Bissinger, H.G.
Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team and a Dream
- ISBN 13:
- 9780224076746
- author:
- Bissinger, H.G.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yellow Jersey
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- American football
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
In the state of Texas, American football is a deeply ingrained part of the culture. For the town of Odessa, the Friday night high school football games are a source of pride and community. In 1988, H.G. Bissinger spent a season in Odessa, immersing himself in the lives of the students, coaches, and townspeople who dedicate themselves to the team. He witnessed the highs and lows of the Permian Panthers, a group of 30 boys who were the focal point of the town's hopes and dreams. Bissinger's story is one of a town torn apart by money, race, and class, where the high school's athletic program often takes precedence over its academic departments. The author's compassionate yet hard-eyed approach reveals the complexities of a community that is both passionate and divided. This book is a powerful exploration of the human spirit, where the pursuit of excellence can lead to both triumph and heartbreak. Through his narrative, Bissinger sheds light on the world of high school football, where the stakes are high and the emotions run deep. A thought-provoking and deeply human story, Friday Night Lights is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the world of sports and the people who live and breathe it.
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