David Davis
Appearing Courtesy of Susan & John W. Madden, III
David Davis is the author/editor of six books, including "Waterman: The Life and Times of Duke Kahanamolu," "Showdown at Shepherd's Bush" and, most recently, "Wheels of Courage." Davis started his career as a journalist with the LA Weekly newspaper. His work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, Smithsonian Magazine and The Wall Street Journal. Davis was born and raised in New York City and now lives in Los Angeles.
Basketball: More Than A Game
From disabled World War II veterans looking to rise above their afflictions to today's Native Americans facing the obstacles of life on the reservation, basketball has proven to be more than a game.
Crowdcast (Seats 1000)
Wed, Feb 3, 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Multigenre
Panelists:
David Davis,
Michael Powell
Moderator: Michael Sokolove
Basketball: More Than A Game
From disabled World War II veterans looking to rise above their afflictions to today's Native Americans facing the obstacles of life on the reservation, basketball has proven to be more than a game.
Citi Stage (Seats 1000)
Sat, Mar 6, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Multigenre
Panelists:
David Davis,
Michael Powell
Moderator: Michael Sokolove
Book:
Wheels of Courage
How Paralyzed Veterans from World War II Invented Wheelchair Sports, Fought for Disability Rights, and Inspired a Nation
Sports
Center Street
August 2020
ISBN 9781546084648
Hardcover, 320 pages
$28.00, INSTORE
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