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Book Synopsis: The first comprehensive biography of the preeminent voice of New York sports—For close to half a century after World War II, Marty Glickman was the voice of New York sports. His distinctive style of broadcasting, on television and especially on the radio, garnered for him legions of fans who would not miss his play-by-play accounts. From the 1940s through the 1990s, he was as iconic a sports figure in town as the Yankees’ Mickey Mantle, the Knicks’ Walt Frazier, or the Jets’ Joe Namath. His vocabulary and method of broadcasting left an indelible mark on the industry, and many of today’s most famous sportscasters were Glickman disciples.
To this very day, many fans who grew up listening to his coverage of Knicks basketball and Giants football games, among the myriad of events that Glickman covered, recall fondly, and can still recite, his descriptions of actions in arenas and stadiums.
In Marty Glickman, Jeffrey S. Gurock showcases the life of this important contributor to American popular culture. In addition to the stories of how he became a master of American sports airwaves, Marty Glickman has also been remembered as a Jewish athlete who, a decade before he sat in front of a microphone, was cynically barred from running in a signature track event in the 1936 Olympics by anti-Semitic American Olympic officials. This lively biography details this traumatic event and explores not only how he coped for decades with that painful rejection but also examines how he dealt with other anti-Semitic and cultural obstacles that threatened to stymie his career. Glickman’s story underscores the complexities that faced his generation of American Jews as these children of immigrants emerged from their ethnic cocoons and strove to succeed in America amid challenges to their professional and social advancement.
Marty Glickman is a story of adversity and triumph, of sports and minority group struggles, told within the context of the prejudicial barriers that were common to thousands, if not millions, of fellow Jews of his generation as they aimed to make it in America.
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Looking for a captivating biography that explores the life of a true American sports legend? Look no further than Marty Glickman: The Life of an American Jewish Sports Legend. This comprehensive biography takes you on a journey through the remarkable career of the iconic Marty Glickman, whose voice became synonymous with New York sports for close to half a century.
With his unique broadcasting style, Glickman captivated audiences on television and radio, earning him a dedicated fan base. From the 1940s to the 1990s, he stood alongside sports greats like Mickey Mantle and Joe Namath as a beloved figure in the sports industry. Today, his influence can still be felt through the sportscasters he inspired.
But Glickman's story goes beyond his broadcasting achievements. Before he became a voice in sports, he faced an unjust and discriminatory event that left a lasting impact on him. This biography delves into the painful rejection he experienced when barred from running in a track event during the 1936 Olympics by anti-Semitic American Olympic officials.
Through Glickman's story, author Jeffrey S. Gurock explores not only how he dealt with these obstacles but also sheds light on the challenges faced by American Jews of his generation. It's a tale of adversity, triumph, and the pursuit of success amidst prejudice.
Discover the inspiring life of Marty Glickman and gain a deeper understanding of the barriers faced by minority groups. Order your copy of Marty Glickman: The Life of an American Jewish Sports Legend today and embark on an unforgettable journey.
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