- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: HCI (Nov 17 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 155874875X
- ISBN-13: 978-1558748750
- Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 14.1 x 2.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 590 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #296,143 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Book Description
For pure exhilaration and drama, there's nothing quite like sports: It's the crack of the bat as it connects with the baseball, hurtling it into the bleachers for a home run; the swish of the basketball as it drops into the net for a three-point play at the buzzer; the roar of the crowd as the quarterback delivers a perfect spiral pass for the winning touchdown. Most importantly, sports bring out the best in the human spirit. There is an intensity and a richness inherent in every sporting experience that amplifies our emotions and our connection with the moment and, indeed, with ourselves. This latest collection of Chicken Soup honors all that is good in the world of sports. From major leaguers to little leaguers, from hockey stars to figure skaters, and from horseracing to mushing, the stories in this book highlight the positive and transformative nature of sports. Readers will come to see sports as one of our most important and powerful teachers. They can teach us to focus and stay the course, or to develop a new strategy and rededicate ourselves to a goal. They can teach us to be humble in victory and gracious in defeat. They can teach us the importance of teamwork and remind us that we must strive to give our individual all. At their best, sports will build us up and they will wear us down; they will build character and teach us to overcome adversity. This book is for anyone who has ever enjoyed watching or participating in any sport, from the professional athlete to the weekend warrior, from the soccer mom to the diehard sports fan, from the marathon runner to the neighborhood jogger.
About the Author
Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen, the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling coauthors of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, have dedicated their lives to the personal and professional development of others.
Mark and Chrissy Donnelly are coauthors of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul and Chicken Soup for the Golfer's Soul.
Jim Tunney, Ed.D., is regarded as the "Dean of NFL Referees." In his 31 years as an NFL official, Jim received a record 29 postseason assignments, including 10 Championships, three Super Bowls and six Pro Bowls. Named Sporting News Best NFL Official and awarded the highest accolade of the National Association of Sports Officials, the Gold Whistle (1992), Jim was the first official named to the "All-Madden Team" and is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Today, Jim is a celebrated and respected professional speaker. His credentials place him in the top 2 percent of professional speakers working today, and he is past president of the National Speakers Association.
Mark and Chrissy Donnelly are coauthors of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Chicken Soup for the Couple's Soul and Chicken Soup for the Golfer's Soul.
Jim Tunney, Ed.D., is regarded as the "Dean of NFL Referees." In his 31 years as an NFL official, Jim received a record 29 postseason assignments, including 10 Championships, three Super Bowls and six Pro Bowls. Named Sporting News Best NFL Official and awarded the highest accolade of the National Association of Sports Officials, the Gold Whistle (1992), Jim was the first official named to the "All-Madden Team" and is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Today, Jim is a celebrated and respected professional speaker. His credentials place him in the top 2 percent of professional speakers working today, and he is past president of the National Speakers Association.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Possibly the Best Book I Have and Ever Will Read,
By A Customer
This review is from: Chicken Soup for the Sports Fan's Soul: 101 Stories of Insight, Inspiration and Laughter in the World of Sport (Paperback)
"Chicken Soup For The Sports Fans Soul" is a phenomenal book. It tells many stories including goof ups, sports stars who have done great things for other people, and just about every headline story in the world of sports. It is a very inspirational book. One of my favorite stories was when a team takes one of their players out of the hospital when he is lying in his bed so he could celebrate a victory. I recommend this book to any person interested in sports. The sports in this book range from golf to rugby. The writers of this book including Jack Canfield are all great.I will tell you the truth though. Some people will agree that some of the stories are a little boring. If you like "Chicken Soup for the Sports Fan's Soul", I suggest you read "Chicken Soup For The Baseball Fans Soul". If you do read "Chicken Soup For The Sports Fans Soul" I know you will love it. I rated this book 5 stars and I think you will too. Go get it now.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Better but not great,
By colmlt (Abingdon, MD USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Chicken Soup for the Sports Fan's Soul: Stories of Insight, Inspiration & Laughter in the World of Sports (Audio Cassette)
At least the diversity of sports used in this tape kept my attention and I did like some of the stories. I even learned some things that I didn't know about some sports luminaries. I wouldn't buy the tape again. Come on, Jack, get some humor in your stories and on the tape. Not everything has to be so serious.
5.0 out of 5 stars
great book on the good things in sports and life,
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This review is from: Chicken Soup for the Sports Fan's Soul: 101 Stories of Insight, Inspiration and Laughter in the World of Sport (Paperback)
Chicken Soup for the Sports fan's soul is a wonderful book that talks about the good and rich things in both sports and sport life. the book isn't biased and covers everything from baseball to football to hockey and even to baseball card collecting. there are some really nice and touching stories in here.stories include with Roger Maris, Joe Montana, Michael Jordan, John Elway, and Mickey Mantle to name a few. great book for anyone who loves sports. this book will not only make you feel good about yourself, but also give you a greater appreciation for the game.
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