Product Description

Now, some 40 years after the American Civil Rights Movement set the stage for greater participation and integration of blacks in sport, the complexion of this country's ball fields, gyms, and stadiums--though not owners' suites and administrative boardrooms--has been forever changed. In Souled Out? award-winning author Shaun Powell pulls no punches in asking and answering tough questions concerning the state of blacks' sports participation today.

Sure to make you think, and likely to make you blink, Powell's work is unique in its objective, honest approach to this too-often polarizing subject. What emerges are an authentic picture and forward-looking perspective that challenge all of us to address the remaining obstacles to ensure that sports are equally accessible and rewarding for people of all colors.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #317767 in Books
• Published on: 2007-09-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 312 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780736067508
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Review

"Souled Out? is absolutely must reading for anyone sincerely interested in developments at the interface of race, sport and society. In this regard, the book clearly portrays where we are as a society and where we are headed as a nation relative to these issues."

Harry Edwards, PhD
Sports Sociologist, Professor Emeritus
Department of Sociology
University of California Berkeley

"Souled Out? is a joy to read. Shaun Powell is the right man at the right time on the right topic—race, sport, and society."

Rick Telander
Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times
Author, Heaven Is A Playground

"Here is what you get with Shaun Powell: thoughtful, considerate, provocative, original commentary. Souled Out? is classic Shaun Powell. He tells us where we came from, where we are today and where we are headed in his unique, straightforward ‘dare I say so' way."

Jerry Reese
General Manager, New York Giants

"Shaun has a way of reaching parts of your brain that previously went untapped. You read Souled Out? and you will see."

Terence Moore
Columnist, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

"Shaun Powell speaks the truth about how people felt on pivotal topics -- but didn't want to say themselves. This book will get you to think."

Curtis Symonds
Chief Operating Officer, Washington Mystics
Former executive at Black Entertainment Television (BET)

From the Publisher
Souled Out? is absolutely must reading for anyone sincerely interested in developments at the interface of race, sport and society. In this regard, the book clearly portrays where we are as a society and where we are headed as a nation relative to these issues."

Harry Edwards, PhD
Sports Sociologist, Professor Emeritus
Department of Sociology
University of California Berkeley

"Souled Out? is a joy to read. Shaun Powell is the right man at the right time on the right topic--race, sport, and society."

Rick Telander
Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times
Author, Heaven Is A Playground

"Here is what you get with Shaun Powell: thoughtful, considerate, provocative, original commentary. Souled Out? is classic Shaun Powell. He tells us where we came from, where we are today and where we are headed in his unique, straightforward `dare I say so' way."

Jerry Reese
General Manager, New York Giants

"Shaun has a way of reaching parts of your brain that previously went untapped. You read Souled Out? and you will see."

Terence Moore
Columnist, Atlanta Journal-Constitution

"Shaun Powell speaks the truth about how people felt on pivotal topics -- but didn't want to say themselves. This book will get you to think."

Curtis Symonds
Chief Operating Officer, Washington Mystics
Former executive at Black Entertainment Television (BET)

About the Author
Shaun Powell has been a sports columnist at Newsday in New York since 1993. Prior to that, Powell had a similar role for newspapers in St. Louis, Dallas, and Miami. Through his career he's covered every major sporting event, including the Olympics, Super Bowl, Masters, World Series, NBA Finals, Wimbledon, and Final Four.

Powell's work has garnered awards from the Associated Press and National Association of Black Journalists, and he is former president of the Professional Basketball Writers Association. A highly sought after commentator on sports issues, figures, and events, Powell is a frequent guest on national and local radio and television programs.

Powell resides in Montclair, New Jersey, with his wife, Terry, and daughter, Victoria.

Customer Reviews

Fantastic!
I enjoyed reading William Rhoden's "Million Dollar Slaves" last year, but it read more like a history lesson than does Shaun Powell's excellent page-turner. While Powell offers some historical perspective on the state of black athletes in America, "Souled Out" is primarily driven by present-day issues. This is a big reason for my enjoying his book so much.

This is an engrossing, thoughtful read by a terrific writer and the book should encourage lively debate around many dinner tables, water coolers, and football tailgates this season. Sports fans of every stripe will find this to be a great read spanning a variety of important issues. I could not put it down! A+

Engaging
Powell provides a thought-provoking look at the modern day black athlete. He points out the shortcomings of big-time athletes and how some athletes have made themselves jesters. At the same time, he also provides future directions for improving the situation of today's athlete in this honest but opinionated book. This is a great read for anyone interested in racial issues. It's the best book that I've read in several years.

Interesting...
Powell brings up many good points, is easy to read, & this book makes for good discussions! It highlights the lack of the father-figure in many African-American households and how it has effected this generation--on & off the field. Many other issues are raised, however, this is what impacted me the most.