Cet auteur explore des thèmes qui transcendent le domaine du sport, en abordant des questions plus profondes d'identité et de foi. Son œuvre reflète un parcours personnel et une transformation qui ont façonné sa vision du monde et son écriture. Les lecteurs peuvent s'attendre à des contributions réfléchies et uniques.
The sports legend's first memoir for young readers (now in paperback!) explores his path from his days as a shy boy named Lew Alcindor to becoming Kareem, an important story published at time when the national conversation around sports and racial injustice has intensified.
Korey and his ace, Hammer, were sentenced to serve two decades in federal prison, but after an unexpected change in the crack cocaine laws, Korey is released. Now he s on his way home. Like Hammer, Korey is a thug with a violent nature However he's determined to become someone other than a drug dealer and has a deep desire to reconnect with his teenage daughter. But when he links back up with Hammer, who was released months before, Korey finds his most sincere intent to go straight challenged.
The book, published in 2010, explores themes of resilience and identity through the journey of its protagonist. Set against a backdrop of societal challenges, the narrative delves into personal struggles and triumphs, highlighting the importance of community and self-discovery. With rich character development and engaging storytelling, it invites readers to reflect on their own experiences while navigating a world filled with both obstacles and opportunities for growth.
Presents an account of the 761st Tank Battalion, the first African-American armored unit to see combat in World War II, based on interviews with surviving members of the unit
The new novel by NBA All-Star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, starring brothers Mycroft and Sherlock Holmes. It is 1873, and as the economies of Europe threaten to crumble, Mycroft Holmes finds himself in service to the Crown once again. A distant relative of Queen Victoria has been slain by the Fire Four Eleven killer, a serial murderer who leaves no mark upon his victims, only a mysterious calling card. Meanwhile, Sherlock has already taken it upon himself to solve the case, as his interest in the criminal mind grows into an obsession. Mycroft begrudgingly allows Sherlock to investigate, as Ai Lin--the woman he is still in love with--needs his aid. Her fiancé has been kidnapped, and the only man who might know his fate is a ruthless arms dealer with a reputation for killing those who cross him. Mycroft persuades his friend Cyrus Douglas to help find the young man, but Douglas himself is put in harm's way. As Sherlock travels the country on the hunt for the Fire Four Eleven murderer, both he and Mycroft will discover that the greed of others is at the root of the evil they are trying to unearth...
The new novel by NBA All-Star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, starring brothers Mycroft and Sherlock Holmes. It is 1872, and a series of gruesome murders is the talk of London. Mycroft Holmes--now twenty-six and a force to be reckoned with at the War Office--has no interest in the killings; however, his brother Sherlock has developed a distasteful fascination for the macabre. When a ship carrying cargo belonging to Mycroft's best friend Cyrus Douglas runs aground, Mycroft persuades Sherlock to serve as a tutor at the orphanage that Douglas runs as a charity, so that Douglas might travel to see what can be salvaged. When a boy dies of a suspected drug overdose Sherlock decides to investigate, following a trail of strange subterranean symbols to London's squalid opium dens. Meanwhile a meeting with a beautiful Chinese woman leads Mycroft to the very same mystery, one that forces him to examine the underbelly of the opium trade that is enriching his beloved Britain's coffers. As the stakes rise, the brothers need one another's assistance and counsel. But a lifetime of keeping secrets from each other may have catastrophic consequences...
The bestselling novel starring Sherlock Holmes's enigmatic brother, from NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Fresh out of Cambridge University, the young Mycroft Holmes is already making a name for himself in government, working for the Secretary of State for War. Yet this most British of civil servants has strong ties to the faraway island of Trinidad, the birthplace of his best friend, Cyrus Douglas, a man of African descent, and where his fiancee Georgiana Sutton was raised. Mycroft's comfortable existence is overturned when Douglas receives troubling reports from home. There are rumors of mysterious disappearances, strange footprints in the sand, and spirits enticing children to their deaths, their bodies found drained of blood. Upon hearing the news, Georgiana abruptly departs for Trinidad. Near panic, Mycroft convinces Douglas that they should follow her, drawing the two men into a web of dark secrets that grows more treacherous with each step they take... Written by NBA superstar Kareem Abdul- Jabbar and screenwriter Anna Waterhouse, Mycroft Holmes reveals the untold story of Sherlock's older brother. This harrowing adventure changed his life, and set the stage for the man Mycroft would become: founder of the famous Diogenes Club and the hidden power behind the British government.
Exploring the evolution of basketball, this collection highlights its journey from street games to the grandeur of March Madness, featuring iconic figures like Michael Jordan and LeBron James. The writing captures the sport's essence, showcasing the grit, grace, and glory that define basketball culture. Through various narratives, readers experience the passion and dedication that players and fans bring to the game, making it a celebration of basketball's impact on both individuals and communities.
New York Times and USA Today bestselling book by basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on his 50-year friendship with Coach John Wooden, who formed one of the most enduring and meaningful relationships in sports history.
Prepare for an exhilarating experience that promises to challenge your thinking and entertain you. This engaging book offers a unique blend of fun and thought-provoking content, guaranteed to captivate readers. With its intriguing concepts and lively writing style, it invites exploration and sparks curiosity, making it a must-read for those seeking both enjoyment and intellectual stimulation.