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It's Better to Be Feared
The New England Patriots Dynasty and the Pursuit of Greatness
Book • 2021
In 'It’s Better to Be Feared,' Seth Wickersham provides a comprehensive and revealing look at the New England Patriots dynasty.
Based on hundreds of interviews conducted since 2001, the book delves into the tactical ingenuity of Bill Belichick and the unique mentality of Tom Brady.
It also covers their divergent paths in 2020, including Brady’s successful run to the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The book is praised for its unvarnished and definitive narrative, making it an instant classic of American sportswriting.
Based on hundreds of interviews conducted since 2001, the book delves into the tactical ingenuity of Bill Belichick and the unique mentality of Tom Brady.
It also covers their divergent paths in 2020, including Brady’s successful run to the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The book is praised for its unvarnished and definitive narrative, making it an instant classic of American sportswriting.
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