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A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers

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A celebration of the iconic shoes and superstars who have defined the sport for decades, A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers tells the story of hoops as only shoes can. The ultimate book for both hoops fans and sneaker obsessives, A History of Basketball in Fifteen Sneakers is an exciting and fascinating look at the sport written with authority and experience by former Complex and SLAM magazine editor Russ Bengtson. From primeval Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars to baroque Reebok Pumps and myth-making Air Jordans to super- high-tech Nike Adapt BBs, each chapter breaks down how a specific sneaker defined an era of basketball, transformed the culture, or changed the game. With full-color sneaker photographs and detailed illustrations throughout, the book is a kaleidoscopic celebration of the players, styles, and iconic moments that have shaped hoops both on and off the court. Topics include: Walt Frazier's PUMA Clydes and the New York City street game; Michael Jordan's first signature Air Jordan and the birth of the modern global basketball superstar; Nike Air Swoopes and the evolution of the women’s game; sneaker tech and the rise of retro; and much more. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Workman Publishing Company (October 10, 2023)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1523510285


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 83


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.48 x 0.79 x 10.24 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #84,947 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #9 in Sports Photography #71 in Fashion History #78 in Sports History (Books)


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  • a history with shoes
Given as a gift to big basketball fan, and former player. He loves the book.
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025 by W. Menard

  • Big Fan
Is a lightweight sneakerhead and the son of a basketball coach and also a coach of the great sport of basketball. I found this book. A good read the way each shoe is listed and written about brings back a lot of nostalgia and excitement. And it's also something I can share with my son who is now almost 33 years old and loves the game of basketball, music and sneakers. This book brings it all together for us. Great opportunity for father and son moments sitting down looking through the pages and talking about each shoe ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2024 by BigEl

  • Sneaker head and basketball lovers dream
My son can’t wait to dive into this book, it combines two of his favorite things. He already flipped through it and is excited start reading it.
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024 by KKD5533

  • Great book for Basketball and Sneaker Fans!
I gave this book to my brother for a birthday gift. He is a life long basketball fan and former player. I thought he already had every book written on this sport until I found this one. He loved it! The pictures and stories are very well done. A wonderful gift!
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024 by Ruth C. Bresson

  • Great Book Even for the Non-Sneakerhead
I’m at an age where sneakers allow me to reminisce as I’ve had the earlier sneaks and remember the excitement of buying each pair. To date myself, when I was a kid, my mom would give me $20 to get a new pair of Chuck Taylor’s. I got to pick the color and spend the change on candy. How times have changed! Great color pics and excellent writing. For me, this goes beyond a history of sneakers (gym shoes where I grew up). This is a chronicle of my early years told through the evolution of the shoes. Highly recommended! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023 by Bob Anthony

  • A Gift
He liked it. However my Grandson likes anything basketball and sneakers.
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2024 by Dot T

  • Awesome!
In a word, "awesome!" This is a must read. The essential book on basketball history seen through the lens of the kicks they wore on their feet. It's the true story from the ground up, literally! And Russ is the perfect guy to tell it!
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024 by Seth Harwood

  • Just amazing.
Amazon gave me impossibly fast service. The company representative was perfect.
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2024 by Kim M. Dalhaimer

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