Steve Delsohn is the author or co-author of more than half a dozen books. His work often focuses on sports, employing oral history techniques to capture authentic voices. As a reporter for ESPN, he delves deeply into sports narratives, uncovering their human dimensions.
Focusing on the rich history of Notre Dame football, this book blends fact, legend, and lore to showcase its significance as an enduring American tradition. It explores the passionate experiences of devoted fans and alumni, detailing the thrilling victories, heartbreaking losses, coaching upheavals, and the iconic mystique that define this esteemed football program.
The Dramatic History of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Told by the Men Who Lived It
The narrative explores the Dodgers' controversial move from Brooklyn to Los Angeles in 1957, capturing the emotional impact on the blue-collar community. It delves into the team's rich history, highlighting both their on-field achievements and off-field stories that have captivated baseball enthusiasts for generations. This compelling account offers insights into the evolution of the franchise and its significance in the broader context of baseball history, making it essential reading for fans of the sport.
A native Chicagoan tackles what many call the greatest team in NFL history, and tells the full story of the '85 legends-- with all the controversy and excitement-- on the field and off
Just before his first child was born, Steve Delsohn was told by an acquaintance, "You will be happier than you've ever been in your life." Three children later, Delsohn has come to appreciate just how true those words were. Delsohn's book, 500 Great Things About Being a Dad , captures his lighthearted look at the joy, humor, headaches, and complexities that embody being a dad. This creative collection highlights 500 rewarding fatherhood moments with which dads young and old will identify. Some are subtle and simple; others are humorous and Hearing your sweet little daughter say her first word. Of course, that first word is "no." Getting called "daddy" all day. Seeing your daughter make her first contact in T-ball . . . and watching her run to third base. Overhearing your child's friend call you "a cool dad." You now have a valid excuse to stock up on Snickers and Pringles.The wit within 500 Great Things About Being a Dad makes it an ideal Father's Day or new-dad gift.