{"product_id":"seventeen-and-oh-miami-1972-and-the-nfls-only-perfect-season-paperback","title":"Seventeen and Oh: Miami, 1972, and the Nfl's Only Perfect Season - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarshall Jon Fisher\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelive the glory of what remains the NFL's only perfect season with the football classic \u003ci\u003eSeventeen and Oh.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In this captivating, fast-paced chronicle of the 1972 Miami Dolphins, readers are transported into the heart of one of the most legendary seasons in professional football. From the first kickoff to the final whistle of Super Bowl VII, \u003ci\u003eSeventeen and Oh\u003c\/i\u003e captures the intensity, drama, and brilliance of a team that defied the odds and etched its name into sports immortality. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The Dolphins' perfect season remains unmatched, and this book brings it to life with vivid storytelling and rich historical context. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e As the Dolphins headed into only their seventh season, all eyes were on Miami. The city was hosting both national political conventions, and the backdrop to this season would be turbulent: the culture wars, the Nixon reelection campaign, the strange, unfolding saga of Watergate, and the war in Vietnam. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Generational and cultural divides abounded on the team as well. There were long-haired, bell-bottomed party animals such as Jim \"Mad Dog\" Mandich, as well as the stylish Marv Fleming and Curtis Johnson, with his supernova afro, playing alongside conservative, straitlaced men like the quarterback Bob Griese. Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick, nicknamed \"Butch and Sundance,\" had to make way for a third running back, the outspoken Mercury Morris. But unlike the fractious society around them, this racially and culturally diverse group found a way to meld seamlessly into a team. The perfect team. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The narrative dives deep into the leadership of Coach Don Shula, whose strategic genius and unwavering discipline laid the foundation for perfection. It also reveals the grit, camaraderie, and resilience that powered the players. Each chapter offers a game-by-game breakdown, highlighting the turning points, tactical decisions, and unforgettable plays that defined the season. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The book explores how the Dolphins' achievement resonated with fans across the country, symbolizing excellence, unity, and the pursuit of greatness during a transformative era in American sports. It reflects on the media coverage, locker room dynamics, and the broader impact of the team's success on the NFL and its legacy. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Whether you're a die-hard football fan, a student of sports history, or simply someone who appreciates stories of perseverance and triumph, this book offers a compelling and comprehensive look at the NFL's only perfect season. It's a celebration of teamwork, strategy, and the enduring spirit of competition. \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarshall Jon Fisher\u003c\/b\u003e's work has appeared in the \u003ci\u003eAtlantic\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHarper's\u003c\/i\u003e, and other magazines, and has been collected in \u003ci\u003eBest American Essays\u003c\/i\u003e. His 2009 book \u003ci\u003eA Terrible Splendor\u003c\/i\u003e was published to great acclaim, winning the PEN\/ESPN Award for Literary Sports Writing. Fisher grew up in Miami and lives in the Berkshires. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 416\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.19 x 8.77 x 5.62 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 18, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53098982113504,"sku":"9781419748516","price":24.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/OrkSxGQxRM9781419748516.webp?v=1781700442","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/seventeen-and-oh-miami-1972-and-the-nfls-only-perfect-season-paperback","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}