Sports Book Reviews

From acclaimed and deservedly so sports journalist and author Murray Olderman comes “Just Win Baby” (Triumph Books, $24.95, 203 pages). It is a deftly detailed account of the life and times of Al Davis of Oakland Raider fame. We are there for the inside look at this mercurial football maven from his growing up days in Brooklyn all the way through his triumphs with the Silver and Black.

Initially Olderman, who knew Davis for more than 50 years, was commissioned by the electric executive to write his biography. Somehow, that book never made it into print. “Just Win Baby” is Olderman’s third person account—and what an account it is. It utilizes a great deal of the material given to Olderman and is enhanced by the prize-winning author’s perspective, writing, and organizational skills. HIGHLY NOTABLE

“The Muhammad Ali Reader” edited by Gerald Early (Ecco, $17.99, 336 pages) has bragging rights to over 30 pieces on “the Greatest” organized by decades. The 16-page photo insights showcase Ali in all his ways.

“Yacht Clubs of the World” text by Bruno Cianci and Nicolo Reggio (Rizzoli, $100.00, 270 pages) is one of the most beautiful books ever produced by a company that has produced many beautiful books. Page after page in brilliant, bold, color unfolds as one turns the pages of this opulent opus. We are there with 20 storied venues like the New York Yacht Club, the Hong Kong Yacht Club, the Yacht Club de France and on and on. Yachting’s culture is on display and the reader (viewer) is all the better for it. MOST NOTABLE

Dr. Harvey Frommer received his Ph.D. from New York University. Professor Emeritus, Distinguished Professor nominee, Recipient of the “Salute to Scholars Award” at CUNY where he taught writing for many years, the prolific author was cited by the Congressional Record and the New York State Legislature as a sports historian and journalist.

His sports books include autobiographies of sports legends Nolan Ryan, Red Holzman and Tony Dorsett, the classics “Shoeless Joe and Ragtime Baseball,” “New York City Baseball: 1947-1957.” The 1927 Yankees.” His “Remembering Yankee Stadium” was published to acclaim in 2008. His latest book, a Boston Globe Best Seller, is “Remembering Fenway Park.” Autographed and discounted copies of all Harvey Frommer books are available direct from the author.

Please consult his home page: http://harveyfrommersports.com/remembering_fenway/

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