*"Rivaling the nonfiction works of Steve Sheinkin and Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat....Even readers who don't appreciate sports will find this story a page-turner." --School Library Connection, starred review *"A must for all library collections." --Booklist, starred review Winner of the 2020 AJL Sidney Taylor Honor! From the New York Times bestselling author of Strong Inside comes the remarkable true story of the birth of Olympic basketball at the 1936 Summer Games in Hitler's Germany. Perfect for fans of The Boys in the Boat and Unbroken.
Andrew Maraniss studied history at Vanderbilt University and as a recipient of the Fred Russell-Grantland Rice sportswriting scholarship, earned the school's Alexander Award for excellence in journalism. He then worked for five years in Vanderbilt's athletic department as the associate director of media relations, dealing primarily with the men's basketball team. The son of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and best-selling author David Maraniss and trailblazing environmentalist Linda Maraniss, Andrew was born in Madison, Wisconsin, grew up in Washington, D.C. and Austin, Texas and now lives in Brentwood, Tennessee, with his wife Alison, and their two young children. His first book for adults, Strong Inside- Perry Wallace and the Collision of Race and Sports in the South, was a New York Times nonfiction bestseller.
More Praise for Games of Deception:
"Maraniss’s well-researched book includes many period photographs
that enhance the narrative. VERDICT This book is a smart
read-alike for fans of Daniel James Brown’s The Boys in the Boat or
its young adult adaptation. It would also add to any student’s
study of the origins of World War II and the eventual involvement
of the United States." --School Library Journal
"History and sports fans will find common ground here, as Maraniss’
passionate narrative, a gallery of period photos and realia, sports
charts, bibliography, and a planned index in the bound book
draw readers into the inevitable debate: should we have gone?"
--The Bulletin ofthe Center for Children's Books
"Andrew Maraniss has developed a knack for topics that explore the
intersection of sports and politics....This book will appeal to
readers of all ages who want to know about the seamy side of the
Olympics."--Chapter 16
"Maraniss is an effective storyteller who skillfully paints a
picture of the past." --BookPage
Praise for Strong Inside:
*"This moving biography is thought-provoking, riveting and
heart-wrenching, though it remains hopeful as it takes readers into
the midst of the basketball and civil rights action."--Booklist,
starred review
"Even if you're not a history buff, this important story is worth
your time."--Sports Illustrated Kids
"A must purchase for any middle school or high school
library."--Miss Yingling Reads
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