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Football For A Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL,New
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From Jeff Pearlmanthe New York Times bestselling author of Three Ring Circuscomes the rollicking, outrageous story of the USFL, full of largerthanlife characters and youcantmakethisup stories featuring some of the biggest celebrities and buffoons in the game.The United States Football Leagueknown fondly to millions of sports fans as the USFLdid not merely challenge the NFL, but cause its owners and executives to collectively shudder. In its three seasons from 198385, it secured multiple television deals, drew millions of fans and launched the careers of legends such as Steve Young, Jim Kelly, Herschel Walker, and Reggie White. But then it died beneath the weight of a particularly egotistical and bombastic team ownera New York businessman named Donald J. Trump.In Football for a Buck, Jeff Pearlman draws on more than four hundred interviews to unearth all the salty, untold stories of one of the craziest sports entities to have ever captivated America. From 1980s drug excess to airplane brawls and playercoach punch outs, to backroom business deals and some of the most enthralling and revolutionary football ever seen, Pearlman transports readers back in time to this crazy, boozy, audacious, unforgettable era of the game. He shows how fortunes were made and lost on the backs of professional athletes and how, forty years ago, Trump was already a scoundrel and a spoiler.For fans of Terry Plutos Loose Balls or Jim Boutons Ball Four and of course Pearlmans own strangerthanfiction narratives, Football for a Buck is sports as high entertainmentand a cautionary tale of the dangers of ego and excess.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Football For A Buck'? A: 'Football For A Buck' covers the rise and fall of the United States Football League (USFL), detailing its impact on American sports and the larger-than-life personalities involved.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Jeff Pearlman, a New York Times best-selling author known for his engaging sports narratives.
- Q: What type of stories can I expect from this book? A: Readers can expect a mix of outrageous anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories, and insights into the egos and excesses of sports during the USFL era.
- Q: How many pages does 'Football For A Buck' have? A: 'Football For A Buck' contains 384 pages, providing a comprehensive look at the USFL.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'Football For A Buck' published? A: 'Football For A Buck' was published on September 11, 2018.
- Q: Is this book suitable for fans of other sports literature? A: Yes, fans of sports literature, especially those who enjoy stories like Terry Pluto’s 'Loose Balls' or Jim Bouton’s 'Ball Four', will likely appreciate this book.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: 'Football For A Buck' is released as a First Edition, reflecting its initial publication.
- Q: Does the book contain any interviews or personal accounts? A: Yes, the book is based on over four hundred interviews, providing a rich tapestry of personal accounts and stories from the USFL era.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Football For A Buck'? A: The book explores themes of ambition, ego, excess, and the unpredictable nature of sports, particularly through the lens of the USFL's history.