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Grasping the Ring: 9 Unique Winners in Life and Sports | 
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| Author: Gene A. Budig
Creators: John Foreman, Joan Millis, Nbc And Hbo Sports Bob Costas
Publisher: The News-Gazette
Category: Book
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Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 407618
Media: Paperback
Pages: 97
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.3
ISBN: 0979842034
EAN: 9780979842030
ASIN: 0979842034
Publication Date: 2008
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Product Description
Over a span of 35 years Gene Budig met many interesting people, some of these notable visitors included high-profile titans from business and industry, college and university presidents, labor leaders, journalists and media personalities. Singling out nine of these intriguing people for their unshakable values Budig shares their stories - people who dared confront overwhelming odds, people who dared to dream ... and succeeded. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: A recognized academic leader and writer, Gene A. Budig is the distinguished professor and senior presidential advisor of the College Board in New York City. As the head of three major state universities, Illinois State University, West Virginia University, and the University of Kansas, he was responsible for the educational programs of 520,000 students. The University of Nebraska graduate served as president of Major League Baseball's American League (1994-2000) and oversaw a period of historic growth in attendance and physical facilities.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
An impelling presentation September 30, 2008
Bill A. Nugent (Point Clear, Alabama)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Grasping the Ring is an impelling presentation of nine personal portraits of leaders in sports, the media and national governmental services including two U.S. senators. The author, Dr. Gene Budig, is a greatly respected and admired educational leader who was president of three national universities, president of the American Baseball League, a general in the U.S. Air Force and senior presidential advisor of the College Board in New York City. In reality, Dr. Budig is the tenth portrait in Grasping the Ring, a must read.
A Must Read September 24, 2008
Matthew W. Murphy (Princeton,N.J.)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
These clear and concise biographies of famous individuals who
persevered thru challenging circustances is inspiring to read.
Gene Budig gives the reader the feeling that they are having
a personal interview with these heroic figures.Anyone who has
experienced a roadblock in life must read this book.
A Gem to be Treasured September 18, 2008
Mary Ann Sumers (Hackensack, NJ)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
The biographies of these distinct and heroic individuals, so elegantly and masterfully nestled together by Dr. Budig's wise and artful hand, weave a delightful and illuminating tapestry of profound impact. The work is not only interesting and entertaining, but it also carries the freight of a stirring realization--that the human spirit can indeed overcome adversity and deposit experiences that shape human history. A very enlightening, thought provoking and enriching book!
Dare to Dream August 27, 2008
J. Stanford
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Gene Budig has given us an insightful snapshot into the lives of nine outstanding individuals who were driven to success in spite of adversity and sometimes outright hostility.
The essays are made more vibrant because Mr. Budig's personally knew these remarkable people. Reading about each person's strength, innate desire and determination to achieve desired goals makes this a most enjoyable and refreshing read.
Engrossing and enjoyable read! August 19, 2008
Wynetka Ann Reynolds (Key West, FL)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Gene Budig has written a delightful and enlightening book about some major sports figures, a gifted newspaperman and the significant politicians, Bob Dole and Bob Kerrey.
He knows all well and profiles their achievements along with their vivid personalities in a riveting way. As a daughter of the Midwest, it made me cheer for my achieving brothers from America's heartland. It is a fast read and you'll learn a lot in an enjoyable way!
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