Kobe - by Joe Layden (Paperback)

About the Book

Meet Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers' young basketball prodigy and the heir apparent to the great Michael Jordan himself. Here, for the first time, is the whole story of this incredible athlete. Readers follow Kobe's life--as he grows up the son of an NBA player, his decision to turn pro at 17, his rookie season, the All-Star Game, and his amazing second year in the pros. Includes 16 pages of color photos, personal stats, and the rising star's career records.

Book Synopsis

A must for every Lakers fan, here is the story of Kobe Bryant's early years - his journey to becoming a force in the NBA and the drive, passion, and hustle that it took to get there.

Meet Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers' young basketball prodigy and the heir apparent to the great Michael Jordan himself. IFollow Kobe's life from growing up as the son of an NBA player through his decision to turn pro at 17, his rookie season, the All-Star Game, and his amazing second year in the pros.

Kobe includes eight pages of color photos, personal stats, and the rising star's career records.

From the Back Cover

Meet Kobe Bryant, Los Angeles Lakers' young basketball prodigy and the heir apparent to the great Michael Jordan himself. Here, for the first time, is the whole story of this incredible athlete--how he became the great person and incredible gifted, driven player he is today. Follow Kobe's life from growing up as the son of an NBA player through his decision to turn pro at 17, his rookie season, the All-Star Game, and his amazing second year in the pros.

A must for every fan, Kobe includes eight pages of color photos, personal stats, and the rising star's career records.

Review Quotes

"A star is born; his name is Kobe."-- "Los Angeles Times""The kid is real good and I see a lot of myself in him, no doubt about it."-- Michael Jordan"Every day Kobe comes to practice is a highlight film."-- All-Star Eddie Jones, L.A. Lakers

"A star is born and his name is Kobe."

-- Los Angeles Times