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"Bad News": The Turbulent Life of Marvin Barnes, Pro Basketball's Original Renegade Paperback October 2, 2018
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Intriguing Biography
Delve into the compelling life of Marvin Barnes, exploring his rise and fall in the basketball world, offering readers an insider's look at the NBA's gritty past.
Candid Insights
Gain unique perspectives on Barnes' challenges and triumphs both on and off the court, illustrating the struggles athletes face beyond their sports careers.
Cultural Context
Understand the societal and cultural shifts during Barnes’ career, providing a backdrop that enriches the narrative and captivates sports enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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- Tells the story of Marvin Bad News” Barnes, a talented basketball player whose career fizzled due to immaturity, drugs, and alcohol
- Details his successful years in the American Basketball Association and his struggles in the NBA
- Written by Mike Carey, who housed Barnes and witnessed his self-destructive nature
- Highlights Barnes' life on the mean streets of East San Diego as a panhandler and pimp
- Includes stories and quotes from basketball legends such as Julius Erving and Bill Walton
- Foreword by former Spirits announcer Bob Costas
| Publisher | Sports Publishing |
| Publication date | October 2, 2018 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 264 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9781683582670 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1683582670 |
| Item Weight | 11.2 ounces (317.52 grams) |
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.7 x 9 inches (15.2 x 1.8 x 22.9 cm) |
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Basketball Enthusiasts
Fans of basketball will appreciate the insight into the life of a unique player in the sport's history.
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Biographical Readers
Individuals who enjoy biographies will find Marvin Barnes' story compelling and rich with social and cultural contexts.
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Sports History Buffs
Those interested in the evolution of sports will benefit from understanding the dynamics and challenges faced by Barnes.
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Casual Readers
Readers looking for light or non-sports-related content may find this book too focused on basketball and its culture.
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"Bad News": The Turbulent Life of Marvin Barnes, Pro Basketball's Original Renegade Paperback October 2, 2018
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Drug Dependency Editorial Review
This is a book review of "Bad News," a story about one of the NBA's original and most controversial basketball players, Marvin Barnes. Barnes was known for his troubled personal life, drug addiction, and erratic behavior both on and off the court. Mike Carey, a former NBA reporter, tells Barnes' story with dramatic flair and recounts his rise from a dysfunctional family to a basketball powerhouse in college and then the ABA, where he succumbed to the drug culture. Barnes eventually made it to the NBA, but his addiction to drugs destroyed his opportunities to continue playing. The book reads quickly, and though it is a tragic story, it is an instructive one. This biography is an excellent read for anyone interested in learning about the life of a talented but troubled individual.
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Pros
- A well-written story that is an excellent read for fans of 70s basketball and the ABA.
- Provides a powerful illustration of the destructive effects of drug addiction.
- Composed in a comfortable style that is easy to read.
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- Some reviewers find the book to be self-publishy.
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- Marvin Barnes was a highly talented basketball player
- He had a successful career in the American Basketball Association
- His career declined due to immaturity and substance abuse
- He eventually lived on the streets and served time in prison
- The book features stories and quotes from basketball legends
- It is a story of a wasted talent and inner demons
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