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larryThis is a very humerous thread...mainly because there is really nothing that can be gained by either critcizing the book or complimenting the book....
It has some accuracy, and some non-accuracy, I know both Mr. Lifson and Mr. Mastro well, we were all good friends back in the "good old days of the hobby" and there is no way either of them are evil doers nor saints.
Actually they are both very talented and knowledgable, personable individuals. Both have vibrant and distinct personalities, and they amassed 30-40+ years of first hand experience and depth of knowledge during their careers in this industry. Unfortunately life changes may have deteriorated their friendship, plain and simple.
PSA can NEVER admit that the card possibly has been tainted and do not think for a minute that if there was this " blatant proof" available, PSA would still say the card IS ORIGINAL and probably has some guarantee in place to the purchaser. They have to "INSURE" the authenticity of the card and protect the investment. The CARD has more value now than ever due to its "dna" and of the history it has created. The legend that has been propelled exceeds the legendary Wagner himself, and is further fueled by all of us, Mr. O'Keeffe, Rob L, Bill M, Mr. Gretzky, David Hall, Bob Sevchuck, Joe Orlando, B. Siegel, Mike Gidwitz etc.. and the many others that have been part of the story...
The cornerstone of the hobby is a reflection of society today, it is the saga we seem never to get tired of, and it is the untold story not THE card that will keep its value soaring. Furthermore, PSA will make sure of that or they will inevitably own it.