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West by West

My Charmed, Tormented Life

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West by West

By: Jerry West, Jonathan Coleman
Narrated by: Ryan West
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He is one of basketball's towering figures: "Mr. Clutch," who mesmerized his opponents and fans. The coach who began the Lakers' resurgence in the 1970s. The general manager who helped bring "Showtime" to Los Angeles, creating a championship-winning force that continues to this day.

Now, for the first time, the legendary Jerry West tells his story-from his tough childhood in West Virginia, to his unbelievable college success at West Virginia University, his 40-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, and his relationships with NBA legends like Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal, and Kobe Bryant. Unsparing in its self-assessment and honesty, West by West is far more than a sports memoir: it is a profound confession and a magnificent inspiration.

©2011 Jerry West, Jonathan Coleman (P)2011 Hachette Audio Basketball Sports West Virginia
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Incredible story and man. He felt deeply unpleasant at times but super self aware always. I enjoyed it.

Good if you into NBA history

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Extremely dull and boring. Even a professional narrator wouldn't help.
A real shame considering I have been a Lakers fan for over 30 years.

Extremely disappointing.

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