Description
John McPhee masterfully chronicles a single, pivotal tennis match between Arthur Ashe and Clark Graebner at the 1968 Forest Hills championships. More than just a play-by-play, the narrative intricately weaves together the players' backgrounds, their psychological states, and the broader social and political currents of the era. McPhee's signature journalistic style brings to life the intense pressure, strategic brilliance, and personal histories that converge on the court, offering a profound exploration of competition, identity, and the human spirit under duress.
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paperback
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Published Nov 1, 1979
152 pages
ISBN: 9780374515263
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First Published
1969
Language
eng
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