The College Football Book

by Sports Illustrated
The College Football Book cover
Good Books rating 4.27
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  • ID: 5885
  • Added: 2025-10-24
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • Reviews: 3
Reviews
The Daily Gopher · 2008-10-27
comprehensive 4.00

The book is praised for its comprehensive coverage of NCAA football history and its attractive presentation. It is considered a valuable addition for football enthusiasts.

The reviewer highlights the book's thorough exploration of college football history, noting its attractive design and comprehensive content. They appreciate the inclusion of legendary players, historic teams, and epic rivalries, making it a must-have for any football fan. The book is described as a well-crafted coffee table piece that sparks conversation and admiration for the sport.

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    The fine folks at Sports Illustrated have put together an attractive and comprehensive book on the history of NCAA football.

    They were also kind enough to include some of the most memorable moments and athletes in the history of the sport.

    It's a nicely done coffee table book that should be a conversation piece for college football fans.

Corn Nation · 2008-10-20
engaging 4.50

The book is celebrated for its high-quality photography and engaging writing, making it a steal for its price. It is recommended for anyone with an appreciation for college football history.

The reviewer commends the book for its stunning photography and engaging writing, which are hallmarks of Sports Illustrated's work. They find the book to be a great value for its price, making it a steal for any college football fan. The book is described as a nicely done coffee table book that captures the essence of the sport's history and its most memorable moments.

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    This book has great photography, as you would expect from SI, but also some great writing, also not a surprise from SI.

    For the price, this was a steal and I would recommend it to anyone with an appreciation of history.

    It's a nicely done coffee table book that should be a conversation piece for college football fans.

Goodreads · 2008-10-14
valuable 4.30

The book is lauded for bringing to life the excitement and pageantry of college football, with a focus on legendary players and historic teams.

The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to capture the excitement and pageantry of college football, highlighting its focus on legendary players and historic teams. They find the book to be a richly illustrated survey that brings to life some of the most memorable moments in the history of the sport. The book is described as a valuable addition to any football fan's collection, offering a comprehensive look at the sport's rich history.

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    The College Football Book brings to life the game's unparalleled excitement and pageantry, its legendary players, historic teams, and epic rivalries.

    With the best words and pictures "SI" has to offer, "The College Football Book" brings to life the history of the sport.

    A richly illustrated survey of American college football captures some of the most memorable moments and athletes in the history of the sport.

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