SynopsisIntroduction by David Halberstam,Foreword by Chris Berman,The biggest stars, the greatest games, the most,stupendous moments in world sport are all,contained here in this beautiful volume which,celebrates sport, in its many forms, throughout,the twentieth century. Packed with essays from,some of the world's best sports writers and,illustrated throughout in full-colour, this is,the ultimate guide to the greatest sports,moments of the last millennium., 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 essays on each of the other athletes named by ESPNs sports experts as the 100 Greatest Athletes of the Century. Each chapter concludes with a Playbook that provides memorable stories and much more., ESPN, the worldwide leader in sports, has combined its considerable resources with the talents of some of sports' most renowned authors, academics, commentators, and observers to create this memorable chronicle of sports in our century. ESPN SportsCentury is a fitting tribute to the greatest athletes, best teams, biggest games, and most unforgettable moments, which have enthralled us while also influencing our political, social, and cultural development as a nation. Book jacket., Introduction by David Halberstam Foreword by Chris Berman The biggest stars, the greatest games, the most stupendous moments in world sport are all contained here in this beautiful volume which celebrates sport, in its many forms, throughout the twentieth century. Packed with essays from some of the world's best sports writers and illustrated throughout in full-colour, this is the ultimate guide to the greatest sports moments of the last millennium.
LC Classification NumberGV583.E76 1999