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Book Synopsis: A New York Times bestseller, David Halberstam's The Breaks of the Game focuses on one grim season (1979-80) in the life of the Bill Walton-led Portland Trail Blazers, a team that only three years before had been NBA champions. More than six years after his death David Halberstam remains one of this country's most respected journalists and revered authorities on American life and history in the years since WWII. A Pulitzer Prize-winner for his groundbreaking reporting on the Vietnam War, Halberstam wrote more than 20 books, almost all of them bestsellers. His work has stood the test of time and has become the standard by which all journalists measure themselves.
The tactile authenticity of Halberstam's knowledge of the basketball world is unrivaled. Yet he is writing here about far more than just basketball. This is a story about a place in our society where power, money, and talent collide and sometimes corrupt, a place where both national obsessions and naked greed are exposed. It's about the influence of big media, the fans and the hype they subsist on, the clash of ethics, the terrible physical demands of modern sports (from drugs to body size), the unreal salaries, the conflicts of race and class, and the consequences of sport converted into mass entertainment and athletes transformed into superstars — all presented in a way that puts the reader in the room and on the court, and The Breaks of the Game in a league of its own.
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Immerse yourself in the gripping world of professional basketball with David Halberstam's The Breaks of the Game. With its New York Times bestseller status and meticulously researched storyline, this book promises to transport you back to the exhilarating 1979-80 season of the Bill Walton-led Portland Trail Blazers. You'll witness the potential downfall of a championship-winning team, delving deep into the intricacies of power, money, and talent that both elevate and corrupt.
As one of the most revered authorities on American life and history since WWII, Halberstam brings a level of authenticity that is unparalleled. From the influence of big media to the clash of ethics, this book exposes the multifaceted nature of professional sports. It examines the physical demands imposed on athletes, from the use of drugs to the pressures of maintaining a certain body size. You'll also gain insight into the unreal salaries, the conflicts of race and class, and the consequences of sport transformed into mass entertainment. Halberstam's writing places you right in the heart of the action, making The Breaks of the Game a true masterpiece.
Don't miss your chance to be captivated by this extraordinary account of the basketball world. Halberstam's work has stood the test of time and continues to captivate readers. Whether you're a die-hard basketball fan or simply someone fascinated by the inner workings of society, this book is a must-read. Click here to get your hands on The Breaks of the Game and embark on an unforgettable journey through the turbulent world of professional basketball.
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