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Basketball (and Other Things)

A Collection of Questions Asked, Answered, Illustrated
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Basketball (and Other Things) by Shea Serrano is a vibrant and humorous exploration of basketball's intricate world, blending pop culture with sports analysis. Through a series of entertaining questions and imaginative scenarios, it delves into the sport's players, moments, and cultural impact, offering a fresh take on basketball history. This book serves as both a tribute to basketball and a playful journey through fanatical curiosity.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of basketball culture and appreciate exploring humorous and insightful discussions on the sportโ€™s most debated topics. Shea Serranoโ€™s unique writing style, paired with vibrant illustrations, makes it an engaging read for anyone who loves basketball trivia and the nuances of the game.

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This keepsake hardcover edition of a #1 New York Times bestseller features the author's unconventional, hilarious and insightful writing about all things basketball.

A hardcover edition featuring new content for fans of the #1 New York Times bestseller

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Any fan of Shea Serrano's unconventional, hilarious, and insightful writing will want to add this hardcover edition of his wildly popular Basketball (and Other Things) to their collection.

The book will feature a new cover and two new chapters as well as removable art that showcases Serrano's trademark creativity and Arturo Torres's inimitable illustration style.

First released as a paperback in 2017, the book went on to become a #1 New York Times bestseller. This edition will be a keepsake for Serrano fans and basketball fans alike.

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Shea Serrano's Basketball (and Other Things) is praised for its humorous and enlightening exploration of basketball, delving into fan debates and answering quirky, thought-provoking questions. Reviewers commend the book's engaging style, combining clever writing with vibrant illustrations by Arturo Torres, which bring a playful touch to the playful, yet informed, conversations about the sport's culture and history. This work celebrates the fun and fanaticism of basketball, making it appealing to both die-hard fans and newcomers to the game.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419743191

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 April 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Image

Illustration: 75 colour illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Arturo Torres

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 196.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 770g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Shea Serrano is an award-winning writer, author, and illustrator. His first book, Bun Bโ€™s Rap Coloring and Activity Book, was widely praised. His second book, The Rap Year Book, reached the bestseller lists of the New York Times and Washington Post, and has been turned into an AMC documentary series. Currently, Serrano is a staff writer for The Ringer. His newest book is Movies (and Other Things).

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