The original classic story about growing up with drugs and sex and about learning to survive on the streets of New York–once again in print. An urban classic of coming of …
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The memoir of a puny boy in a rural town who grew up to become a Ninja Grand MasterBy turns thrilling, funny, and spiritually enlightening, this story is a real-life Kick-Ass. Martin Faulks grew up in a Norfolk village, England. Returning from the rec center with a friend one day, they were attacked by a gang of older boys. Martin ran away …
In this groundbreaking biography, David Maraniss captures all of football great Vince Lombardi: the myth, the man, his game, and his God.More than any other sports figure, Vince Lombardi transformed football into a metaphor of the American experience. The son of an Italian immigrant butcher, Lombardi toiled for twenty frustrating years as a high school coach and then …
The Valley of the Shadow of Death: A Tale of Tragedy and Redemption
In this heart-wrenching memoir, former NFL star Kermit Alexander tells the devastating true story of the horrific massacre of his family and his subsequent years of despair, followed by a spiritual renewal that showed him a way to rebuild his family and reclaim his life.On the morning of August 31, 1984, in the South Central section of Los …
The bestselling memoir from the greatest relief pitcher of all time. He is listed along with Ruth, Mantle, Gehrig, and DiMaggio as a top-five Yankee of all time. He is the man who has intimidated thousands of batters by merely opening a bullpen door. Rivera is also a man of God and family whose contributions to charity …
Eight World Cups: My Journey through the Beauty and Dark Side of Soccer
“Full of humor and insight about sport and culture…. The pomp, glory, and great entertainment all get their due in Eight World Cups.”–The Boston GlobeBlending witty travelogue with action on the field–and shady dealings in back rooms–George Vecsey offers an eye-opening, globe-trotting account of eight World Cups. He immerses himself in the great national leagues, historic clubs, and …
“Undisputed Truth is raw, powerful and disturbing—a head-spinning take on Mr. Tyson’s life.” (Wall Street Journal) Philosopher, Broadway headliner, fighter, felon—Mike Tyson has defied stereotypes, expectations, and a lot of conventional wisdom during his three decades in the public eye. Bullied as a boy in the toughest, poorest neighborhood in Brooklyn, Tyson grew up to become one of the …
Who’s the greatest slugger of all time, Babe Ruth or Ted Williams? Where do Derek Jeter and Cal Ripken Jr. rank on the list of the best shortstops? At third base, would you rather have Mike Schmidt or Brooks Robinson? Is Fenway or Wrigley the better ballpark?This book will end many arguments-and start some new ones. Sports Illustrated’s …
Running for My Life: One Lost Boy’s Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games
Running for My Life is not a story about Africa or track and field athletics. It is about outrunning the devil and achieving the impossible faith, diligence, and the desire to give back. It is the American dream come true and a stark reminder that saving one can help to save thousands more. Lopez Lomong chronicles his inspiring …
Lawrence in Arabia: War, Deceit, Imperial Folly and the Making of the Modern Middle East
Finalist for the 2014 National Book Critics Circle Award in BiographyOne of the Best Books of the Year:The Christian Science MonitorNPRThe Seattle Times St. Louis Post-Dispatch Chicago TribuneA New York Times Notable BookThe Arab Revolt against the Turks in World War I was, in the words of T. E. Lawrence, “a sideshow of a sideshow.” As a result, the conflict …