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The author reflects on his deep connection to basketball, particularly during his formative years in '90s Columbus, Ohio. Through a blend of lyrical prose and memoir, he explores themes of success, the complexities of role models, and the tension between excellence and societal expectations. Personal anecdotes, including a poignant memory of his father's singular basketball shot, enrich this exploration, revealing how the sport shaped his identity and understanding of achievement.
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There's Always This Year, Hanif Abdurraqib
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- Released
- 2024
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- Subtitle
- On Basketball and Ascension
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Hanif Abdurraqib
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 352
- ISBN13
- 9780593448793
- Series
- Rating
- 4.3 out of 5
- Description
- The author reflects on his deep connection to basketball, particularly during his formative years in '90s Columbus, Ohio. Through a blend of lyrical prose and memoir, he explores themes of success, the complexities of role models, and the tension between excellence and societal expectations. Personal anecdotes, including a poignant memory of his father's singular basketball shot, enrich this exploration, revealing how the sport shaped his identity and understanding of achievement.