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Forty Minutes of Hell - The Extraordinary Life of Nolan Richardson

English · Hardback

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"Nolan Richardson''s extraordinary life and success as the University of Arkansas'' coach are an important chapter in the history of our country''s struggle for racial equality, with all the excitement of the Final Four. What an incredible journey!" --President Bill Clinton Forty Minutes of Hell by Rus Bradburd is an intricate exploration of the politics of race and sports, from the Jim Crow era until today, witnessed through the life of legendary African-American basketball coach and NCAA Title winner Nolan Richardson. A remarkable story of pride, courage, and accomplishment in the face of discrimination, Forty Minutes of Hell is also a fascinating window into the world of elite collegiate sports. NBA legend Charles Barkley calls this inspiring and important biography, "A great story about America and its hidden histories....Every American should thank [Richardson] for showing us it was possible."

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Authors Rus Bradburd
Publisher Amistad
 
Languages English
Product format Hardback
Released 09.02.2010
 
EAN 9780061690464
ISBN 978-0-06-169046-4
No. of pages 336
Dimensions 152 mm x 229 mm x 28 mm
Subjects HUMOR: Topic / Sports, SPORTS & RECREATION: History, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY: Sports, SPORTS & RECREATION: Basketball

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