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- Hakeem Olajuwon's childhood in Nigeria, his storied college years, and back-to-back championships with the Houston Rockets
- "Storytelling and writing as dexterous and thrilling as the player himself" (Hanif Abdurraqib, author of There's Always This Year)
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- "Captivating ... A sprawling history that ventures in many surprising directions" (Publishers Weekly)
- Covers historic moments ranging from the early wooden ballparks to today's gleaming arenas
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- "Like the best of all sports books, it's about much more than sports" (Jonathan Eig, author of King: A Life)
- From a historian working at the intersection of race and sports
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- Informed by two decades of primitive living, Donny Dust covers how to anticipate danger, problem-solve, find shelter, build a fire, and more
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- Covers NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers's upbringing, career, and high-profile controversies
- "Rodgers is a fascinating character and Ian does a great job telling his story" (New York Post)
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- "As far as underdog stories go, this one is a surefire crowd-pleaser" (Publishers Weekly)
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- Recounts the trailblazing 1978 legal case spearheaded by sportswriter Melissa Ludtke
- "A good reminder for younger generations of the legal battles that helped women get the rights we have today" (Booklist)
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- How the youngest state auditor in the US uncovered a scandal allegedly involving state politicians and a retired NFL star
- "Illuminating and disturbing" (Kirkus Reviews)
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- Answers the 100 most-asked sports fan questions
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- "This spirited book about one man's journey of self-discovery will serve as an inspiration" (Booklist)
- Contains seven years' worth of insightful meditations and life lessons
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