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Book:Name: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf - In the Blink of an Eye (retail) (epub)
Format: epub
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Description:Title: In the Blink of an Eye
Author: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
Language: English
Year: 2022
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Publisher: Kaepernick Publishing, Produced by Melcher Media
ISBN: 978-1595911209
Total pages: N/A
Download from RapidGatorIn an autobiography marked by staggering vulnerability, former NBA star Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf-whose given name was Chris Jackson before converting to Islam and changing it in 1991-recounts the twists, turns, trials, and triumphs of his life. He is perhaps most well-known for being exiled from the league for praying-instead of standing and saluting the flag - during the playing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" before games throughout the 1995-96 season. Abdul-Rauf's protest sent shockwaves through the NBA that can still be felt today. With wit and candor, Abdul-Rauf tells the story of how he rose to the top of his game-only to have his career taken away in the blink of an eye when he stood up for his principles. He also recounts his experiences living with Tourette Syndrome, committing his life to the Islamic faith, and growing up estranged from his father.
In the Blink of an Eye challenges readers to examine our own lives by...
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