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Bradshaw, former quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers and now a television commentator, is funny, honest and apparently without airs. In this book, written with Fisher (The Umpire Strikes Back; Gracie), he freely discusses his childhood, religion, playing days and his post-football life. Bradshaw doesn't carry much baggage; he recognizes that he's had an enviable life. Perhaps his biggest challenge has been ADD; he always found school and reading difficult. While Bradshaw did go to LSU largely because of his ability as a football player he was teased mercilessly about his low grades and his inability to read well. He admits that it was painful at the time, but instead of dwelling on it, Bradshaw simply put more of his efforts into his sport. And, when he left the game, he says, "Once I accepted the fact that I could no longer play, I never looked back.... That's my form of emotional protection. It's the way I survive." Perhaps the most engaging sections of the book are near the end, when Bradshaw discusses his television stints, including some notable failures of his shows. Again, he's so straightforward about admitting that he was playing with the real pros that readers will laugh along with him. Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc. From: Reed Elsevier Inc. Copyright Reed Business Information

Bradshaw is an Emmy Award-winning sports analyst with the Fox Network's NFL Sunday. However, his true claim to fame is his two Super Bowl MVP awards, earned with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is, without a doubt, one of the best quarterbacks ever to have played in the National Football League. Written with the assistance of best-selling author David Fisher, this autobiography traces the former NFL star's life from his youth, college, and pro football days, through three divorces, to his success as a sports broadcaster. This title is a revealing, honest look at a personality whom many see only as the jovial football commentator on Sunday. On the contrary, Bradshaw comes across as a hardworking, motivated man who takes his career, Christianity, renewed family commitment, and the game of football seriously. An insightful tale readers will enjoy; recommended for public libraries. Larry R. Little, Penticton P.L., BCCopyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc. From: Reed Elsevier Inc. Copyright Reed Business Information