Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa, and a season for the ages
Noden, Merrell
1998
Chronicles the friendly contest between Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa during the 1998 major league baseball season to break the all-time home run record.
Describes the life and career of Michael Jordan, including his childhood in North Carolina, involvement in sports, success with the Chicago Bulls, retirement from basketball, second career in baseball, and triumphant return to the Bulls.
Kevin Mitnick was the most elusive computer break-in artist in history and no matter how fast the authorities were, Mitnick was faster. This is the story of his unbelievable escapes and the ultimate showdown with the Feds.
observations on the history and habitat of the city's most unwanted inhabitants
Sullivan, Robert
2005
Robert Sullivan spent a year investigating a rat-infested alley a few blocks from Wall Street. What he saw, night after night, is detailed here and turns out to be funny, wise, and sometimes disgusting.
The story of Mark McGwire's life, from little league to the major leagues, and how he rebounded from career-threatening injuries to accomplish the greatest achievement in recent sports history.