West by West : my charmed, tormented life /

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by West, Jerry,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Coleman, Jonathan. Published by : Little, Brown and Co., (New York :) Physical details: xiv, 448 p. (large print), [32] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Basketball players | Basketball coaches | Basketball managers Year : 2011 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Climbing up from the abyss -- Venturing forth -- Willie, Ann, and the clamor for "heroes" -- Drawing the curtain -- What a time it was -- Kobe, Shaquille, and the summer of 1996 -- Wilt and my urge to disappear -- The dark spot in the wood -- Rebirth and the difficulty of becoming Elvis -- The ride to Rancho Santa Fe, 11/17/08 -- Self-recrimination -- Dream game -- Seeking David.

Basketball great Jerry West tells his story-- from his tough childhood in West Virginia, to his unbelievable college success at West Virginia University, his 40-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, and his relationships with NBA legends.