Ricci G. (goldie61) reviewed Knights and Knaves of Autumn: 40 Years of Pro Football and the Minnesota Vikings on + 39 more book reviews
Aside from some updates reflecting the Vikings in the 70's and 90's (minor), the author's best stories are pulled from his earlier book "True Hearts and Purple Heads," which is a far superior read. The best stories on this franchise come from the early days of the Vikings and the Van Brocklin years. Jim Klobuchar is in my opinion, an excellent writer and his intimate knowledge of the Viking organization lends tons of credibility to his efforts.
I finished the book in one sitting, breezing through chapters and paragraphs that re-told great tales, but still, represented stories written before. Yes, there is some new insight into his relationship with Fran Tarkenton and his opinions of the game today (written in 2000, covering up to the 1999 season). But it breaks no new ground for an astute fan of the Minnesota Vikings.
I finished the book in one sitting, breezing through chapters and paragraphs that re-told great tales, but still, represented stories written before. Yes, there is some new insight into his relationship with Fran Tarkenton and his opinions of the game today (written in 2000, covering up to the 1999 season). But it breaks no new ground for an astute fan of the Minnesota Vikings.
