Rules of the Game: The Best Sports Writing from Harper's Magazine

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Exploring the rich history of sports writing, this collection features a diverse range of essays from Harper's Magazine's extensive archive, capturing the essence of both professional and amateur sports. With contributions from literary icons like Mark Twain and contemporary voices such as Rich Cohen, the anthology reveals how sports reflect and challenge American character. Edited by Matthew Stevenson and Michael Martin, it includes a humorous preface by Roy Blount, Jr., making it a definitive retrospective on a century of sports narratives.