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Shaquille O'Neal A Biography
Murry Nelson
Book Code: GR3759
ISBN: 0-313-33759-4
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-33759-8
176 pages, photos
Greenwood Press
Publication: 12/30/2006
List Price: $29.95 (UK Sterling Price: £16.95)
Discount Price: $23.96 Greenwood Press Fall 2008 Backlist Sale. Use code 0826. Save 20%. Ends 12/31/2008.
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Series Title: Greenwood Biographies
Reviews:
  • Aimed at high school students, this accessible biography describes the life and career of professional basketball player Shaquille O'Neill, who is among the highest paid and best loved figures in the NBA. Supplemental materials include a time line of significant events in O'Neill's life as well as a table of his career statistics.
    —Reference & Research Book News     May 2007
Description: As one of the most recognizable and highest paid athletes in the world, Shaquille O'Neal, better known as "Shaq," is undeniably one of the greatest players in basketball history. Murry Nelson presents a fascinating look at the career of a man who has dominated basketball for over 10 years and invites readers to take a close look at the person behind the phenomenon. This insightful biography brings the achievements of Shaquille O'Neal to life, providing information on his early life and the influence of his parents, coaches, and fellow players. Chapters take the reader from Shaq's childhood in Newark and Germany through his college years at Louisiana State University, tracing his path to NBA superstardom with the Orlando Magic, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the Miami Heat. Basketball fans will appreciate the play-by-play account of the many championship runs in Shaq's legendary career. This biography also spotlights Shaq's celebrity life off the court as a rap recording artist, film star, and commercial pitchman for numerous multi-million dollar brands. A timeline highlighting key events in Shaq's life and career, a bibliography, and a statistical appendix enhance this biography.
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