From the Outside: My Journey Through Life and the Game I Love
Langue : anglais
Edité par HarperCollins Publishers, New York, 2018
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A personally signed First Edition, First Printing of From the Outside: My Journey Through Life and the Game I Love by Basketball Hall of Famer Ray Allen, written with Michael Arkush, with a foreword by acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee. This copy is the official publisher-issued signed first edition, specially bound by the publisher, and features a dedicated signature page personally signed by Ray Allen. It includes the original Premiere Collectibles Certificate of Authenticity. In this memoir, Allen reflects on his remarkable NBA career, from his early years at the University of Connecticut through his time with the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, Boston Celtics, and Miami Heat. He shares insights into the relentless preparation, discipline, and professionalism that helped him become one of the greatest shooters in basketball history. The book also explores his commitment to family, community service, and personal growth beyond the game. This collectible copy is a verified First Edition, First Printing, confirmed by the complete number line ending in 1, and retains its original dust jacket. The official publisher-issued signed page and Premiere Collectibles COA make it an exceptional addition for collectors of NBA history, Boston Celtics, Miami Heat, and Basketball Hall of Fame memorabilia. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ From The Noble Quill: Rare Signed Books We believe every signed book has a story beyond its pages. Each volume is carefully inspected, accurately described, and securely packaged so it can be enjoyed by its next collector for years to come. Books are shipped in protective packaging with the utmost care to help ensure safe arrival.…
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- Titre
- From the Outside: My Journey Through Life and the Game I Love
- Auteur
- Ray Allen with Michael Arkush
- Éditeur
- HarperCollins Publishers, New York
- Année de publication
- 2018
- État de l'article
- Très bon
- Jaquette
- Très bon
- Signé
- Signé par l'auteur
- Reliure
- Couverture rigide
- Langue
- anglais
- ISBN à 10 chiffres
- 0062675478
- ISBN à 13 chiffres
- 9780062675477
- Illustrateur
- N/A
- Édition
- Edition originale
- Impression
- 1er tirage
New York Times Bestseller
The record-holding two-time NBA champion and recently inducted hall-of-famer reflects on his work ethic, his on-the-court friendships and rivalries, the great teams he's played for, and what it takes to have a long and successful career in this thoughtful, in-depth basketball memoir.
Playing in the NBA for eighteen years, Ray Allen won championships with the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat and entered the record books as the original king of the three-point shot. Known as one of the hardest-working and highest-achieving players in NBA history, this most dedicated competitor was legendary for his sharp shooting. From the Outside, complete with a foreword by Spike Lee, is his story in his words: a no-holds-barred look at his life and career, filled with behind-the-scenes stories and surprising revelations about the game he has always cherished.
Allen talks openly about his fellow players, coaches, owners, and friends, including LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Garnett. He reveals how, as a kid growing up in a military family, he learned about responsibility and respect―the key to making those perfect free throws and critical three-point shots.
From the Outside is the portrait of a gifted athlete and a serious man with a strongly defined philosophy about the game and the right way it should be played―a philosophy that, at times, set him apart from colleagues and coaches, while inspiring so many others, and lead to the most pivotal shot of his career: the unforgettable 3-pointer in the final seconds of Game 6 of the 2013 NBA finals against the San Antonio Spurs, a moment now etched in basketball history. Throughout, Allen makes clear that success in basketball is as much about what happens off the court as on, that devotion and commitment are the true essence of the game―and of life itself.
This is more than a basketball memoir―it’s a masterclass in dedication.
- NBA Champion Mindset: Discover the relentless work ethic and mental fortitude that propelled Allen to two championships with the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat.
- Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Get an unfiltered look at teammates and rivals, with candid reflections on playing alongside legends like LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Kevin Garnett.
- The Shot of a Lifetime: Go inside the thrilling final seconds of Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals and the preparation that made one of the most clutch shots in sports history possible.
- From "He Got Game" to the Hall of Fame: Read about his unique journey from starring as Jesus Shuttlesworth in Spike Lee’s classic film to his induction into the Hall of Fame.
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À propos de l’auteur
Ray Allen, the most prolific three-point shooter of all time, played in the NBA for 18 years, winning two championships (2008 Boston Celtics, 2013 Miami Heat). Allen, who went to the University of Connecticut, was the 1996 Big East Player of the Year. As a pro, he averaged more than 20 points a game for 10 straight seasons.
Michael Arkush is an award-winning sportswriter and has written thirteen books, including The Last Season with Phil Jackson, The Big Fight with Sugar Ray Leonard, "Rush!" the bestselling unauthorized biography of Rush Limbaugh, and Fairways and Dreams. Arkush lives in Oak View, California, with his wife, Pauletta.
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