{"title":"Dan Good","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling narratives crafted by Dan Good, a talented author celebrated for his insightful works in the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e genre. Dan Good's writing delves deep into the lives of fascinating individuals, offering readers an intimate glimpse into their triumphs and challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this category is \u003cem\u003ePlaying Through the Pain: Ken Caminiti and the Steroids Confession That Changed Baseball Forever\u003c\/em\u003e. In this riveting book, Dan Good explores the life of Ken Caminiti, a baseball player whose legendary prowess on the field was as impactful as his candid confession about steroid use, sparking widespread conversation and change within the sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith each page, Dan Good demonstrates his ability to intertwine meticulous research with engaging storytelling, making his books not only educational but also highly enjoyable. Perfect for those wanting to delve into the nuanced stories behind renowned figures, Dan Good's collection is a treasure trove for biography enthusiasts and sports fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"playing-through-the-pain-ken-caminiti-and-the-steroids-confession-that-changed-baseball-forever-by-dan-good-9781419753633","title":"Playing Through the Pain: Ken Caminiti and the Steroids Confession That Changed Baseball Forever","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003ePlaying Through the Pain: Ken Caminiti and the Steroids Confession That Changed Baseball Forever\u003c\/i\u003e, writer Dan Good seeks to make sense of MLB MVP Ken Caminiti's fascinating, troubled life. Good began researching Caminiti in 2012 and conducted his first interviews for this biography in 2013. Since then, he's interviewed nearly 400 people, providing him with an exclusive and exhaustive view into Caminiti's addictions, use of steroids, baseball successes, and inner turmoil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDecades later, the full truth about Major League Baseball's steroids era remains elusive, and the story of Caminiti, the player who opened the lid on performance-enhancing drugs in baseball, has never been properly told. A gritty third baseman known for his diving stops, cannon arm, and switch-hit power, Caminiti voluntarily admitted in a 2002 \u003ci\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e cover story that he used steroids during his career, including his 1996 MVP season, and guessed that half of the players were using performance-enhancing drugs. \"I've made a ton of mistakes,\" he said. \"I don't think using steroids is one of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood's on-the-record sources include Caminiti's steroids supplier, who has never come forward, discussing in detail his efforts to set up drug programs for Caminiti and dozens of other MLB players during the late 1990s; people who attended rehab with Caminiti and revealed the secret inner trauma that fueled his addictions; hundreds of Caminiti's baseball teammates and coaches, from Little League to the major leagues, who adored and respected him while struggling to understand how to help him amid a culture that cultivated substance abuse; childhood friends who were drawn to his daring personality, warmth, and athleticism; and the teenager at the centre of Caminiti's October 2004 trip to New York City during which he overdosed and died.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845526769900,"sku":"9781419753633","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13303863482693.jpg?v=1758884070"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/dan-good.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}