Story of the Free 72oz Steak: A Route 66 Legend Coffee Table Book

The image depicts the cover of the book, "Story of the Free 72oz Steak," which recounts the history of the legendary 72-ounce steak challenge at The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo, Texas. Here's a summary of the challenge and the restaurant: The Challenge: The Big Texan's 72-ounce steak challenge is a famous eating competition where participants must consume a 72-ounce steak, along with sides, in under an hour to get the meal for free.  History: The challenge was created in 1962 after a cowboy ate a massive meal in an hour. The Big Texan Steak Ranch originally opened in 1960 on Route 66 and later moved to its current location on Interstate 40.  Rules: Contestants cannot get up, receive help, or get sick during the challenge. If they fail, they must pay the full price.  Success Rate: Out of about 90,000 attempts, over 10,000 people have completed the challenge.  Current Record: The current record for the 72-oz steak challenge is held by Molly Schuyler at 4 minutes and 22 seconds.  The Book: "Story of the Free 72oz Steak" details the history of the restaurant and the challenge.  The Big Texan is a popular roadside attraction known for its competitive eating and Western-themed atmosphere. The restaurant also offers a live stream of the challenge.  Condition NEW- HOWEVER AGED, SLIGHT RUB ON BACK OF BOOK. SEE PHOTO. 266B