Rockne: Idol of America Football

Rockne: Idol Of America Football is a biography book written by Robert Harron that tells the inspiring story of Knute Rockne, one of the most iconic figures in American football history. The book explores Rockne's life, from his childhood in Norway to his rise as a football player and coach at the University of Notre Dame.Harron delves into Rockne's personal life, his struggles with poverty and his determination to succeed in the face of adversity. The author also examines Rockne's impact on the game of football, including his innovative coaching techniques, his development of the forward pass, and his role in popularizing the sport across the country.Through interviews with Rockne's family, friends, and former players, as well as extensive research into historical archives, Harron paints a vivid portrait of a man who became a symbol of American sportsmanship and success. The book is a must-read for football fans, history buffs, and anyone interested in the story of a true American hero.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.