books: sports - top sellers

books: sports - top sellers

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The Downhill Lie: A Hacker's Return to a Ruinous Sport

Carl Hiaasen

Knopf, 2008

Most Enjoyable Book
I enjoyed reading this book more than I have enjoyed any book in the past several years.

The Winners Manual: For the Game of Life

Jim Tressel, Chris Fabry, ...

Tyndale House Publishers, 2008

Leading By Example
This excellent game plan for the gridiron of life was 23 years in the making. Over that time period, coach Jim Tressel has utilized such a manual for his Youngstown State and Ohio State teams. And this book is the guide presented to players at the start of each ...

We Might As Well Win: On the Road to Success with the Mastermind Behind a Record-Setting Eight Tour de France ...

Johan Bruyneel, Bill Strickland

Houghton Mifflin, 2008

Very pleasant read; especially during the month of July!
As I married into a cycling family, I slowly learned quite a bit about cycling and the madness that is "Le Tour". I fell in love with the riders, their personalities, the traditions, and even Phil Liggett. I was very surprised to find that I really enjoyed Johan's ...

The Match: The Day the Game of Golf Changed Forever

Mark Frost

Hyperion, 2007

If you liked this book, you MUST read this interview!
I found this incredible interview regarding how the game of Golf has changed over the years. You wouldn't believe the evolution! If you have any interest in the history of Golf, this is a must read. If you want to become even more knowledgeable on the subject, scroll ...

Rome 1960: The Olympics That Changed the World

David Maraniss

Simon & Schuster, 2008

In Time For The 2008 Olympics
Mr. Maraniss is a former reporter of the Washington Post and author of acclaimed biographies of Bill Clinton and Vince Lombardi. He is a wonderful writer and storyteller. With the approach of the 2008 Summer Games, "Rome, 1960" takes us back to a simple era, without ...

The Art of Racing in the Rain

Garth Stein

Harper, 2008

Wonderful book
I wont bore you with a long comment but this book is just awesome. I am a HUGE dog lover and I picked this up because of it. I totally love this book. Its an easy read, you can finish it in a day or 2.

Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster

Jon Krakauer

Anchor, 1999

My Favorite Book
Of all the books that I have read, this is the best. Absolutely fascinating. And, in my opinion, it's an adventure story that can be enjoyed by folks who aren't necessarily into mountain climbing. My dad gave this book to me as a gift, and he being a writer himself ...

Pro Football Prospectus 2008: The Essential Guide to the 2008 Pro Football Season (Pro Football Prospectus)

Plume, 2008

Football by the Numbers
One Moment Changes Everything: The All-America Tragedy of Don Rogers Of all the books that rely on statistical information to be applied in a useful way (fantasy football), Pro Football Prospectus is, to me, the very best. It doesn't seem as easy to use as the ...

Strength Training Anatomy

Frederic Delavier

Human Kinetics Publishers, 2005

Had to buy TWO of these
I just had to leave feedback on this book because I just ordered my SECOND copy of it. I ordered it after a coworker showed me his old copy. I was amazed at how it showed you which specific muscles are used during each exercise (that it details how to do). I've been ...

The Dangerous Book for Boys

Conn Iggulden, Hal Iggulden

Collins, 2007

Brilliant book for boys or girls
My nine year old twin girls love the book. Sure, they have no interest in hunting rabbits (they're vegetarians) or famous battles in history (at least not yet), but there's a lot in here for any kid who is not on too tight of a parental leash. Get this and the girls' ...

Hero of the Underground: A Memoir

Jason Peter, Tony O'Neill

St. Martin's Press, 2008

Outstanding book, awesome story - must read!
Bought this book and could not put it down. Finished it in less than a week, which is fast for a non-reader like myself. Peter weaves an incredible story that is a must-read for football fans. Highly, highly reccomend this amazing book.

A Few Seconds of Panic: A 5-Foot-8, 170-Pound, 43-Year-Old Sportswriter Plays in the NFL

Stefan Fatsis

Penguin Press HC, The, 2008

What a ball!
If you like sports or competing, you'll love this book. It's an Every Man story of a regular guy trying to find out how it feels to be a professional athlete. And for those of us who'll never get a chance to find out, it's a ton of fun. Fatsis takes us inside the ...

The Daring Book for Girls

Andrea J. Buchanan, Miriam Peskowitz

Collins, 2007

Not quite perfect
My nine year old twin girls have this and the dangerous book for boys as well. Both are well-loved, but the hit fraction is perhaps a bit higher on topics in the boys' book. I say ignore the gender and let the kids have fun.

A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail

Bill Bryson

Anchor, 2006

A MUST for any past, present or future hiker
Heard A WALK IN THE WOODS, written and read by Bill Bryson It is the true tale of the author's attempt to walk the 2,100 Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Georgia to Maine . . . although he ultimately was not successful in completing the entire AT (as it is ...

Yankee Stadium: The Official Retrospective

Al Santasiere

Pocket, 2008

A MUST FOR ANY YANKEE FAN!!!
My husband who has been a Yankee fan ever since he was a little boy loved this book I bought it as a gift for him. I originally saw it on QVC in a box for about $76 with shipping and since I don't buy any books without consulting Amazon first I checked it out. Who ...