Pearlman, Jeff
The Last Folk Hero: The Life and Myth of Bo Jackson
- ISBN 13:
- 9780063268166
- author:
- Pearlman, Jeff
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- HarperLuxe
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Sports, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The Last Folk Hero: The Life and Myth of Bo Jackson
A biography of the legendary multi-sport star, whose incredible athletic achievements and enduring cultural impact continue to fascinate. From the mid-1980s to the early 1990s, Bo Jackson dominated American sports, leaving a trail of records and records-breaking performances in his wake. This book, written by sportswriter Jeff Pearlman, draws on 720 original interviews to reveal the truth about Jackson's life and career.
With a unique blend of storytelling and in-depth research, Pearlman uncovers the myths and legends that have grown up around Jackson's remarkable life, separating fact from fiction and revealing the man behind the myth. A compelling and insightful portrait of an American sports icon, The Last Folk Hero is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the world of sports and popular culture.
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