Hard Courts
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Book Overview
The new edition of this bestseller in hardcover features never-before-published, all-new inside info on the money, personalities and politics of pro-tennis: Jimmy, Monica, Boris, Martina, et al. Now in paper. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0394583337
ISBN13:9780394583334
Release Date:August 1991
Publisher:Villard Books
Length:457 Pages
Weight:1.88 lbs.
Dimensions:1.6" x 6.5" x 9.4"
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Real Life On The Tour
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
Though it now reads like a history of early '90's tennis, when this book first came out I pored over it with excitement to find out what the lives of my favorite players were like. All the big names of fifteen years ago are here: Sampras, Navratalova, Selles, Graf, Courier, Agassi, Fernandez, Vicario, McEnroe, Edberg and Lendl. Great champions all. This is set over the course of one full year on the circuit, from the Australian Open in January, to the end of season tournaments that follow the conclusion of the Grand Slam series at the US Open. Anyone who wants to learn about what it takes to compete at this level of tennis can get an education here. Also someone interested in the inner workings of the tour and the agencies that govern it can find out what they want to know. And although it seems odd to say this about one of the most influential books I read when I was so into this sport, it also serves today as the record of a long-ago year in the game of tennis.
Tennis Debauchery
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
John Feinstein is such a fascinating writer and sports critic that someone should recognize his work in some way, shape or form. "Hard Courts" is a microscopic scrutiny of the men's and women's tennis tour throughout the entire 1990 calendar year. Though a bit outdated, it is a book for all ages and all sports fans. Feinstein's writing message is as effective as his many inteview appearances on National Public Radio. He is blunt, obsessed and even subjective, but also well-informed, uncontradictory and fair, and most definitely, never arrogant. Enjoyable reading!
Controversial Tour of the ATP Tennis Circuit
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
It's a nerve wracking sport played at a high level. Different in that there's an opponent standing within yourself and across the net.This excellent journalist brings his intensity, investigative style and chronicles the sports heroes at the turn of the '90s, both men and women.Many of the games stars are as high-strung as their rackets. Feinstein paints them all here.
Great Book...exceptional journalism.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I have copies of two books by John Feinstein...Hard Courts and A Season Inside. Both are fantastic. A fascinating look at a year (1990) on the professional tennis circuit. A must read for any follower of the game.
Great!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Read the book in 2 sittings, even though I've never picked up a racquet in my life! Feinstein brings characters to life and provides great insight into the Pro Tennis circuit. Good read for any sports fan.
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