See all books authored by kareem abduljabbar, including what color is my. In his new book, becoming kareem, for kids ages 10 and up, abduljabbar discusses life on and off the court, and what it was like being a tall man in a small world full of hate and discrimination against africanamericans. Cnn library here is a look at the life of philanthropist, bestselling author and nba hall of fame center kareem abduljabbar. From lew alcindor to kareem abduljabbar by james haskins. In a blunt autobiography kareem abduljabbar gets open offcourt for the first time. Nba legend kareem abduljabbars book, becoming kareem, is out this month. Award winning books books by kareem abduljabbar view official kareem abduljabbar store buy the book buy the book buy the comics buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy. Basketball great abduljabbar a season on the reservation, 2000, etc. Mycroft and sherlock by kareem abduljabbar and anna waterhouse is an excellent read for fans of the classic detective. Searching for a new equality beyond black and white, 2016, etc. The author of several new york times bestsellers, kareems previous books include giant steps, kareem, black profiles in courage, a season on the reservation, and brothers in arms. That fred jones invented the refrigerated truck that makes supermarkets possible.
Basketball legend, kareem abduljabbar recently announced his 12th book, coach wooden and me. Kareem abduljabbar is recognized by sports illustrated and time magazine as historys greatest basketball player he is the nbas alltime leading scorer. Mar 26, 2012 written for children of middleschool age, the book highlights littleknown achievements by africanamerican innovators, while continuing abdul jabbar s interest in a version of u. Explore our editors picks for the best kids books of the month. The brilliance of kareem abdul jabbar was never limited to oncourt accomplishments, and on the shoulders of giants is another shining example of this. Mycroft holmes and sherlock series by kareem abduljabbar. Kareem abduljabbar presidential medal of freedom recipient after 50 years as an athlete and activist, he offers his perspectives as a nationally recognized speaker who regularly appears on the lecture circuit. My life in three acts, in which she discussed her prior relationship with nba legend, kareem abduljabbar. Reflections from inside, he remains a devout muslim and an active, articulate spokesperson for africanamericans. Kareem abdul jabbar knows basketball, but does he know story telling. Kareem abduljabbar, basketball legend and the nbas alltime leading scorer, champions a lineup of littleknown africanamerican inventors in this lively, kidfriendly book. He is the nbas alltime leading scorer, with 38,387 points. Since retiring, abduljabbar has been an actor, basketball coach, and a new york times bestselling author.
Kareem abduljabbar books list of books by author kareem. The streetball crew made their first appearance in sasquatch in the paint. He did not compel them to partake in any particular sporting activity. Abduljabbars latest writing project is sasquatch in the paint, a childrens book about a nerdy eighthgrader who grows so tall that a basketball coach is determined to turn him into a player. What color is my world the lost history of african.
Books by kareem abduljabbar author of mycroft holmes. Kareem abduljabbar is a huge holmesian72 tall, basketballs alltime leading scorer, and. His books for adults include giant steps, kareem, black profiles in courage, a season on the reservation, brothers in arms, and on the shoulders of giants. They eventually married and together had three children. In streetball crew book 2, stealing the game, abdul jabbar, with some help from coauthor raymond obstfeld, tells a fun story for teens. Kareem abduljabbar retired from basketball in 1989. The brilliance of kareem abduljabbar was never limited to oncourt accomplishments, and on the shoulders of giants is another shining example of this. Kareem abduljabbar is a huge holmesian72, nbas alltime leading scorer, sixtime mvp, basketball hall of fame inductee, and recipient of the presidential medal of freedom as well as a new york times bestselling author, and a regular contributor to the guardian and the hollywood reporter. Kareem abduljabbar on the view talking about his book. Kareem abduljabbar author of mycroft holmes goodreads. James lovegrove, new york times bestseller the smoke of the london underground, the funk of the devil s acre, the vapors of opium. On the shoulders of giants book by kareem abduljabbar. Mycroft and sherlock, the new novel by nba legend kareem abdul jabbar, with an assist from screenwriter anna waterhouse, sees the holmes brothers in their first joint investigation, which involves a series of brutal murders, cryptic chinese glyphs and the opium trade.
As he says, i was friendly to everyone but friends with no one. Author interview kareem abduljabbar, author of on the. Mycroft and sherlock, the new novel by nba legend kareem abduljabbar, with an assist from screenwriter anna waterhouse, sees the holmes brothers in their first joint investigation, which involves a series of brutal murders, cryptic chinese glyphs and the opium trade. Kareem abduljabbars the empty birdcage is a novel set in 1873 where the economies of europe are on the verge of collapse. Jan, 2015 sasquatch in the paint, written by kareem abdul jabbar and raymond obstfeld, is the story of theo rollins and the tough moments he faces in turning thirteen and becoming a teenager, and while an element of the story is set against the backdrop of basketball, this book hits a grand slam. Coloring book kareem abdul jabbar books mycroft holmes and the apocalypse handbook. What is the importance of reading for our children and how did your joy of.
Former nba basketball player kareem abduljabbar asks questions to. May 02, 2020 kareem abduljabbar is the nbas alltime leading scorer, a sixtime nba champion and the leagues only 6x mvp. Kareem abduljabbar biography facts, childhood, family life. Kareem abduljabbar discusses his ya memoir writers digest.
He also holds the records for the most field goals 15,837 and the most minutes played 57,446. Jun 25, 2017 their other children include kareem abduljabbars son kareem, who was born in 1976, and their other daughter, sultana, who was born in 1979. In 1977, the year of his official divorce from habiba, he met cheryl pistono, the woman who would soon become the mother of his fourth child, amir. The author of several new york times bestsellers, kareem s previous books include giant steps, kareem, black profiles in courage, a season on the reservation, and brothers in arms. In his book, he gives a glimpse into his personal growth, as well as the story of his personal relationship with his coach, john wooden. Nba legend kareem abduljabbar on new book, writings on. Mar 22, 2012 this wonderful picture book tells the simple story of a boy and his dad listening to that game on the radio in their kitchen and realizing that they were listening to history being made. Written for children of middleschool age, the book highlights littleknown achievements by africanamerican innovators, while continuing abduljabbars interest in a version of u. Kareem abduljabbar and all we know about his children. One of the greatest basketball players in history reflects on one of the greatest coaches in history. Abdul jabbar met habiba abdul jabbar born janice brown at a lakers game during his senior year at ucla. Abduljabbarthe nbas alltime leading scorer who is now a writer of essays and books writings on the wall. Kareem abdul jabbar, basketball legend and the nba s alltime leading scorer, champions a lineup of littleknown africanamerican inventors in this lively, kidfriendly book.
They imagine a whiterobed cult of new age zombies sipping herbal green tea and smiling vacantly. He speaks about racial incidents that occurred during his life and basketball career, and how he sees a. Kareem abdul jabbar was married to habiba abdul jabbar, born janice brown, and they have three children. Abduljabbar won two image awards in 20 for his childrens book, what color is my world. On the shoulder of giants book signed by kareem abdul jabbar. Chris is a good, quiet kid who likes to keep his head down. Kareem abduljabbar became the greatest scorer in the history of professional basketball by perfecting a game based on finesse, agility and phenomenal shotmaking technique rather than brute force or physical bulk. Mar 26, 2012 written for children of middleschool age, the book highlights littleknown achievements by africanamerican innovators, while continuing abduljabbars interest in a version of u. Mycroft by kareem abduljabbar and josh cassara sep 19, 2017. In the words of the author, the book is for anyone who ever feels. Offering profiles with fast facts and framed by a funny contemporary story featuring two feisty twins, here is a tribute to black inventors whose ingenuity and perseverance against great odds made our world safer, better, and brighter. Abdul jabbar gave the game the skyhook, considered basketball s most.
Nba legend kareem abduljabbar on new book, writings on the. Kareem abduljabbar on his new book, activist athletes and what. Kareem abduljabbar is an american former professional basketball player who played 20. Kareem abduljabbar books list of books by author kareem abdul. The washington post kareem abduljabbar, basketball legend and the nbas. Former nba basketball star abduljabbar kareem, 1990 contends that the accomplishments of africanamericans havefor the most partdeliberately been written out of the history books. Kareem abduljabbar biography facts, childhood, family. Abduljabbar gave the game the skyhook, considered basketballs most. Nba great kareem abduljabbars book tells kids about the. He is one of a handful of influential and respected black men in america who has a national platform as a regular contributing columnist for newspapers and magazines around the world, such as the guardian and the hollywood reporter where he shares his thoughts on some of the most. Kareem abduljabbar is a huge holmesian72, nbas alltime leading scorer, sixtime mvp, basketball hall of fame inductee, and recipient of the presidential medal of freedom as well as a new york times bestselling author, and a regular contributor to. Kareem abdul jabbar is recognized by sports illustrated and time magazine as history s greatest basketball player he is the nba s alltime leading scorer. Award winning books books by kareem abdul jabbar view official kareem abdul jabbar store buy the book buy the book buy the comics buy the book buy the book buy the. Abdul jabbar s latest writing project is sasquatch in the paint, a children s book about a nerdy eighthgrader who grows so tall that a basketball coach is determined to turn him into a player.
In this interview, kareem abduljabbar discusses his new bestseller, becoming. Although she says theyve remained great friends, their relationship ended after kareem converted to islam and pressured her to change her life, her attire, and to wear hijabs, while covering herself from head to toe. Abduljabbar spoke out years after pam grier exposed him for. But whats even more entertaining is watching the holmes brothers try to outdo each other with their deductive reasoning. Reflections from inside, he remains a devout muslim and an. The sixtime champion and the nbas alltime leading scorer over his. Since his retirement 18 years ago, hes become a fine historian and narrative writer, delivering valuable works on subjects ranging from overlooked africanamerican world war ii. It is 1872, and a series of gruesome murders is the talk of london. Kareem abduljabbar has scored another slamdunk holmesian hit. Kareem abduljabbar nominated for outstanding childrens literature. An evening with kareem abduljabbar kareem abduljabbar.
Did you know that james west invented the microphone in your cell phone. I dont know enough to comment on the contribution of each author but if the 7ft 2 68 year old record scoring basketball player is the main writer then hats off to the guy hes done a pretty good job. Kareem abduljabbar born ferdinand lewis alcindor, jr. He is one of the most respected and influential black men who use their platform to share their thoughts on the politically controversial and socially relevant topics about the united states.
Mycroft by kareem abdul jabbar and josh cassara sep 19, 2017. Abduljabbar werd geboren als ferdinand lewis alcindor gewoonlijk bekend als lew alcindor en was een center met een lengte van 2 meter 18. Go through obstacles with theo and discover who you are and what youre good at. Offering profiles with fast facts and framed by a funny contemporary story featuring two feisty twins, here is a tribute to black inventors whose ingenuity and. Kareem abduljabbar has 36 books on goodreads with 34927 ratings. Okay, for you well call it powerstretching or ultimate breathing or. The lost history of africanamerican inventors, taught kids about the many black inventors and. Since his retirement as a player in the nba, kareem has. This wonderful picture book tells the simple story of a boy and his dad listening to that game on the radio in their kitchen and realizing that they were listening to history being made. He is the nba s alltime leading scorer, with 38,387 points. Mycroft holmes is still a civil servant working for the british government. A spirited account of the storied allblack tank battalion, one of the most highly decorated units in wwii.
The atmosphere rises off the pages in kareem abdul jabbar and anna waterhouse s sequel to their hugely entertaining mycroft holmes. The new novel by nba allstar kareem abduljabbar, starring brothers mycroft and sherlock holmes. Abduljabbar and obstfeld sasquatch in the paint, 20 team up for another exploration of the intersection of sports and life conduct. Since retiring, he has been an actor, a basketball coach and the author of eleven books, many of them new york times best sellers, including what color is my world.
The basketball legend is a good parent as he never foisted his aspirations on his children. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. What color is my world the lost history of africanamerican. May 04, 2004 a spirited account of the storied allblack tank battalion, one of the most highly decorated units in wwii. Kareem abduljabbars most popular book is mycroft holmes.
A distant relative of queen victoria was killed by a serial killer nickname fire four eleven. He wrote the childrens book what color is my world. Abduljabbar spoke out years after pam grier exposed him. James lovegrove, new york times bestseller the smoke of the london underground, the funk of the devils acre, the vapors of opium. Written for children of middleschool age, the book highlights littleknown achievements by africanamerican innovators, while continuing abduljabbars interest in. She exposed the ways hed humiliated her, as a result of his muslim beliefs and what ultimately broke them up. Kareem abduljabbar promotes new childrens book, sasquatch. He has another son, adam, with his exgirlfriend cheryl pistono. Kareem abduljabbar was married to habiba abduljabbar, born janice brown, and they have three children.
Lined gift notebook with unique touch journal lined premium 120 pages sports quotes. In a blunt autobiography kareem abduljabbar gets open off. Jul 26, 2018 in her book, pam confirmed that she and kareem were in a serious relationship for years in their 20s. Kareem reopens the door to history and captures the essence, energy, creativity, and spirit of the harlem renaissance and the influential artists and players who defined that era. The lost history of africanamerican inventors by kareem abduljabbar and raymond obstfeld. So this is all about the young mycroft holmes, written by kareem abdul jabbar and anna waterhouse. Abduljabbar met habiba abduljabbar born janice brown at a lakers game during his senior year at ucla. Kareem abdul jabbar is a sixtime nba champion, alltime leading scorer turned author that writes historical mystery.
Legendary six time nba most valued player and famous 19 time nba all star, iconic basketball mozart and great. The book sasquatch in the paint by kareem abdul jabbar and raymond obstfeld is a great book for someone who needs some motivation. The atmosphere rises off the pages in kareem abduljabbar and anna waterhouses sequel to their hugely entertaining mycroft holmes. Award winning books books by kareem abdul jabbar view official kareem abdul jabbar store buy the book buy the book buy the comics buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book buy the book. Kareem abdul jabbar has scored another slamdunk holmesian hit. Jun 27, 2016 kareem abduljabbar is the nbas alltime leading scorer and a basketball hall of fame inductee. Still, if the machinery of thought made much noise, chris would be a oneman band. Ilosm fam, a few years ago we shared with you all excerpts from actress, pam griers, 2010 autobiography, foxy. Giant steps biography, kareem last year in nba, what color is my world childrens, profiles in black courage. Theo is part of a basketball team and he keeps trying until he reaches the point where he thinks and knows that he is ready.
He has tackled the nba, acted on both the big and small screen, been a basketball coach, became a bestselling author, served as a cultural ambassador for. In his 2017 book coach wooden and me, abduljabbar relates an incident where donahue called him a nigger. Its a great continuation of the series and its nice to see their young sherlock get a bit of a bigger role this time around whereas book one primarily focused on mycroft. Kareem abdul jabbar retired from basketball in 1989. Kareem abduljabbar knows basketball, but does he know story telling. Apr 15, 2019 cnn library here is a look at the life of philanthropist, bestselling author and nba hall of fame center kareem abdul jabbar. The first memoir for young readers by sports legend kareem abduljabbar.
In streetball crew book 2, stealing the game, abduljabbar, with some help from coauthor raymond obstfeld, tells a fun story for teens. Children kareem abduljabbars family comprises of his five children. Kareem abduljabbar is the nbas alltime leading scorer with 38,387 points and a basketball hall of fame inductee. I spoke with abduljabbar about his new book and about the challenges he faced growing up.
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