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Money talks. He's playing DII ball on his own merits, and we're happy about that.I'm 3/4 of the way through this book, and while I am not one to give up on a book, I am just tired of reading this.
The book. I loved the movie.
Nor were we willing to flaunt the rules or have our son declared LD and then sign him up for "personal development" classes from an online school so that he could circumvent the NCAA rules. Not so much.As an avid HS and college football fan, I appreciate the emphasis on the evolving game.As a long-time teacher, I appreciate the efforts to bring a struggling child up to his potential.As a football mom, well.
Let me just say that we don't have bazillions of dollars and a myriad of contacts at our respective alma maters (and beautiful window treatments and $2000 kitchen tables). The Tuohys have lots of money.
Ho-hum.
The existing loopholes and the murky ways to reach a set GPA, as described in the book, I find highly debatable, if not unacceptable. On the other side (father) Sean Tuohy's role in Michael Oher's life gains in stature as the book moves along.
Michael Oher's story is genuinely fascinating and inspiring. Like most of Michael Lewis' books, this one read easily and agreeably.
As the book moves along, my appreciation of (mother) Leigh Anne Tuohy personality gradually diminishes, as her seeming almost snobby fixation of- and incessant reference to the (lavish) standards of belonging to the Tuohy family became nauseating. I skipped through some of the football history parts, as I found these too lengthy and lacking my interest in the story.
The Tuohy family is to be admired for its altruism, dedication, affection, and determination in creating purpose and opportunity for this kid from the projects. Sean Tuohy's determination to find loopholes in order for Michael Oher to reach the necessary GPA and be permitted to attend college, I appreciate as a father.
It partially negates the purpose of an academic life and demonstrates a different set of rules with regard to gifted athletes.Regardless Michael Oher is a remarkable individual, who crossed an immense number of obstacles, through character strength and resolve, undoubtedly aided by an exceptionally selfless family.
I saw the movie way before i read the book, but i can assure you, if you like the movie you'll love the book, it has and air of remembering the game, and taking you to the moments that really change the game of football.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book (though as a woman I sometimes got bogged down in the history telling of some of the football stats) It was interestering to learn of some of the 'stars' of yesteryear and of past coaches. The storyline of what the Toueys did is remarkable and I've heard Leigh Ann wants to start some type of program for underprivileged black kids who need help with grades to stay in school. What a woman.My one complaint is the cover.Michael Lewis name stands out much more than the title of the book.like he is selling his name over that of the book and of Michael Ohr.the cover on the paperback is much more appropriate. Hopefully, the cover on the hardback will be changed if the book sells enough copies.
Gave it as a gift but I'm sure it's a good book. Saw the movie.
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