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The Best that I Can Be: An Autobiography

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Availability:In StockContributor:Rafer JohnsonPublish date:1999-08-17Pages:304
Language:EnglishPublisher:Random House Publishing GroupISBN-13:9780385487610ISBN-10:385487614UPC:9780385487610Book Category:Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Cultural, Ethnic & Regional, Sports, HistoricalSize:8.70 x 5.72 x 0.78 inchesWeight:0.9017Product ID:SCBCCK03FV

The Best that I Can Be: An Autobiography

Rafer Johnson's story is the classic American dream: hard work leading to success, honor, and glory. Here, he openly writes about his humble beginnings in an obscure African American Texas ghetto, his growing up in the all-white, sun-drenched Californian town of Kingsburg, and his time at UCLA as the president of the student body and an acclaimed athlete. His talents brought him to dramatic...
Language:EnglishPublisher:Random House Publishing GroupISBN-13:9780385487610ISBN-10:385487614UPC:9780385487610Book Category:Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Cultural, Ethnic & Regional, Sports, HistoricalSize:8.70 x 5.72 x 0.78 inchesWeight:0.9017Product ID:SCBCCK03FV
Rafer Johnson won the gold medal in the decathlon in the 1960 Olympic Games, posting a new Olympic record in the event. After the Olympics, he devoted his time to his family, his career, and helping others. To this end, he became a sports commentator, worked with Robert F. Kennedy, and served as Chairman of the Board for the Southern California Special Olympics. He lives in Los Angeles with his...
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group

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Galilee Edition

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Rafer Johnson

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