Bøger af Chris Paul

By the NBA superstar: A powerful and unexpected memoir of family, faith, tragedy, and life's most important lessons.The day after future NBA superstar Chris Paul signed his letter of intent to play college basketball for Wake Forest, he received a world-shattering phone call. His grandfather, Nathaniel "Papa" Jones, a pillar of the Winston-Salem community where he owned and operated the first Black-owned service station in North Carolina, was mugged and ultimately died from a heart attack resulting from the assault. His funeral filled the largest church in the county, which held over one thousand people. He was sixty-one years old.The day after burying his grandfather, Chris was coping the best way he knew how: by playing basketball for his high school team. After pouring in shot after shot, his last attempt was an airball purposely flung out of bounds from the foul line before Chris exited the game. The next day, local news headlines declared that he fell six points shy of the statewide single game high school scoring record. But he accomplished exactly what he set out to do: scoring sixty-one points, one for each year of life lived by his grandfather.In Sixty-One, Chris opens up about life beyond basketball and the role his grandfather played in molding him into the man and father he is today. He'll speak about the foundation of faith and family he built his life upon, what it means to be a positive light within your community and beyond, and the importance of setting the proper example for future generations. Most importantly, Chris will talk about his home, Winston-Salem, and the close-knit family and village that raised him to become one of the most respected leaders in all of sports.

Instant New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller! A powerful and unexpected memoir of family, faith, tragedy, and life's most important lessons.The day after future NBA superstar Chris Paul signed his letter of intent to play college basketball for Wake Forest, he received an earth-shattering phone call. His grandfather, Nathaniel "Papa" Jones, a pillar of the Winston-Salem community where he operated the first Black-owned service station in North Carolina, was robbed, beaten, and ultimately died as a result of the assault. He was sixty-one years old.The day after burying his grandfather, Paul coped the best way he knew how: by playing basketball. Making shot after shot, he approached the state high school scoring record, which was held by the legendary Michael Jordan. But his last attempt was an airball, purposely missed from the foul line before Paul exited the game. He accomplished exactly what he set out to do--honor his grandfather--and he did it by scoring sixty-one points.In Sixty-One, Paul opens up about life beyond basketball and the role his grandfather and family played in molding him into the man and father he is today. He reveals the foundation of faith and family he built his life upon, what it means to be a positive light within your community and beyond, and the importance of setting an example for future generations. And he discusses important issues, which include race, law enforcement, education, economic opportunity, and other subjects as they have affected him, his family, the Black community, and America.Powerful, honest, and intimate, Sixty-One is a revealing book by one of the most influential athletes of our time.

The chinchilla handbook is a comprehensive guide for anyone who wishes to provide the best care for their pet chinchilla. This handbook covers a wide range of topics including chinchilla diet, housing, health, grooming, socialization, exercise, reproduction, behavior, common illnesses, and environmental enrichment. It is a valuable resource for both new and experienced chinchilla owners, providing practical advice and tips for ensuring the health and happiness of your furry friend. The handbook includes detailed information on the different types of chinchilla, their unique needs, and how to create a safe and stimulating environment for them to thrive in. With the information in this handbook, you can feel confident in your ability to care for your chinchilla and provide them with the best life possible.This book covers: - Handling and interaction- Training- Cage setup- Chewing behavior- Nutritional needs- Dental care- Creating a stimulating environment- Selecting a healthy chinchilla- Understanding chinchilla behavior- Life span and aging issues.The Chinchilla Handbook is the ultimate guide to caring for chinchillas. This comprehensive book covers a range of topics, from selecting and preparing for a chinchilla, to providing the best possible nutrition, healthcare, and environment to ensure their wellbeing and happiness. With step-by-step guides to housing, grooming, socialization, behavior and exercise, reproduction and common illnesses, this handbook is an indispensable resource for chinchilla owners and those wishing to become one. Packed with stunning photographs, practical tips, and helpful advice from experienced chinchilla owners, this guide is perfect for anyone looking to provide the best care for their furry friend. Whether you are a seasoned chinchilla enthusiast or a novice owner, The Chinchilla Handbook is the perfect guide to help you enjoy your pet to the fullest.

From NBA All-Star Chris Paul comes an inspirational and uplifting picture book about chasing your basketball dreams and the lessons he learned both on and off the court from his beloved grandfather Papa Chilly.Growing up, young Chris Paul dreamed of playing professional basketball. But he knew it would take more than dedication and practice, so Chris looked to his grandfather Papa Chilly as a shining example of the values he could apply both in basketball and in life. Papa taught him about respect, faith, kindness, generosity, and the determination to succeed, just as Papa had succeeded as the first Black business owner of a service station in North Carolina. Serving as a beacon of inspiration for Chris, Papa Chilly and his lessons propelled Chris to become the star NBA player-and person-he is today.