," and other fun and informative features. Also included are over a dozen stand-alone chapters such as Sleeper "Hits," "Fugazi" Flops, Guilty Pleasures, Lost Treasures, Q&A Interviews with top actors and directors (including Chazz Palinteri, Michael Madsen, Joe Mantagna, and more), plus over 50 compelling photographs. Foreword by Joe Pistone, the FBI agent and mob infiltrator who wrote the bestselling book and acclaimed movie, Donnie Brasco.
Owning the record for consecutive games played, Cal Ripken, Jr., is known as baseball's Iron Man. Readers find out what other accomplishments landed him in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Guys love movies. Especially sports movies, where every underdog has his day, every team achieves glory, and every hero gets his moment of redemption. Next to watching Monday Night Football, there's nothing more enjoyable than plopping down on the couch with the remote and a bottle of beer and firing up the special-edition DVD of Rocky, Hoosiers, Caddyshack, or any other fan favorite. Now, two nationally renowned sports media personalities take on the task of ranking the top 100 sports movies of all time, including entertaining and informative lists, special features, and contributions from over 75 top sports figures. From drama to comedy to tragedy to documentary, all the greatest sports films are here, brought to life through detailed summaries, fun facts and trivia, behind-the-scenes revelations, plus images from the greatest moments in sports film history. Original comments from some of the top personalities in sports and entertainment -- including Peyton and Eli Manning, Charles Barkley, Tony Romo, James Gandolfini, Bill Parcells, Dennis Quaid, Arnold Palmer, and many more -- provide further insight and marketing punch.
A big and ferocious player, Charles Barkley's size and strength have made him a powerhouse in the National Basketball Association and a star of the Phoenix Suns. Give your readers a compelling look at this talent.
Surveys the history of the Denver Broncos, discusses the 1998 and 1999 Super Bowl winning teams, and profiles some of the best players, including John Elway and Terrell Davis.
Chris Webber, now a power forward for the Sacramento Kings, has accomplished many things on the basketball court: three state championships in high school, twice led the University of Michigan to the NCAA Championship game, NBA Rookie of the Year, and the list goes on. However, author Glen Macnow also tells the story of how Webber's greatest accomplishment may be how he handled himself during his worst moment of failure in the aftermath of a championship game loss due solely to his lack of judgment.
Sports Great Books for reluctant readers are high-interest biographies with easy-reading text about star athletes. All sports fans will love these books, and students will enjoy using them for biography reports. Each indexed book contains career statistics, action photographs, Internet addresses, and exciting accounts that give readers the feel of the big game.Profiles professional basketball star Allen Iverson, whose speed and determination helped him to overcome his relatively small stature to earn the All-Star MVP trophy and the NBA's Most Valuable Player award in 2001.
Ken Griffey, Jr. is one of the best baseball players in the game, and has helped turn the struggling Seattle Mariners into a playoff caliber team. Griffey excels at every aspect of the game, but in order to become a great player he had to overcome the stresses of having enormous expectations put on him at a young age. His story will captivate and inspire your readers.
David Robinson didn't play on his high school basketball team until his junior year. However, he began to make a name for himself at the U.S. Naval Academy. David Robinson earned his college degree, served in the Navy, and now is a star with the San Antonio Spurs.
Deion Sanders, a cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys, is one of the greatest athletes of his generation. The only sportsman to play for both a baseball World Series champion and a football Super Bowl champion, Sanders is constantly amazing fans with his athletic ability. Also discussed in the text are Sanders' personal life, his generosity, and the love he has for his family.
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