West by West
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4.3 • 16 Ratings
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- $19.99
Publisher Description
One of the greatest basketball players of all time finally tells—with relentless honesty—the incredible story of his life. He is one of basketball's towering figures: "Mr. Clutch," who mesmerized his opponents and fans. The coach who began the Lakers' resurgence in the 1970s. The general manager who helped bring "Showtime" to Los Angeles, creating a championship-winning force that continues to this day.
Now, for the first time, the legendary 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 like Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal, and Kobe Bryant. Unsparing in its self-assessment and honesty, West by West is far more than a sports memoir: it is a profound confession and a magnificent inspiration.
Customer Reviews
I’m from Chelyan too!
Being from WV, Chelyan in particular, I loved this book! I’m also a basketball lover and former player who started playing in the mid 80s as a kid. His story-telling brought to life the legendary Era of basketball (for me at least) and his description of WV and the culture is spot on. I don’t live there anymore and I have the same feeling about WV as he does. Great book! Jerry is self-aware and humble and is a great hero to my state, High School and community. God Bless Jerry West!