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Under the Boards: The Cultural Revolution in BasketballThe true story of basketball lives as much off the court as on the hardwood; it is about politics and race and cultural clashes as heated as a final four buzzer beater. This story unfolds in all its gritty and colorful detail in Under the Boards. From the birth of the Larry Bird legend to the ascendancy of a hip hop infused NBA to the backlash against bling and the contemporary American game, Jeffrey Lane traces the emergence of a new culture of
The true story of basketball lives as much off the court as on the hardwood; it is about politics and race and cultural clashes as heated as a final-four buzzer-beater. This story unfolds in all its gritty and colorful detail in Under the Boards. From the birth of the Larry Bird legend to the ascendancy of a hip-hop-infused NBA to the backlash against bling and the contemporary American game, Jeffrey Lane traces the emergence of a new culture of basketball, complete with competing values, attitudes, aesthetics, and racial and economic tensions. The revolution Lane describes resonates in the way Latrell Sprewell's assault on his coach forever changed NBA power relations; in legendary coach Bob Knight's entanglement in high school basketball history; in the dramatic shift in attitude toward European players; in the impact of the deaths of two rappers on rookie Allen Iverson's career; and in conflicting cultural models rooted in ideals of black masculinity and white nostalgia. In these moments Lane's book documents a profound change in basketball and in American culture over the last thirty years.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Bison Books
Published: 05/23/2007
ISBN: 9780803280533
Pages: 260
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 8.46h x 5.70w x 0.58d
Review Citations: Multicultural Review 12/01/2007 pg. 76
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Color: Black Wood 5-tier, Size: 2PCS
Nice quality.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2026
★★★★★ 5
PERFECT SOLUTION FOR SMALL SPACES.
I recently purchased the Tutotak 6-Tier Book Shelf for my son's room, and I couldn't be happier with it! The 6-tier design is a huge plus. It allows for plenty of storage without taking up too much floor space. The shelves are just the right height for storing books, toys, and decorative items. The vertical design maximizes the use of space, making it ideal for a smaller room like my son's.
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I was pleasantly surprised by how sturdy this shelf is. Despite its slim profile, it holds up well even with a decent amount of weight on each shelf.
Assembly:
It was easy to assemble, and all the parts were clearly labeled. I was able to set it up within about 30 minutes by myself, and everything lined up perfectly. The instructions were straightforward, so I didn't have to spend much time figuring it out.
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Not only is it great for books, but the different levels are also perfect for organizing his toys, art supplies, and even some of his favorite collectibles..
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I’m really impressed with this shelf. It’s well-built, space-efficient, and versatile. It has made a huge difference in organizing my son’s room without making it feel cramped. If you have limited space and need something practical but stylish, I highly recommend this bookshelf!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Super cute
The shelf is cute, and super easy to set-up.
Be careful with the screws, I stripped the magnet screw/hole a little bit. Street that I was a little weary on over-tightening the four corners of each shelf.
Make sure you use the wall straps bc it will be a little wobbly.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Great shelving unit
Great shelving unit. Caution as there is no backboard to the shelves.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great shelf
Color: Greige, Size: 6 Tier(10.7 x 15 x 65.3 Inches), Color: Greige, Size: 6 Tier(10.7 x 15 x 65.3 Inches)
Very impressed with this! It was very easy for me to put together without any help. Very sturdy pieces and seems well made. Really can’t beat the quality for the price! The glass door on the bottom really dresses up this shelf. I will probably buy more of these for other rooms in my house.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2025