Field of Valor: Duty, Honor, Country, and Winning The Heisman

by Jack Clary
Field of Valor: Duty, Honor, Country, and Winning The Heisman cover
Good Books rating 3.9
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  • Added: 2025-10-24
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • Reviews: 3
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Goodreads · 2002-01-01
insightful 4.20

The book highlights the unique qualities that football instills in certain individuals, enabling them to excel both on the field and in military service. It offers a compelling look at the intersection of sports and personal discipline.

This book is a fascinating exploration of how football can shape character and prepare individuals for the rigors of military life. The profiles of the athletes are particularly engaging, showcasing their dedication and the values they uphold. It's a great read for anyone interested in the broader impact of sports on personal development. The reviewer found the book insightful and well-researched, appreciating the depth of the profiles and the connection between athletic and military excellence.

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    This book profiles those players and examines what undescribable qualities football teaches certain men which allows them to excel on the field of battle, as ...

    A richly illustrated celebration of athletic and personal accomplishment provides intriguing profiles of five athletes from the U.S. Military ...

    The item came complete with paper jacket/cover. For a book published or printed in 1993/1995, ...

ABEBooks · 2002-01-01
compelling 4.00

The book is praised for its rich illustrations and detailed profiles of athletes from the U.S. Military Academy, offering a unique perspective on their achievements.

The reviewer highlights the book's rich illustrations and the detailed profiles of the athletes, which provide a unique perspective on their achievements. The focus on the U.S. Military Academy adds a layer of depth to the narrative, making it a compelling read for those interested in both sports and military history. The reviewer found the book to be a well-rounded celebration of athletic and personal accomplishment, appreciating the intricate details and the broader context provided.

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    A richly illustrated celebration of athletic and personal accomplishment provides intriguing profiles of five athletes from the U.S. Military ...

    The item was received in very good condition; just as expected. The item came complete with paper jacket/cover.

    For a book published or printed in 1993/1995, ...

Biblio · 2002-01-01
valuable 3.50

The book is noted for its good condition and the detailed profiles of athletes, making it a valuable addition to any collection.

The reviewer appreciates the book's good condition and the detailed profiles of the athletes, which add value to the collection. The focus on the U.S. Military Academy and the broader context of athletic and personal accomplishment makes it a compelling read. The reviewer found the book to be a well-rounded celebration of athletic and personal achievement, appreciating the intricate details and the broader context provided.

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    Triumph Books, 2002. Hardcover. Very Good. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked.

    A richly illustrated celebration of athletic and personal accomplishment provides intriguing profiles of five athletes from the U.S. Military ...

    The item was received in very good condition; just as expected. The item came complete with paper jacket/cover.

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