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A Listmania! list by Colin Morrison "Cletis Van Damme" (Larbert, Scotland)
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Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets
1.  Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets by David Simon
The list author says:
  "You should be able to express your feelings without swearing but on this occasion I can't.  F*cking majestic.  A year with the Baltimore City Homicide Detectives.  Just read it!"
Used & New from: £5.82
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews) | 3 customer discussions

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"You'RE Okay, it's Just a Bruise": A Doctor's Sideline Secrets
2.  "You'RE Okay, it's Just a Bruise": A Doctor's Sideline Secrets by Rob Huizenga
The list author says:
  "Tales from inside the NFL from the former Raiders doctor.  Some of the stories will shock you and some will have you laughing out loud.  Excellently written."
£10.59   Used & New from: £0.54
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Next Man Up: A Year Behind the Lines in Today's NFL
3.  Next Man Up: A Year Behind the Lines in Today's NFL by John Feinstein
The list author says:
  "John Feinstein.  Sports writer.  Genius.  This is my favourite Feinstein book - he is given unlimited access for a year with the Baltimore Ravens NFL Franchise.  Outstanding."
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4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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The Corner: a Year in the Life of an Inner-city Neighbourhood
4.  The Corner: a Year in the Life of an Inner-city Neighbourhood by David Simon
The list author says:
  "Fantastic reportage of life in a West Baltimore ghetto.  How the under-class in America lives.  First effort from the writing team that went on to create The Wire.  Magnificent."
Used & New from: £1.13
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)

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Bud, Sweat and Tees: Rich Beem's Walk on the Wild Side of the PGA Tour
5.  Bud, Sweat and Tees: Rich Beem's Walk on the Wild Side of the PGA Tour by Alan Shipnuck
The list author says:
  "Not your typical book about golf.  A tremendous account of PGA Tour player Rich Beem's early days as a pro including his relationship with caddy Steve Duplantis (RIP) and their wild journey together."
Used & New from: £0.01
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

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A Good Walk Spoiled: Days and Nights on the P.G.A. Tour
6.  A Good Walk Spoiled: Days and Nights on the P.G.A. Tour by John Feinstein
The list author says:
  "More great work from Feinstein.  Worlds best sports writer?  This account of a year on the PGA Tour is sports writing at its most effective."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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Winter Colours: Changing Seasons In World Rugby (Mainstream sport)
7.  Winter Colours: Changing Seasons In World Rugby (Mainstream sport) by D McRae
The list author says:
  "The best book on Rugby Union.  McRae offers a genuine challenge to Feinstein's sports crown."
£7.49   Used & New from: £0.01
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Dark Trade: Lost in Boxing
8.  Dark Trade: Lost in Boxing by Donald McRae
The list author says:
  "McRae gives Boxing the same treatment as above.  Tough to pick a favourite out of his two works.  If you like boxing read this."
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4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Tuesdays With Morrie: An old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson
9.  Tuesdays With Morrie: An old man, a young man, and life's greatest lesson by Mitch Albom
The list author says:
  "Brief change of subject here but this is a life changing read.  If you don't feel any emotions when reading this you haven't got a pulse."
£4.47   Used & New from: £0.01
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (141 customer reviews)

A Season on the Brink: A Year with Bob Knight and the Indiana Hoosiers (Fireside Books (Fireside))
10.  A Season on the Brink: A Year with Bob Knight and the Indiana Hoosiers (Fireside Books (Fireside)) by John Feinstein
The list author says:
  "More greatness from Feinstein, yes  I am a fan.  An immense potrayal inside the high pressure world of college basketball in America."
Used & New from: £0.30
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

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Wonderland Avenue: Tales of Glamour and Excess (Abacus Books)
11.  Wonderland Avenue: Tales of Glamour and Excess (Abacus Books) by Danny Sugerman
The list author says:
  "I am not a Doors fan but this is a great story from their former manager.  Brilliantly written."
£7.69   Used & New from: £1.07
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)

12 Greatest Rounds of Boxing, The: The Untold Stories
12.  12 Greatest Rounds of Boxing, The: The Untold Stories by Ferdie Pacheco
The list author says:
  "Superb.  Again if you are a boxing fan read this book."
Used & New from: £2.04
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Slash: The Autobiography
13.  Slash: The Autobiography by Slash
The list author says:
  "A brutally honest life story from the top hat wearing guitar legend.  What a life this boy has led!  One very funny picture inside also."
Used & New from: £5.22
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (83 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

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The Majors
14.  The Majors by John Feinstein
The list author says:
  "More quality from Feinstein as he turns his attention to the big 4 annual golf competitions.  Which is your favourite?"
£11.69   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Junction Boys, the
15.  Junction Boys, the by Gene Stallings
The list author says:
  "A wonderful book.  I felt like I was in Junction with the players, a tremendous work.  Paul Bryant sounded like a great coach - he also wrestled with a bear!"
£9.89   Used & New from: £0.03
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

HANDS OF STONE: The Life and Legend of Roberto Duran
16.  HANDS OF STONE: The Life and Legend of Roberto Duran by Christian Giudice
The list author says:
  "The best book I've read in ages.  A man who can knock-out a horse with one punch deserves to have a book written about him.  A must for boxing fans."
£5.99   Used & New from: £2.15
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

Living on the Black: Two Pitchers, Two Teams, One Season to Remember
17.  Living on the Black: Two Pitchers, Two Teams, One Season to Remember by John Feinstein
The list author says:
  "Another class piece of work from Feinstein.  Following two of the higher profile MLB pitchers throughout the 2007 season.  Captures the drama superbly."
£35.99   Used & New from: £0.44
3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Wrigleyworld: A Season in Baseball's Best Neighborhood
18.  Wrigleyworld: A Season in Baseball's Best Neighborhood by Kevin Kaduk
The list author says:
  "This boy quit his job to drink beer (alot of beer) and watch the Chicago Cubs play baseball during the 2004 season.  Outstanding!  Good descriptions of the neighbourhood bars near Wrigley Field."
£7.62   Used & New from: £0.01

Stamping Grounds: Exploring Liechtenstein and its World Cup Dream
19.  Stamping Grounds: Exploring Liechtenstein and its World Cup Dream by Charlie Connelly
The list author says:
  "Interesting subject.  Very entertaining to read.  The descriptions of the football matches are excellent."
£6.99   Used & New from: £2.87
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

A Season With Verona: Travels Around Italy in Search of Illusions, National Character and Goals
20.  A Season With Verona: Travels Around Italy in Search of Illusions, National Character and Goals by Tim Parks
The list author says:
  "An excellent journey through Italy watching Calcio and soaking up the culture.  Very exciting ending to the book also."
£6.39   Used & New from: £0.01
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)

Four Iron in the Soul
21.  Four Iron in the Soul by Lawrence Donegan
The list author says:
  "Brilliantly written.  I would love to drop everything one day and become a golf caddy."
£5.99   Used & New from: £0.01
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)

El Diego: The Autobiography of the World's Greatest Footballer
22.  El Diego: The Autobiography of the World's Greatest Footballer by Diego Armando Maradona
The list author says:
  "Magnificent.  Diego leaves nothing out of this honest account about his life."
£6.39   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Mr Nice
23.  Mr Nice by Howard Marks
The list author says:
  "Enjoyable from start to finish.  A very clever man, not that I approve of crime but his carisma jumps off the page at you."
£5.94   Used & New from: £0.01
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (84 customer reviews)

Can I Keep My Jersey?: 11 Teams, 5 Countries, and 4 Years in My Life as a Basketball Vagabond
24.  Can I Keep My Jersey?: 11 Teams, 5 Countries, and 4 Years in My Life as a Basketball Vagabond by Paul Shirley
The list author says:
  "Strange combination - basketball meets travel, alot of travel!  Really liked the authors brand of humour and the sarcastic tone used especially when talking about other basketball players."
Used & New from: £2.23
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream
25.  Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream by H G Bissinger
The list author says:
  "USA High School Football and what it means to a small town in Texas.  The writer quit his job as a newspaper editor to do this, you've got to respect that!  Much better than the follow up film."
£6.29   Used & New from: £1.96
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

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