Becoming Kareem: Growing Up On and Off the Court

Becoming Kareem: Growing Up On and Off the Court

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!

The first memoir for young readers by sports legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

At one time, Lew Alcindor was just another kid from New York City with all the usual problems: He struggled with fitting in, with pleasing a strict father, and with overcoming shyness that made him feel socially awkward. But with a talent for basketball, and an unmatched team of supporters, Lew Alcindor was able to transform and to become Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

From a childhood made difficult by racism and prejudice to a record-smashing career on the basketball court as an adult, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's life was packed with "coaches" who taught him right from wrong and led him on the path to greatness. His parents, coaches Jack Donahue and John Wooden, Muhammad Ali, Bruce Lee, and many others played important roles in Abdul-Jabbar's life and sparked him to become an activist for social change and advancement. The inspiration from those around him, and his drive to find his own path in life, are highlighted in this personal and awe-inspiring journey.

Written especially for young readers, Becoming Kareem chronicles how Kareem Abdul-Jabbar become the icon and legend he is today, both on and off the court.
Country USA
Brand LITTLE, BROWN
Manufacturer Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
ReleaseDate 2017-11-21
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780316555388

Country	USA
Brand	LITTLE, BROWN
Manufacturer	Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	Illustrated
ReleaseDate	2017-11-21
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9780316555388

Becoming Kareem: Growing Up On and Off the Court

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