- Paperback: 341 pages
- Publisher: HB Fenn and Company; 1 edition (Oct 15 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1551682893
- ISBN-13: 978-1551682891
- Product Dimensions: 21.8 x 14.2 x 3.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 544 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #462,894 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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One of the most compelling figures ever to lace on a pair of skates, Carl Brewer was a gifted skater and stickhandler, renowned for his ability to control the pace of a game and to goad opponents into costly errors. His talents made him an NHL all-star and one of the cornerstones of a Toronto Maple Leaf dynasty. But he was also a loner playing a team game, a free spirit in an era when players were expected not to make waves. Teammates and management alike wrote him off as an eccentric, an enigma. At what should have been the peak of his career, he abandoned the game, embarking on a lifelong search for meaning in his life. Along the way he met Susan Foster, and together they would discover that purpose. The Power of Two tells the story of how Carl and Susan successfully battled the hockey establishment over the issue of player pensions. Together they uncovered fraud, corruption and betrayal of trust, ultimately helping bring down the powerful Alan Eagleson. The Power of Two also provides intimate insights into Brewer, who was aptly remembered as a "magnificent, misunderstood fanatic," and his enduring bond with the life partner and ally whose tireless support he depended on.
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A true hockey hero,
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This review is from: The Power of Two: Carl Brewer's Battle with Hockey's Power Brokers (Paperback)
While we sat in front of our TV in the 50's and 60's watching Hockey Night in Canada and watching the world's greatest players, something was wrong with how our NHL heroes were being treated. Owners and coaches were treating our heroes like serfs.
The players were also being hijacked by people who said there were on their side. Owners and agents working together to make themselves rich and the players dependant upon them. Find out why the salaries today are the way they are and why the Players Union is so strong. Real people played hockey and real people tell the story in this fascinating, well written account. A must for anyone who wants to know the rest of the story.
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From a woman's perspective....,
By Lynn (Bowmanville, Ontario) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Power of Two: Carl Brewer's Battle with Hockey's Power Brokers (Paperback)
I bought this book for my "hockey nut" husband for his birthday and he loved it. I decided to read it as well, and surprise, I really liked it too. This book is not all about actually playing hockey. It's a great, interesting human story that held my interest right til the end.
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5.0 out of 5 stars (2 customer reviews) 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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The Power of Two: Carl Brewer's Battle with Hockey's Power Brokers,
By Don Zacchino - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Power Of Two: Carl Brewer's Battle With Hockey's Power Brokers (Paperback)
An excellent account of the long battle for the NHL players that led to the eventual (warranted) demise of Alan Eagleson, written by principles involved in the struggle from day one. Highly recommended reading......
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Required Reading,
By Alan L. Greenberg - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Power Of Two: Carl Brewer's Battle With Hockey's Power Brokers (Paperback)
Amazing story. Any old time hockey fan such myself, who saw Carl Brewer play, has to enjoy this and relate to the events. This should also be required reading for every NHL player prior to cashing their first paycheck. Susan Foster shows the perseverance of a hockey player.Confessions of a Government Man: How to Succeed in Any Bureaucracy
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