The 1963 Chicago Bears: George Halas and the Road to the NFL Championship by Cha

Description: The 1963 Chicago Bears by Charles N. Billington This thorough examination of the 1963 NFL Championship chronicles the trials and triumphs of Chicagos historically most neglected champions against the economic, social, legal and human-interest backdrop of professional football in the 1960s. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This thorough examination of the 1963 NFL Championship chronicles the trials and triumphs of Chicagos historically most neglected champions against the economic, social, legal and human-interest backdrop of professional football in the 1960s. The Bears and their legendary owner/coach George Halas adjusted to the increased revenue of the television era and the behind-the-scenes drama of a gambling scandal, while developing into one of the greatest teams of the pre-Super Bowl era. Their tumultuous rise and tragic deterioration are covered in detail. Author Biography Charles N. Billington is a rehabilitation administrator and sports historian with longtime interests in 20th-century baseball and football. He lives in the Chicago area. Table of Contents AcknowledgmentsPrefaceIntroduction1. January: He Who Gambles Lives in Shambles2. February and March: Rozelle Takes His Time and Papa Bears Youth Movement3. April and May: Hornung and Karras, Welcome to Shambles4. June and July: Mugs Halas, Your Table Is Ready, and Papa Bears White Whale5. August: Back Home Again, in Indiana6. September: Best Start in 15 Years!7. October: The NFL Takes Notice8. November: Declaring Their Dominance, Surviving a Tragedy9. December: Earning It the Hard Way10. December: The Irrepressible Force Meets the Immovable Object11. December: The Nation Witnesses a ClassicAfterword: Trouble, Sadness, and Fleeting SuccessEpilogue: The Price They PaidChapter NotesBibliographyIndex Review Billington is a tireless researcher…. As fine as [he] is at writing about games, he is equally adept at providing historical and societal perspectives."—Chicago Tribune Details ISBN147669043X Author Charles N. Billington Pages 277 ISBN-13 9781476690438 Format Paperback Subtitle George Halas and the Road to the NFL Championship Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States Illustrations 10 photos AU Release Date 2023-11-17 NZ Release Date 2023-11-17 UK Release Date 2023-11-17 ISBN-10 147669043X Audience General Year 2023 Publication Date 2023-12-31 US Release Date 2023-12-31 DEWEY 796.332640977311 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Imprint McFarland & Co Inc Audience Age 18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159513028;

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