Best Books of 2013 on Sports and Entertainment

by Hilton Als

Als’ work is so much more than simply writing about being black or gay or smart. It’s about being human. Full review >

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by Stanley Crouch

A story rich in musical history and poignant with dramatic irony. Full review >

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by Nicholas Dawidoff

Insightful, immediate sportswriting. Readers will feel every bit of the team’s frustration and elation. Full review >

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by Glenn Frankel

A thoroughly researched, clearly written account of an obsessive search through the tangled borderland of fact and fiction,... Full review >

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by Richard Hell

A deft, lyrical chronicle by a punk with perspective. Full review >

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by Robert Hilburn

The personal knowledge aided by extensive archival research and always compelling, accessible writing make this an... Full review >

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by Boris Kachka

A smart, savvy portrait of arguably the country’s most important publisher. Full review >

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by Tracy Kidder ; Richard Todd

Other writing guides have more nuts-and-bolts advice, but few combine the verve and plainspokenness of this book, which... Full review >

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by Adrian Miller

An engaging, tradition-rich look at an often overlooked American cuisine—certainly to be of interest to foodies from all... Full review >

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by Terry Teachout

Like most Ellington albums, Teachout's in-depth, well-researched, loving study of this American treasure is an instant... Full review >

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by Ahmir Thompson and Ben Greenman

Fanatics and newcomers to the music will both find plenty of revelation here. Full review >

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by Sam Wasson

Graceful prose creates a richly detailed and poignant portrait, simultaneously inspiring and depressing. Full review >

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by Jon Wiederhorn ; Katherine Turman

Even if your metal collection consists of a couple of Kiss cassettes and an AC/DC CD, you’ll find this a killer read. Full review >

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