Football Days
Memories of the Game
and of the Men behind the Ball
Leído por LibriVox Volunteers
Football Days offers a nostalgic glimpse into the early years of American football, capturing the spirit of a sport that was just beginning to capture the hearts of the nation. Through the eyes of William Hanford Edwards, listeners are transported to a time when the game was evolving, both in play and in its cultural significance.
Edwards reflects on his experiences and observations during a pivotal era for football, detailing the excitement and challenges faced by players and fans alike. His memoir not only chronicles the sport's growth but also highlights the camaraderie and rivalries that defined the early days of the game.
This audiobook is a unique exploration of sports history, offering insights into the social dynamics of the time and the passion that fueled the rise of football in America. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a history buff, Football Days provides a rich context for understanding the roots of a beloved American pastime.
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| Preface | 7:48 | Leído por Ian Hatley | |
| Chapter 1: Prep. School Days | 21:08 | Leído por James Rye | |
| Chapter 2: Freshman Year | 14:57 | Leído por James Rye | |
| Chapter 3: Elbow to Elbow | 16:52 | Leído por Eugene Smith | |
| Chapter 4: Mistakes in the Game | 14:23 | Leído por TriciaG | |
| Chapter 5: My Last Game | 15:10 | Leído por John Escalante | |
| Chapter 6: Heros of the Past | 36:42 | Leído por CalmDragon | |
| Chapter 7: George Woodruff's Story | 11:31 | Leído por TriciaG | |
| Chapter 8: Anecdotes and Recollections | 33:08 | Leído por Eugene Smith | |
| Chapter 9A: The Nineties and After | 24:12 | Leído por Anna Roberts | |
| Chapter 9B: The Nineties and After | 23:22 | Leído por Anna Roberts | |
| Chapter 10: College Traditions and Spirit | 22:19 | Leído por P Moscato | |
| Chapter 11: Johnny Poe's Own Story | 16:22 | Leído por Sibella Denton | |
| Chapter 12A: Army and Navy | 30:14 | Leído por Lynne Handler | |
| Chapter 12B: Army and Navy | 17:20 | Leído por Patti Cunningham | |
| Chapter 13: Hard Luck in the Game | 22:26 | Leído por bivlo | |
| Chapter 14A: Bringing Home the Bacon | 26:04 | Leído por Mark Harrington | |
| Chapter 14B: Bringing Home the Bacon | 30:27 | Leído por TriciaG | |
| Chapter 15: The Bloody Angle | 11:30 | Leído por Daniel Watkins | |
| Chapter 16: The Family in Football | 12:08 | Leído por Christine Blachford | |
| Chapter 17A: Our Good Old Trainers | 15:25 | Leído por Christine Blachford | |
| Chapter 17B: Our Good Old Trainers | 18:21 | Leído por Christine Blachford | |
| Chapter 18: Nightmares | 19:46 | Leído por Maire Rhode | |
| Chapter 19A: Men Who Coached | 29:24 | Leído por CalmDragon | |
| Chapter 19B: Men Who Coached | 22:08 | Leído por CalmDragon | |
| Chapter 20: Umpire and Referee | 34:40 | Leído por TriciaG | |
| Chapter 21A: Crash of Conflict | 19:51 | Leído por Maire Rhode | |
| Chapter 21B: Crash of Conflict | 18:06 | Leído por Colman Shew | |
| Chapter 22A: Lest We Forget | 15:59 | Leído por bivlo | |
| Chapter 22B: Lest We Forget | 20:06 | Leído por Chris Caron | |
| Chapter 23: Aloha | 4:46 | Leído por Patti Cunningham |