Career in Crisis: Paul "Bear" Bryant and the 1971 Season of Change [Hardcover]

John David Briley (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 322 pages
• Publisher: Mercer University Press (September 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881460257
• ISBN-13: 978-0881460254
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #769,637 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding reflection on pivotal time in Bear Bryant's career, December 26, 2006

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Debra W. Leyhew - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Career in Crisis: Paul "Bear" Bryant and the 1971 Season of Change (Hardcover)

Mr. Briley writes an incredibly insightful book about the changing times surrounding the Bear's career. This is a must read for any Bama fan or admirer of the Bear! There are many books written about this amazing man, but none as focused on this particular year in the life of this American icon. Hats off to John David Briley and his outstanding literary efforts. I look forward to reading more works by him in the future.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bear Bryant's Season of Change, October 15, 2007

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Bo Hart - See all my reviews

This review is from: Career in Crisis: Paul "Bear" Bryant and the 1971 Season of Change (Hardcover)

Bear Bryant's success was due in part to his ability to adapt when necessary. In 1971, Bryant knew that he had to make changes to his program or be left behind. Adopting the wishbone was a brilliant move by Bryant; but perhaps his greatest move was adapting to the social changes of the time. Southern football has never been the same since 1971. The author has certainly done his homework with countless interviews with players and coaches of the '71 'Bama squad. This insider's look into this historical season will be enjoyed by all 'Bama and Southern football fans.