Nick Manzello
Spurred by his passion for sports and a deep love for his Italian heritage, Nick Manzello began writing Legacy of the Gladiators more than twenty years ago. ,His pieces on great Italian-American sports figures come from a variety of sources. Many are based on interviews with these famous men and women, as well as his personal knowledge of their careers. ,Legacy of the Gladiators demonstrates the remarkable impact on sports made by Italian Americans. It contains 49 stories of great Italian-American sports figures Â— from Joe DiMaggio to Mary Lou Retton. A great read, a great gift.
Legacy of the Gladiators: Italian Americans in Sports