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Living the Dream: An Inside Account of the 2008 Cubs Season [Hardcover]

Jim McArdle (Author), Ron Santo (Foreword), Len Kasper (Foreword)

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Product Details

Hardcover: 272 pages
Publisher: Triumph Books (March 1, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1600781586
ISBN-13: 978-1600781582
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,149,034 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An entertaining read!, January 15, 2010

Richard Zordani (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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Even if you're not a Cubs fan (I am not) this is a good read with lots of baseball and Chicago sports history and plenty of entertaining stories throughout. The author had unbelievable access to the team and its fans. Go White Sox!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Written by a fan for the fans ....., November 22, 2009

L. Sproul "Cubs North" (Northern Michigan) - See all my reviews
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No Cubs fan should be without this great book . The Author goes inside Wrigleyville and the Cubs . I had a hard time putting it down . Jim's knowledge of Cubs culture is very obvious . This would make a great Christmas gift for any Cubs Fan .

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5.0 out of 5 stars Mr. inside, Mr. outside, July 22, 2009

Timothy J. Wiles (Cooperstown NY) - See all my reviews
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Jim McArdle wrote this book from a unique point of view--he worked for the Cubs for 12 years, and quit his job in order to write this book--yet he remained friends with many players and staffers at the Cubs, and had great access behind the scenes. However, where the book really shines is not behind the scenes, but out in the bleachers, in the neighborhood, and on the rooftops. McArdle tells the stories of many Cubs fans, including himself, one by one, making human characters out of many of the bleacher regulars and other faithful fans. In addition, this is one of the best books about the Wrigleyville neighborhood, telling the recent history of each building on Waveland and Sheffield. It's great stuff. Tim Wiles, Cooperstown, NY

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Journey of a Lifetime
This book gives the best account of a Cubs fan's journey during a Cub season. The people you meet from various background have at least one common thread, being Cubs fans. Read more

Published on May 24, 2009 by Matthew Hodges

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for Cubs fans and Chicago buff alike
As a Cubs fans we are used to being let down. We need constant reminders, like this book, to keep the "dream" alive. Read more

Published on May 21, 2009 by Kristen M. Blackmore

5.0 out of 5 stars For all true Cubs and baseball fans!
For any true Cubs fan that follows the game everyday. Great read and lots of fun,Jim hits a homerun!!

Published on May 14, 2009 by Joseph A. Donahue

5.0 out of 5 stars A great read
I couldn't put this book down. The author's unique access to both the fans and the Cubs organization provides a fascinating perspective on a memorable Cubs season.

Published on May 14, 2009 by John M. Kayaian

5.0 out of 5 stars A great summer baseball read!
Living the Dream isn't just the story of one Cubs fan, it is the story of all Cubs fans. This is a story of "the team behind the team" the Cubs loyal fan base. A great read!

Published on May 13, 2009 by Mary Dosek

5.0 out of 5 stars Living The Dream
If you are a Cubs fan, this is a must read!
Jim McArdle touches the true feelings of Cub fans the world over.

Published on April 13, 2009 by Carl L. Elder

5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for the baseball junkie to the casual fan.

This book was an easy read but impossible to put down. I tore through it this past weekend and now am ready for the '09 Cubbies. Read more

Published on April 6, 2009 by Irish Kenny

5.0 out of 5 stars great book for a cubs fan
Great book gives you a feel of the year that was suppose to be.recommend it highly

Published on April 4, 2009 by Ben H. Oktem

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construction season, bleachers regulars, rooftop owners, bleachers gate, rooftop business, red marquee, field sucks, solo homer, series finale, series opener

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World Series, Wrigley Field, Opening Day, White Sox, Dandy Don, Big Joe, Ground Zero, Peanut Tom, Ballhawk Kenny, Scoop Steph, Steve Green, Waveland Avenue, The Riot, Will Byington, Clark Street, Arizona Jeremy, Sheffield Avenue, Kosuke Fukudome, Ball Game, Scoreboard Rick, Harry Caray, Harry the Rookie, Ryan Dempster, Aramis Ramirez, Kerry Wood

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