YA-- A comprehensive resource outlining events, major awards, cities, stadiums, and arenas relating to the history of North American sports. It is not biographical except to point out the historical importance individual athletes bring to a sport. The volume is alphabetically arranged, with an in-depth index, cross references, and helpful addresses of sports organizations, halls of fame, and related team activities. The black-and-white photographs are few and uninspired, but the book does succeed as a ready reference for hard to find sports facts.
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From Library Journal
This reference focuses on the evolution of sports, sports government, administration, and other issues of interest pertaining to sports in North America. Entries are arranged alphabetically and vary in length from 25 to 3000 words. The contents are divided into several broad categories ranging from history, biography, and key events to awards, cities, stadiums, and organizations. Included is an index, bibliography, see also notes, and photographs. Notable omissions are entries for Nolan Ryan, Wayne Gretzky, and Pete Rose, although their names are mentioned briefly in sections such as "Awards." Hickok has developed a reference document that is easy to use and provides quick access for enthusiasts of all ages. Recommended for public libraries. (Photos and index not seen.)-- L.R. Little, Penticton P.L., British Columbia
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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