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Forty Million Dollar Slaves: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Black Athlete

Renowned "New York Times" columnist Rhoden deconstructs the black athlete in this explosive and absorbing discussion of race, politics, and the history of ... Show synopsis

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Reviews of Forty Million Dollar Slaves: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of the Black Athlete Alibris Community (Beta)

Overall customer rating: 3.875
G_Vannessagrace
goodreads rating by Vannessagrace on Nov 18, 2009

I spent a lot of time trying to figure out how to write a review befitting this book and came up with nothing. For me, the best way for this book to be reviewed is quotes taken directly from the book. Forty Million Dollar Slaves is an important read if we want to understand the black athlete. ... More

G_Tippy
goodreads rating by Tippy on Nov 14, 2009

The story of Michael Jordan being shut out from ownership after coming out of retirement for the wizards was something I was completely unfamiliar with and I found it appalling. Also, this book offered an interesting perspective on the famous Jackie Robinson story and his role in baseball history. ... More

G_Michael
goodreads rating by Michael on Jul 14, 2009

Excellent book. Describes the struggles, triumphs and obstacles of the black athlete in America. . More

G_Steven
goodreads rating by Steven on May 24, 2009

Rhoden can be strident at times in demanding political action of athletes, but this is a type of engaged and intelligent sports journalism that sadly is rare and regularly marginalized. More

G_Ona
goodreads rating by Ona on Mar 13, 2009

Great premise, but limited analysis. Would love to see a really great social historian write a book on the same subject. More

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