Description
1996 edition. Dust jacket has some wear, wrinkles and small tears along the sides. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Glossy pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This compelling biography by Vera Thompson Treadway offers a captivating glimpse into the life and legacy of Coach Don Gibson, a pioneering figure in the world of college basketball. Published in 1996, “One of a Kind” chronicles Gibson’s remarkable journey from his humble beginnings in rural Mississippi to his transformative tenure as the head coach of the Mississippi State University basketball team during the tumultuous era of desegregation in the Deep South.
Through meticulous research and insightful storytelling, Treadway paints a vivid portrait of Gibson’s unwavering determination and principled stance against racial injustice. His decision to defy an unwritten law and secretly recruit African American players to the team in the 1960s was a watershed moment that challenged the status quo and paved the way for greater inclusivity in college sports.
This well-preserved copy, with its glossy pages and secure binding, invites readers to immerse themselves in a pivotal chapter of American history, where the court became a battleground for social change. Collectors and sports enthusiasts alike will appreciate the opportunity to own a piece of this remarkable story, a testament to the power of courage and conviction in the face of adversity.
