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10 Inspiring Sports Books

BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

THE GHOST RUNNER

by Bill Jones

John Tarrant fought against a sporting establishment that held him hostage in what could have been one of the great... Full review >

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NONFICTION

BOTTOM OF THE 33RD

by Dan Barry

Destined to take its place among the classics of baseball literature. Full review >

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NONFICTION

THE SECRET LIVES OF SPORTS FANS

by Eric Simons

An intriguing ride through “all the wondrous quirks and oddities in human nature.” Full review >

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NONFICTION

THAT FIRST SEASON

by John Eisenberg

A must-read for Packer and Lombardi fans, and will interest most NFL fans as well. Full review >

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CURRENT EVENTS & SOCIAL ISSUES

A NECESSARY SPECTACLE

by Selena Roberts

Expert portrayal of how women’s tennis played a socially progressive role in prodding a country to reconsider its sexism. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

A FATHER FIRST

by Dwyane Wade with Mim Eichler Rivas

A refreshing chronicle of a fervent sportsman with his head and heart in all the right places. Full review >

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