Book kareem abduljabbar for speaking, events and appearances. During a break in the national semifinal between duke and michigan state, the jumbotron at indianapoliss lucas oil stadium displays a slide show of final four memories, and one image catches him by. In this article, we will learn about kareem abduljabbar in his own words by reading through his book. Kareem abduljabbar in a typical history book, black. Growing up on and off the court most of us know the name, the legend kareem abduljabbar. Kareem abduljabbar talks about the black heroes of the. Kareem abduljabbar books list of books by author kareem. I know in my history books there was no mention of black participation in the revolutionary war.
Kareem abduljabbar is an nba hall of famer and contributing editor at the hollywood reporter. He was known as lew alcindor until his 1973 name change. Kareem abduljabbar on race relations in america history is very crucial because, as george santayana said, those who do not understand history are condemned to repeat it. The lost history of africanamerican inventors highlights unsung heroes who shared a desire to improve peoples lives.
His latest book for young people, also cowritten with obstfeld, is what color is my world the lost history of africanamerican inventors. My journey through the harlem renaissance, coauthored. Ford, introduces young readers to impactful black inventors and innovators, like. His books for adults include giant steps, kareem, black profiles in courage, a season on the reservation, brothers in arms, and on the shoulders of giants.
Since his retirement 18 years ago, hes become a fine historian and narrative writer, delivering valuable works on subjects ranging from overlooked africanamerican world war ii. One of those who helped mold him into the man he is today is ucla coaching icon john wooden. Kareem abduljabbar has been appearing on various radio stations and tv shows, as well as the most relevant websites talking about his life and his new audio book, on the shoulders of giants. Later this summer, abduljabbar will publish his tenth book, writings on the wall. Nba legend kareem abduljabbar is an executive producer of the new history channel documentary black patriots. L ike all people my age i find the passage of time so startling, kareem abduljabbar says with a quiet smile. Kareem abduljabbar haunts the ncaa final four once more, his body folded into a mezzanine skybox, a ucla cap pulled low over a very high brow.
His work in basketball is just as impressive as his work with racial discrimination and religion. Heroes of the revolution history channel, streaming on demand free at play. He is one of the most respected and influential black men who use their platform to share their thoughts on the politically controversial and socially relevant topics about the united states. Abduljabbar also spoke about a new book called brothers in arms about the 761st allblack tank battalion in world war ii. The lost history of african american inventors by kareem abduljabbar and raymond obstfeld 20.
Kareem abduljabbar examines the lives of heroic africanamericans and offers their stories as inspiring examples for people who too rarely encounter positive role models in. Nba legend kareem abduljabbar on new book, writings on. He has written seven books, including the bestselling on the shoulders of giants. The lost history of africanamerican inventors abduljabbar, kareem. What color is my world the lost history of africanamerican.
Kareem abduljabbar on the importance of black history today. Author interview kareem abduljabbar, author of on the. The author of several new york times bestsellers, kareems previous books include giant steps, kareem, black profiles in courage, a season on the reservation, and brothers in arms. Kareem abduljabbar and deborah morales serve as executive producers for iconomy multimedia and entertainment. This fiction story relates the celebration of a family as they move into a family home. Kareem abduljabbar details passing on 1968 olympics in new book. Basketball legend, bestselling author and history buff kareem abduljabbar teamed up with the history channel to create black patriots.
Abduljabbar is a six time nba champion and league most valuable player. Kareem abduljabbar is a sixtime nba champion, alltime leading scorer turned author that writes historical mystery. Kareem abduljabbar introduces black history kareem. He is the author of the new book, writings on the wall. The 70yearold remains the highest pointsscorer in the history of the nba and.
Kareem abduljabbar producing revolutionary war doc at. Black patriots is produced for history by the six west media group. Kareem abduljabbar travels from court to classroom to highlight. Kareem abduljabbar was born ferdinand lewis alcindor, jr. Kareem abduljabbar, basketball legend and the nbas alltim. How to watch black patriots on the history channel posted feb 19, 2020 kareem abduljabbar listens to a question from tim terrentine, left, in miller auditorium at western michigan. Decidedly larger than his peers from an early age, he grew to seven feet, oneandthreequarter inches tall, and. Kareem abduljabbar became the greatest scorer in the history of professional basketball by perfecting a game based on finesse, agility and phenomenal shotmaking technique rather than brute force or physical bulk. The onehour documentary from executive producer and nba legend kareem abduljabbar, black patriots. Nba legend and activist kareem abduljabbar is teaming up with history on a documentary on the african american experience during the revolutionary war. Kareem abduljabbar details passing on 1968 olympics in. Raymond obstfeld is the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction and is a professor of creative writing. Kareem abduljabbars new york times bestseller introduces young. Kareem abduljabbar, is a basketball legend, us cultural ambassador, and bestselling author.
Kareem abduljabbar is the nbas alltime leading scorer with 38,387 points and a basketball hall of fame inductee. Kareem abdul jabbar talks about his new book black. His heroic fights will be admired for ages to come. An inspiring book that broadens the definition of inventor and shines a light on many. Thats why i take this opportunity to use my blog to promote some of the most notable and influential africanamericans in american history. Black profiles in courage hardcover book signed by. All info ed and owned by kareem abduljabbar is not replicated without. Kareem abduljabbar, also called until 1971 lew alcindor, byname of ferdinand lewis alcindor, jr. To mark his debut novel, mycroft holmes, he sat down with us to share his favorite books. Kareem abduljabbar is recognized by sports illustrated and time magazine as historys greatest basketball player he is the nbas alltime leading scorer. In a typical history book, black americans are mentioned in the context of slavery or civil rights. The lost history of africanamerican inventors by kareem abduljabbar.
Kareem abduljabbar is a thr contributor and nba hall of famer. Black patriots were heroes of the revolution but not. We know his legacy in basketball and all he has done for his african american and islamic communities and his country. The history buff is executive producer and host of the 42minute documentary black patriots. Why did you feel it was so important to tell these stories you were not seeing in history books. Since his retirement as a player in the nba, kareem has. Reflections from inside, he remains a devout muslim and an active, articulate spokesperson for africanamericans alan steinberg is the author of numerous books, including the new york times bestseller behind the mask and black profiles in courage with kareem abduljabbar. Kareem abduljabbar, basketball legend and the nbas alltime leading scorer, champions a lineup of littleknown africanamerican inventors in this lively, kidfriendly book. Kareem abduljabbar calls into the tom joyner morning show to discuss his latest book coach wooden and me which details 04.
Since retiring, abduljabbar has been an actor, basketball coach, and a new york times bestselling author. Heroes of the revolution, premieres wednesday, february 19 at 109c. Kareem abduljabbar retired from basketball in 1989. Black patriots were heroes of the revolution but not the history books basketball legend kareem abduljabbar is the executive producer of a new documentary focusing on the lives of black. Wooden, who coached ucla mens basketball for 29 years, winning a record 7 ncaa titles in a row, was a mentor for his studentathletes and jabbar says that hes using his life lessons even now. How to watch black patriots on the history channel. Alcindor dominated the new york city high school basketball scene. Kareem abduljabbar is a very influential person in our society. Twin text for celebration of achievement nonfiction text set. Kareem abduljabbar stats when abduljabbar retired in 1989, he was the nbas alltime leading scorer, with 38,387 points, and became the first nba player to play for 20 seasons. Steve ascher, kristy sabat, jessica conway, and stephen mintz are executive producers for the six west media group.
The nbas alltime leading scorer, kareem abduljabbar is also a devoted book lover. Like the authors unstoppable skyhook, this timely book is a clear score. Abduljabbars new york times bestseller, coauthored with raymond obstfeld and illustrated by ben boos and a. What color is my world the lost history of african. Kareem abduljabbar on black patriots documentary youtube. Kareem abduljabbar on his love of history, youth sports. Kareem abduljabbar is an nba legend, but he achieved his legendary status with some help. The documentary highlights african americans who stood up to british rule and helped establish the united states of america. Offering profiles with fast facts and framed by a funny contemporary story featuring two feisty twins, here is a tribute to black inventors whose ingenuity and.