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The Great Book of Philadelphia Sports Lists |  | Authors: Glen Macnow, Big Daddy Graham
Publisher: Running Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 674028
Media: Paperback
Pages: 288
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 0.9
ISBN: 0762428406
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.0974811
EAN: 9780762428403
ASIN: 0762428406
Publication Date: November 1, 2006
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Product Description
Let the debating begin! Philadelphia is one of the top sports towns in America. Its fans are commonly considered to be the most passionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated sports enthusiasts in the country. WIP-AM radios Glen Macnow and Big Daddy Graham engage in this phenomenon with a compilation of sports lists sure to stir up dialogue within the already buzzing Philadelphia sports community and beyond. Who were the ugliest mugs to ever play in Philadelphia?
What Philly athletes gave the best performance in film or TV?
What are the top area sports bars?
Who are the most overrated and underrated players in Philadelphia history?
What Philadelphia mortals had "touched-by-God" moments during the game?
Who is the most hated rival to Philly teams?
Who made the greatest sports exit?
Who are the most beautiful women associated with Philly sports?
Plus, dozens of lists from Philly legends like Joe Frazier, Ed Snyder, Harry Kalas, Bobby Clarke, Bernard Hopkins, and many more!
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Thoroughly entertaining January 3, 2007
J. Redfern (Philadelphia, PA United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
The authors of The Great Book of Philadelphia Sports Lists, Glen Macnow and Big Daddy Graham, are among the few 610 WIP personalities I enjoy. When I purchased this book, I did so with great expectations. Let me tell you I was not disappointed at all.
Regardless of wether or not you agree with some selections on the lists, the book will hold your attention. It is entertaining throughout (there are occasional lists few and far between that are rather dull, but they couldn't ALL be winners, could they?) and quite humorous. There are also some lists mixed in that are not sports-related. Strangely, they don't seem out of place.
Perhaps what I enjoyed the most about the book is the many guest contributions from Philadelphia athletes, broadcasters, journalists, or others with local ties, many from outside the world of sports. These lists include local PA announcers' favorite names and greatest locker room feuds the fans never got to see, just to name a few.
If you are a Philadelphia sports fan, don't just go by my recommendation, go out and pick this up yourself. You'll be glad you did.
As Good as a Tony Luke's Pork Sandwich January 22, 2009
A. N. Pepper (Virginia)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Mankind loves lists. They do two things: 1) present information in an orderly, concise matter; and 2) generate debate over the ranking. What better topic to list than the tragicomic history of Philadelphia Sports. Glen Macnow, an esteemed writer and sports talk show host, and Big Daddy Graham, a great comedian for three decade team up to write the definitive listings of all things dealing with Philadelphia sports. You want to know the 10 greatest athletes from Philly, the 'burbs, South Joisey, it's all here. Ten greatest Philadlephia Phillies moments, 10 worst referee calls against Philly teams; you'll find those too. You'll even find out where the 10 best pizza parlors in Philly and the 10 best movies shot in Philadelphia. Big Daddy's list of lost Philadelphia street games is great -- I remember playing most of them, even the deadly game of knuckles (which I have taught my son).
The beauty of this book is that it reads fast and funny. No death by stats here. Lots of humorous anecdotes and good debate. I can't get enough of it. Whe I read it on a plane, people ask me about it. The book is great.
a history of Philadelphia sports January 15, 2007
Craig Drob
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The book was not only a book of lists but also a history of the Philadelphia sports scene. Great easy reading and very insightful.
A Great Read May 12, 2007
owlshark (Bensalem,PA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is a great read. It contains all kind of lists. Some of my favorite lists were; greatest Philly movies, Greatest pizza places, and especially umpire Eric Gregg's list. A great gift for any sports fan.
Best "Bowl" Book, Ever June 22, 2007
MacTonite (Desolation Row)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
When I need to recycle some scrapple, this is the book I reach for to read on the throne. Funny, nostalgic and insightful. Same qualities that make BDG the best personality at Meathead Central - WIP (come back, Jody Mac ... all is forgiven). Reads like a blue-collar guy's guide to Philly. At $2.99, great stocking stuffers!
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