I just finished reading this book for the fifth time; it is quickly becoming my favorite. Lewis traces how mankind will by means of poor education, faulty logic, and scientific/technological advances ultimately destroy itself, though certainly not in an apocalyptic fashion. Lewis details how an improper education denies mankind that which makes us human, our virtue, our "Chests." By our heads we are mere intellect and spirit, and by our bodies we are mere animal and appetite; but where these two meet, the chest, is where we find our humanity. "The Tao," which Lewis attributes an entire chapter to, is the undeniable universal laws govern and have always governed the lives of all… Read more
I really like the "Coaching by the Experts" Series and this is my favorite so far. After two years of running an 8 man front, cover 3 defense we switched to the 4-3 because of its simplicity and flexibility. This book details how many different directions your 4-3 can go. From names like Jackie Sherill and George Perles to Dave Wannstedt. Though only one chapter was used to discuss any in-depth coverage philosophies, this is another excellent resource book showing how many different ways the 4-3 can be played.
Whether you want to play progression, true zone, loose man, press man, this book covers it all. It touches on some theory, teaching techniques, and drills. However, it did not address the three-deep zone adequately. Nor did it really address run support. A lot of time in the book was spent addressing corners, but as far as cornerbacks are concerned, they are either good enough athletes to cover receivers or they aren't. Safeties have far greater responsibilities in 2-deep, 4-deep, and 3-deep coverages and in run support. Most of these coaches give safeties a bit of a cold shoulder. But overall, it's still an excellent reference that I recommend.
