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North Dallas forty is a work of sports fiction authored by Peter Gent. The novel is classified under general fiction and sports fiction, highlighting the world of professional football players.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Sports
Authors: Peter Gent
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