The 12 Best Sports Journalism Books

Throughout history, sports have played a huge role in cultural, political, and ethical debates — and our understanding of both sports themselves and their impact on society is due in large part to the work of thoughtful, talented writers. Sports journalists combine a deep understanding of the game itself with a broader vision of its impact on our lives, making the sports journalism books on this list some of the most thrilling and perceptive reading you’ll do all year.