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The Comic Book Story of Basketball by Fred Van Lente

The Comic Book Story of Basketball

A Fast-break History of Hoops

Fred Van Lente, Joe Cooper

Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed · Print & ebook · September 22, 2020

A fast-break history of basketball--from its humble beginnings to its all-time great players--featuring engaging true tales from the court and vivid, dynamic illustrations.

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Who it’s for
Readers interested in basketball history and origins
Themes
Basketball history, Different forms of basketball, Players and coaches
Genres
Sports Manga, Sports, Historical Graphic Nonfiction

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A fast-break history of basketball--from its humble beginnings to its all-time great players--featuring engaging true tales from the court and vivid, dynamic illustrations. Whether it's millionaire pros facing off in an indoor arena full of screaming fans or a lone kid shooting hoops on an outdoor court, basketball is one of the most popular and widely played sports in the world. The Comic Book Story of Basketball gives you courtside seats to the history of hoops.

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It chronicles the sport from its beginnings in a YMCA in Massachusetts to its current status as a beloved international game for men and women of all ages. Learn the true stories behind the college game, the street game, the women's game, and the international game, with legendary players and coaches like Dr. J, Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Steph Curry profiled throughout.

Who it’s for

  • Readers interested in basketball history and origins
  • Readers interested in college, street, women's, and international basketball

Where it sits

Historical Graphic Nonfiction59%
Sports Manga53%
Sports41%

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Publisher categories

  • Sports Manga
  • Nonfiction Comics
  • Sports
Authors
Fred Van Lente, Joe Cooper
Publisher
Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed
Published
September 22, 2020
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Basketball history · Different forms of basketball · Players and coaches
Reading lane
Sports Manga