The Pats: An Illustrated History of the New England Patriots (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781328917409)

A New York Times Bestseller

The first book to tell the complete story of the Patriots, featuring thorough research, archival photos, and essays from notable authors, journalists, and local celebrities

The New England Patriots have become a dynasty, though it didn't begin that way. Love 'em, hate 'em, the Pats have captured this country's attention like no other franchise. From two award-winning authors this is the first complete story of a legendary team and its five championship trophies.

In the tradition of their celebrated illustrated histories of some of sports' most iconic franchises, Stout and Johnson tell the history in full and in colorful detail. This is a lavishly illustrated tale full of larger-than-life characters - from founding owner Billy Sullivan, early stars like Syracuse running back Jim Nance and beloved wide receiver turned broadcaster Gino Cappeletti, to Hall of Famers and stars like John Hannah, Russ Francis, and Steve Grogan through to present-day stars like Tom Brady and Bill Belichick and owner Bob Kraft.

Featuring essays by Richard Johnson, Upton Bell, Leigh Montville, Howard Bryant, Ron Borges, Lesley Visser and more, The Pats is a must-have gift for fans, old and new, and an indelible portrait of the most talked about team in NFL history.

Author: Glenn Stout, Richard A. Johnson
ISBN-10: 1328917401
ISBN-13: 9781328917409
Publisher: Mariner Books
Language: English
Published: 11/20/2018
Pages: 384
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.55lbs
Size: 10.60h x 9.30w x 1.10d

About the Author
GLENN STOUT is the series editor of The Best American Sports Writing, the author of The Young Woman and the Sea and Fenway 1912, and has collaborated on Red Sox Century, Yankees Century, The Cubs, and The Dodgers.

RICHARD JOHNSON is the curator of the Sports Museum of New England and the author of New England Patriots: Yesterday and Today.