Fighting Back

Fighting Back: The Inspirational Journey of American Hero Rocky Bleier

"Fighting Back: The Inspirational Journey of American Hero Rocky Bleier" is a new version of Rocky's classic book that was originally published in 1975. This special edition includes new chapters by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gene Collier along with additional photographs. The book chronicles one of the greatest comebacks in sports history. After being wounded during the Vietnam War in 1969, Bleier — who had starred as a football player at Notre Dame — courageously fought back from debilitating injuries to become a four-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Also included is a Foreword written by Steelers Pro Bowl offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva, who served three tours of duty in Afghanistan. Proceeds from sale of book benefit Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs for Veterans.

Written by Rocky Bleier, Terry O'Neil and Gene Collier.

Hardcover, 285 pages.

$29.95

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