I do wish I would have had the opportunity to experience him live. It sounds like he could do really magical things when he was young. Yes, I can see tapes, but it isn't the same.
Both Cosell and Ali became nearly crippled. Cosell died; Ali is still alive. If nothing else, I think the book is worth reading because it shows that there have been athletes that take stands and sportscaster's who do the same.
Finally, I think what was particularly touching about this book is Dave Kindred, who knew both of them very well, sincerely cared about both of them, and stated it quite clearly. The book is wonderfully written, with crisp and exciting anecdotes. It also appears that Mr. Kindred wrote honestly by including both the anecdotes, as well as how they made him feel.
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