There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension
by Hanif Abdurraqib 🏀✨📖

A poetic journey through the love of the game and the human condition. Acclaimed essayist and cultural critic Hanif Abdurraqib takes readers courtside in this deeply personal exploration of basketball as a metaphor for hope, resilience, and transcendence.

🏀 What to Expect:

• Basketball Beyond the Game 🌌: Dive into the profound connections between the sport and the stories it tells about society, identity, and ambition.
• A Love Letter to the Court 💌: Hanif reflects on iconic players, unforgettable moments, and the communal power of basketball fandom.
• Personal Narratives Intertwined with History 📜: From childhood pick-up games to professional legends, he weaves his own experiences with cultural milestones.

🌟 Key Themes:

1. Ascension 🚀: How basketball embodies the pursuit of greatness and the dreams that drive us all.
2. Community 🫂: The bonds forged on the court and the shared language of basketball lovers everywhere.
3. Loss and Hope 💔💪: Stories of near-victories, crushing defeats, and the unyielding belief that there’s always another shot.
4. Art and Athleticism 🎨🏀: Celebrating the beauty, rhythm, and poetry inherent in the game.

📖 Who Should Read It?

• Fans of Hanif Abdurraqib’s lyrical, thought-provoking writing.
• Basketball enthusiasts who cherish the sport for its cultural and emotional resonance.
• Readers seeking a unique blend of memoir, sportswriting, and cultural critique.

🏆 Why It Matters:

Hanif Abdurraqib elevates basketball to an art form, offering readers not just a book about sports but a meditation on life, love, and the relentless human spirit. Whether you’re a hoops fan or someone who’s never touched a basketball, There’s Always This Year reminds us why we keep dreaming, even after the buzzer sounds.

💬 Quote from the Book:

"Basketball isn’t just a game; it’s a promise—an open door, a leap, and sometimes, a prayer."

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