The Football Game That Changed America: How the NFL Created a National Holiday

The Super Bowl has become a significant cultural and economic phenomenon in the United States, with millions of people tuning in to watch the game and billions of dollars being spent on advertising. Dennis Deninger's book, "The Football Game That Changed America," explores the history of the Super Bowl and its impact on American life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 270 pages
Publication date: 03 September 2024
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

The Super Bowl has become an iconic American institution, transforming what was once a simple winter Sunday into a national holiday. It is the biggest entertainment event of the year, the most important advertising event of the year, and the biggest gambling event of the year. More Americans watch the Super Bowl than vote in presidential elections. How did this all happen? In "The Football Game That Changed America," Dennis Deninger reveals the fascinating history of the Super Bowl and how it became an integral part of American culture. He tells the story of how the Super Bowl went from almost being canceled after its first two years to becoming a beloved tradition. He also details the challenges, stumbles, and amusing surprises along the way, and explores the game's incredible impact beyond the sports world, touching virtually every facet of life in the United States. Featuring colorful characters, bold rivals, and twists of fate, "The Football Game That Changed America" brings the history, growth, and future of the Super Bowl to life in a captivating and deep dive into a sporting event like no other.

Weight: 549g
Dimension: 236 x 160 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538196786