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Sole Provider: Thirty Years of Nike Basketball,Used
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Designed with Nike's trademark visually gripping graphics, Sole Provider: Thirty Years of NIKE Basketball is a collection of Nike hoop shoes and the subculture that surrounds them. Text by Slam magazine editoratlarge Robert 'Scoop' Jackson, Sole Provider gives the inside story of NIKE Basketball from its inception in 1972 to its incredible success as the basketball brand with over 60% market share.Featuring anecdotal facts and figures, inside interviews with NBA players, Nike footwear designers, musicians, and other popculture notables, Sole Provider showcases the historical context of the game with exclusive images from Nike's archives: posters, print advertisements, commercial stills, behindthescenes footage, NBA photos, and neverbeforepublished images. Features spreads that illustrate the development of the most pivotal shoes during this period, as well as interviews with designers and drawings of their prototypes; Features the key shoes and the players associated with them including: The Blazer (George 'Iceman' Gervin), The Bruin (Moses Malone), The Air Force I (Michael Ray Richardson), The Air Jordan (Michael Jordan), The Alpha Force (Charles Barkley), and many more. Features neverbeforepublished images as well as insights from the Nike archives of iconic NBA players including Moses Malone, Patrick Ewing, Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, and Jason Kidd, among others. Features still from famous advertising campaigns by Wieden & Kennedy featuring Nike alumni including Spike Lee, Bugs Bunny, Steve Martin, Godzilla, and Lil' Penny, among others. Index pages provide an ataglance look at all the shoes produced. Features a chronological history of the Nike and NBA partnership over three decades. Features the WNBA (Women's National Basketball Association.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Sole Provider: Thirty Years of Nike Basketball'? A: 'Sole Provider: Thirty Years of Nike Basketball' focuses on the history and impact of Nike basketball shoes and the culture surrounding them, detailing key designs, players, and marketing campaigns.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Robert 'Scoop' Jackson, who is also an editor-at-large for Slam magazine.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Sole Provider: Thirty Years of Nike Basketball'? A: The book contains 244 pages, offering a comprehensive look into Nike basketball history.
- Q: When was 'Sole Provider: Thirty Years of Nike Basketball' published? A: The book was published on November 1, 2002.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of use but is still intact and readable.
- Q: Does the book include any images or illustrations? A: Yes, the book features exclusive images from Nike's archives, including posters, advertisements, and photos of iconic NBA players.
- Q: What notable players and shoes are covered in the book? A: The book highlights key shoes and players such as The Air Jordan (Michael Jordan), The Air Force I (Michael Ray Richardson), and many others.
- Q: Is there any information about the WNBA included in the book? A: Yes, the book also features content related to the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'Sole Provider: Thirty Years of Nike Basketball'.