Nuwer, Hank

Examines the sources, uses, and effects of steroids in sports and society.

Explores the problems of hazing and binge drinking at fraternities and sororities on American college campuses, telling the stories of some of the young people who have been seriously injured or died as a result of such behaviors; and offers a list of recommendations for reform.

Discusses the careers of coaches whose innovative strategy changed the game of football, including John William Heisman, Knute Rockne, Vince Lombardi, Bear Bryant, Tom Landry, and others.

Contains essays in which experts from a range of disciplines discuss hazing behaviors, featuring selections from writers in the fields of social science, law, medicine, student affairs, journalism, counseling, athletic administration, and cultural studies.

Explores the problems of hazing and binge drinking at fraternities and sororities on American college campuses, telling the stories of some of the young people who have been seriously injured or died as a result of such behaviors; and offers a list of recommendations for reform.

Examines the careers of prominent baseball managers who stamped their methods and personalities on the game, including Connie Mack, Casey Stengel, and Sparky Anderson.

Nine writers, including a Hollywood screenwriter, a novelist, and a sportswriter, talk about their craft.

Examines hazing and pledging activities in high school and college groups and fraternities, and chronicles the history of hazing across the United States.