The book reflects on the life of Alexandra Deford, who tragically passed away at the age of 8 due to cystic fibrosis. It provides a poignant look at her struggle with the disease and includes insights from her father, who highlights recent advancements in treatment that bring hope to current patients. Through personal narrative and medical context, it emphasizes both the challenges faced by those with cystic fibrosis and the progress being made in the fight against this illness.
Frank Deford Books
December 16, 1938 – May 28, 2017
Frank Deford was a celebrated author and commentator whose work often delved into the profound human stories embedded within the world of sports. With his distinctive voice, he connected athletic events to universal themes, offering readers engaging and insightful perspectives. His writing was marked by empathy and a keen ability to uncover the essence of human endeavor and emotion. Deford left an indelible mark on literature with his unique approach to reporting and storytelling.
Sports Illustrated Five Decades of Swimsuit Photography celebrates the art of that uniquely American institution, the Sports Illustrated annual swimsuit issue.Beginning with the inaugural issue on January 24, 1964, which featured model Babette March in a modest four-page spread, Knockouts goes on to document the evolution of the swimsuit issue through five decades of models who, largely by virtue of their appearances here, became celebrities, including Elle Macpherson, Cheryl Tiegs, Tyra Banks, and Kathy Ireland.Besides assembling a selection of the best photographs in book form for the first time, Knockouts offers an ample selection of outtakes and other previously unpublished photos, various quotes from models, photographers, art directors, and commentaries on the logistics and technical aspects of the shoots and the exotic ports of call in which they were staged.
Velký Bill Tilden - triumfy a tragédie
- 230 pages
- 9 hours of reading
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