Biographical note:
Matt Maiocco (Lafayette, California) has been a dedicated 49ers beat reporter for more than 15 years, currently with Comcast SportsNet Bay Area and previously for the Santa Rosa Press Democrat and Contra Costa Times. He has co-authored two books on the 49ers, San Francisco 49ers: Where Have You Gone? and Roger Craig's Tales from the San Francisco 49ers Sideline. A native of Corning and a graduate of Humboldt State, Maiocco lives in the Bay Area. He writes a regular blog for CSN Bay Area (csnbayarea.com/maiocco_blog) and has more than 36,000 followers on Twitter (@MaioccoCSN). Dwight Clark (Santa Cruz, California) is a former Pro Bowl and All-Pro wide receiver who spent his entire NFL career with the 49ers (1979--1987). His leaping catch to win the 1981 NFC Championship Game against the Dallas Cowboys is the single-most memorable moment in franchise history, and one of the all-time iconic moments in pro football history. His number 87 jersey is retired by the 49ers. Since 2011, he has been an on-air analyst for Comcast SportsNet Bay Area's 49ers Postgame Live show.
Matt Maiocco has been a sportswriter in the Bay Area for more than 15 years, currently with Comcast SportsNet Bay Area and previously for the
Santa Rosa Press Democrat and
Contra Costa Times. He has co-authored two books on the 49ers. A native of Corning and a graduate of Humboldt State, Maiocco lives in the Bay Area. He writes a regular blog for CSN Bay Area (
csnbayarea.com/maiocco_blog) and on Twitter (
@MaioccoCSN).
Main description:
The San Francisco 49ers are coming off their sixth Super Bowl appearance and are once again energizing football fans throughout the Bay Area. In San Francisco 49ers: The Complete Illustrated History, author and longtime sports reporter Matt Maiocco explores the full history of this iconic franchise, in the All-America Football Conference as California’s first major league pro sports team up through the latest Super Bowl glory. Accompanied by tons of photos, Maiocco offers details and insight into the teams, players, and games that have defined the Niners legacy over nearly seven decades. In addition to recounting well-known themes and storylines—the dynasty under Bill Walsh and Joe Montana, rivalries with the Dallas Cowboys and other teams, profiles of star players, analysis of pivotal games—this book presents lesser-known stories and season recaps to provide fans of the Red and Gold with a deeper understanding of their favorite team.
Packed with illustrations, this visually vibrant book offers vintage imagery, high-quality action photos, and a wide range of ephemera and memorabilia from throughout the decades, including program covers, pennants, ticket stubs, cards, and much more. With an unmatched depth of information and wealth of visual material, San Francisco 49ers: The Complete Illustrated History is the ultimate fan souvenir and reference book for the Golden Gate City’s beloved football dynasty.
