Undefeated: How Father and Son Triumphed Over Unbelievable Odds Both On and Off the Field (Paperback)

by Bob Griese (Author), Brian Griese (Author)

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Both Bob and Brian Griese have led their teams through an undefeated season. But this biography explores a more significant meaning to living in victory. Both father and son have emerged bruised and battered but undefeated from some of life's toughest battles. In 1988, Bob Griese lost his wife and Brian lost his mother, Judi, after a five-year battle with cancer. When Bob made a decision to be a full-time dad to 12-year-old Brian, their shared grief, values, and commitment became the cornerstone of a very special father-son bond. Undefeated has all the makings of a dramatic, inspirational sports bestseller in the tradition of Dave Dravecky's Comeback.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (July 29, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1595552359
• ISBN-13: 978-1595552358
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,534,250 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Undefeated---, July 11, 2000

By	"bojoho" (Astor, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Undefeated how Father And Son Triumphed Over Unbelievable Odds Both On And Off The Field (Hardcover)

THIS BOOK IS NOT JUST FOR FOOTBALL FANS! It is a compelling and inspirational story about the lives and the unusual parallels of two high-profile people--a father and his son--that involves much more than just the game of football. It encompasses sadness, joy, humor, and much more. It is presented in an interesting and unusual form by co-author Jim Denney. He captures some conversations between Brian and Bob Griese talking with each other about many events the two have shared in their lives, both on and off the football field. Often, these conversations get humorous, dad and son going at it tit for tat, openly displaying their strong, inherent competitiveness, even between their own two football careers. But the affection between them always shows through in their amusing dialogue. Their conversations, as well as inserts from other contributions of family and friends, are very moving as they discuss the life of Judi Griese, their wife and mother, who secumbed to a five-year fight with breast cancer in 1988. They tell of her strong influence on all of their lives. Bob and Brian have courageously revealed much about their family, personal, spiritual and emotional lives, much of which they have previously chosen to keep very private. I thoroughly enjoyed this book in every way. It's a great story, one that great movies are made from.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars These Gentlemen Can't Be Beaten.....Literally, October 2, 2000

By	Chad Spivak (North Miami Beach, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Undefeated how Father And Son Triumphed Over Unbelievable Odds Both On And Off The Field (Hardcover)

Suprisingly, this book is not just for football fans. It has a little bit of something for everybody.

The book is written in a very unusual format. It was as if both Bob and Brian Griese were just sitting around talking, discussing many different things, and voila, we have a book. It is written so matter-of-factly, that it becomes a page-turner rather quickly.

The book parallels the two quarterbacks, in their careers, family life, and personal triumphs and tragedies. Dealing with football was only a part of the book. You really get a good feel for these two men when they talk about a myriad of subjects and events, and you can't help but let your heart go out to them when they reflect upon Judi Griese, respected wife and mother.

The book's compelling language is peppered with humor rather nicely, and the overall tone of the book is quite inspirational. I truly enjoyed this book, and it sincerely kept my interest throughout. Undefeated is a real winner.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Football and Life, January 25, 2001

By	M. Mooney "celtic music" (Sykesville, Maryland United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Undefeated how Father And Son Triumphed Over Unbelievable Odds Both On And Off The Field (Hardcover)

This book is a heartwarming story of how a family survived the tough times and came out on top. If you like football or not you will enjoy this book and be able to see the love of family between each line. If you think football can't be applied to life, you will find out differently by the end of this book. Truly inspiring!